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    GIRL MAUREEN dive site
    wreck
    51m
    West Coast, Ireland
    Rathlin O'Birne Island SAC

    GIRL MAUREEN

    Best months: Jul–Aug

    Protected Area

    Rathlin O'Birne Island SAC

    Why dive here

    With 169+ marine species recorded in the area - including dolphins, dwarf minke whales, humpback whales, ocean sunfish (mola mola) and octopuses - GIRL MAUREEN offers some of West Coast's richest wreck 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
    CharacterWreck dive · max 51m
    StandoutExceptional marine biodiversity

    The Girl Maureen is a proper deep dive, sitting upright at 51 metres, and she’s quickly become one of our favourite Irish wrecks. We love that she's so intact; you can still make out the wheelhouse, the mast, and the winches, all just as they were when she was built in Killybegs back in '79. Diving her feels like stepping back in time, seeing a working fishing boat frozen in its final moments before she was towed for scrap. Drop down her main mast and you’ll find conger eels peering from every crevice, while dogfish often cruise the deck. The visibility here can really surprise you on a good day, allowing you to appreciate the sheer scale of her 26-metre length. We’d suggest a sidemount setup if you're keen on poking around the holds; there’s some surprising penetration to be had, but definitely for experienced wreck divers only. This site suits those comfortable with deco and colder temperatures, offering a wonderfully preserved example of Ireland’s fishing heritage now completely colonised by the sea.

    Typical GIRL MAUREEN Dive Profile

    15m30m45mSafety Stop0m51m max~15 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

    Maximum depth 51m 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 GIRL MAUREEN

    GIRL MAUREEN Ocean Conditions

    Monthly averages for GIRL MAUREEN, 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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