Reebelle
Protected Area
Valencia Harbour/Portmagee Channel SAC
Why dive here
With 185+ marine species recorded in the area - including blue sharks, dolphins, dwarf minke whales, humpback whales and ocean sunfish (mola mola) - Reebelle offers some of South Coast's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 9-15°C, warmest July, August, September.
The Reebelle, off Ireland’s south coast, is a wreck dive that really gets under your skin. We love it because it’s not just a pile of metal; it’s a proper ship with a story, lying upright and mostly intact at 46 meters. Dropping down, the visibility here often plays tricks, shifting from a hazy green to surprisingly clear. Our favourite part has to be navigating the stern, where the prop is still visible, encrusted with dead man’s fingers and bright anemones. It’s a dark dive, make no mistake, and the chill of the Atlantic seeps into your bones, but the sense of exploration is immense. Look closely, and you’ll spot conger eels lurking in the deeper holds and wrasse darting between the deck plating. This is a site for experienced wreck divers comfortable with depth and limited light; plan your gas carefully, and bring a good torch – you’ll want to peer into every shadowy corner.
Typical Reebelle Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Maximum depth 46m exceeds recreational limits (40m). Technical diving certification and equipment required.
Wreck site - avoid penetration without wreck diving certification. Watch for sharp metal and entanglement hazards.
Cold water this month (avg 14°C). Drysuit or thick wetsuit (7mm+) recommended.
Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Reebelle
Reebelle Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Reebelle, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (51.71, -8.38) (9km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
14°C
57°F · Range: 12.3–14.8°C
Air Temperature
12°C
54°F
Wind Speed
7.84 m/s
15.2 knots
Atmospheric Pressure
1008.6 hPa
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data
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