High Point North
Protected Area
De Porth Sain Ffraid / St Bride'S Bay South
Why dive here
With 176+ marine species recorded in the area - including blue sharks, dolphins, dwarf minke whales, humpback whales and ocean sunfish (mola mola) - High Point North offers some of Cornwall & Devon's richest diving. Water ranges 10-18°C, warmest July, August, September.
High Point North offers a decent dive for those exploring the Cornish coast. The site features a mix of rocky outcrops and kelp beds, providing shelter for various crabs and small fish. It’s a good spot for a relaxed exploratory dive, particularly for photographers keen on macro subjects. We’d suggest checking local conditions, as currents can pick up here.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for High Point North
High Point North Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for High Point North, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (50.44, -2.73) (3km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
17°C
62°F · Range: 15.1–17.5°C
Air Temperature
13°C
56°F
Wind Speed
8.14 m/s
15.8 knots
Atmospheric Pressure
1011 hPa
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data
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