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    Aughnish Drift dive site
    drift
    10-25m
    West Coast, Ireland
    Inner Galway Bay SPA

    Aughnish Drift

    Best months: Jul–Aug

    Protected Area

    Inner Galway Bay SPA

    Why dive here

    With 169+ marine species recorded in the area - including dolphins, dwarf minke whales, humpback whales, ocean sunfish (mola mola) and octopuses - Aughnish Drift offers some of West Coast's richest drift diving. Water ranges 8-17°C, warmest July, August, September.

    Best timeJul–Aug
    WetsuitA 5mm wetsuit
    Marine lifeDolphins, Dwarf Minke Whales, Humpback Whales, Ocean Sunfish (Mola Mola) and Octopuses · 169+ species recorded
    Water8-17°C · warmest July, August, September
    CharacterDrift dive · max 10-25m
    StandoutExceptional marine biodiversity

    The Aughnish Drift offers a solid drift dive experience off Ireland's west coast. You'll move along with the current, spotting various common temperate species like wrasse and dogfish in the kelp forests. It's a straightforward dive, well-suited for those comfortable with current and looking for a relaxed exploration of the local marine environment without much effort.

    Typical Aughnish Drift Dive Profile

    5m10mSafety Stop0m10m max~60 min estimated bottom time

    Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.

    Safety Notes

    Drift dive - carry a surface marker buoy (SMB) and stay with your group. Brief the current direction before entry.

    Cold water this month (avg 14°C). Drysuit or thick wetsuit (7mm+) recommended.

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    Conditions

    Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Aughnish Drift

    Aughnish Drift Ocean Conditions

    Monthly averages for Aughnish Drift, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (53.32, -9.66) (22km away)

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    October Averages

    Sea Temperature

    14°C

    56°F · Range: 11.7–15.4°C

    Air Temperature

    12°C

    54°F

    Wind Speed

    8.2 m/s

    15.9 knots

    Atmospheric Pressure

    1007.4 hPa

    Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data

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