Plymouth Breakwater
Protected Area
Plymouth Sound Shores and Cliffs
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) - Plymouth Breakwater offers some of Cornwall & Devon's richest reef diving. Water ranges 10-18°C, warmest July, August, September.
The Plymouth Breakwater offers reliable shelter, making it a good spot when conditions elsewhere are challenging. Entry is often from shore, a relatively easy walk. Divers here typically find plenty of crabs, lobsters, and often a few cuttlefish tucked among the rocks. It’s a solid choice for a relaxed dive, particularly for newer divers or those looking to practice skills in calmer waters.
Nearest Dive Centres to Plymouth Breakwater
Dive shops near Plymouth Breakwater
Plymouth Diving Centre
Sound Diving Limited
Dive Looe
Scuba 2000
Viewpoint Diving Centre
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Plymouth Breakwater
Plymouth Breakwater Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Plymouth Breakwater, 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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