Yellow Island
Protected Area
Kenmare River
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) - Yellow Island offers some of South Coast's richest reef diving. Water ranges 9-15°C, warmest July, August, September.
Yellow Island offers a straightforward dive on Ireland's South Coast. We typically find various anemones and crabs clinging to the rocky seabed, with plenty of small fish darting between kelp stands. It’s a good spot for a relaxed exploratory dive when the weather makes other sites a bit too rough, well-suited for divers looking for a calm entry.
Typical Yellow Island Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Cold water this month (avg 14°C). Drysuit or thick wetsuit (7mm+) recommended.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Yellow Island
Yellow Island Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Yellow Island, 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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