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    Seal Cove dive site
    reef
    10m
    Beginner
    Cornwall & Devon, United Kingdom
    Kelsey Head

    Seal Cove

    Best months: Jul–Sep

    Protected Area

    Kelsey Head

    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) - Seal Cove offers some of Cornwall & Devon's richest reef diving. Water ranges 10-18°C, warmest July, August, September.

    Best timeJul–Sep
    WetsuitA 5mm wetsuit
    Marine lifeBlue Sharks, Dolphins, Dwarf Minke Whales, Humpback Whales and Ocean Sunfish (Mola Mola) · 176+ species recorded
    Water10-18°C · warmest July, August, September
    CharacterReef dive · max 10m
    StandoutExceptional marine biodiversity

    Seal Cove in Cornwall & Devon makes for a very pleasant, relaxed dive, especially if you're just getting your fins wet. The site caps out at a comfortable 10 meters, making it ideal for those new to diving or anyone looking for a chilled-out afternoon exploring. We've often found ourselves drifting along the reef's edge here, spotting wrasse darting between the kelp fronds and sometimes a shy dogfish tucked into a rocky crevice. Keep an eye out for the seals, they're the real draw, often curious and happy to observe you observing them. It's a great spot for a shallow, easy dive.

    Typical Seal Cove 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.

    Today06:3717:3911h 3m daylightGolden hour 16:55

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    Conditions

    Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Seal Cove

    Seal Cove Ocean Conditions

    Monthly averages for Seal Cove, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (50.44, -2.73) (3km away)

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    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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