STAR IMMACULATE
Protected Area
Cork Harbour SPA
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) - STAR IMMACULATE offers some of South Coast's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 9-15°C, warmest July, August, September.
The Star Immaculate wreck, scuttled back in ‘93 after a run-in with Roche’s Point, sits at a very manageable 15 meters. It’s a trawler, and a good one for exploring if you’re keen on a proper wreck dive without serious depth. We’ve found plenty of pollack hanging around the superstructure, and the odd conger eel tucked into the darker corners. While it’s not exactly teeming, the wreck itself is quite photogenic, especially with the Irish light filtering down. It’s a solid pick for divers looking to spend some quality time on a single, interesting structure.
Typical STAR IMMACULATE Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
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 STAR IMMACULATE
STAR IMMACULATE Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for STAR IMMACULATE, 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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