Selsey Lifeboat Station
Protected Area
Selsey, East Beach
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) - Selsey Lifeboat Station offers some of Cornwall & Devon's richest diving. Water ranges 10-18°C, warmest July, August, September.
Selsey Lifeboat Station isn't going to blow your mind with dramatic topography, but it’s a solid spot for getting wet and shaking off the rust. At just 6m, it’s a perfect entry point for new divers or anyone testing out new gear. You'll likely spot crabs scuttling over the rocks and a few blennies peering from crevices. It’s a gentle introduction to UK diving, especially useful if you're local and just need a quick dip.
Typical Selsey Lifeboat Station Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Selsey Lifeboat Station
Selsey Lifeboat Station Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Selsey Lifeboat Station, 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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