Bridges of Ross
Protected Area
Loop Head 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 - Bridges of Ross offers some of West Coast's richest reef diving. Water ranges 8-17°C, warmest July, August, September.
The Bridges of Ross offers a gentle introduction to diving on Ireland’s west coast. Dropping to a maximum of 19m, it’s a good spot for beginners and those getting back in the water. You'll find a rocky seabed with plenty of nooks to poke around in, keeping an eye out for crabs and small fish darting about. It’s a straightforward dive, unchallenging and pleasant enough on a calm day.
Typical Bridges of Ross Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Depth of 19m - Advanced Open Water certification recommended.
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 Bridges of Ross
Bridges of Ross Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Bridges of Ross, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (53.32, -9.66) (22km away)
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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