090
Protected Area
Waulkmill
Why dive here
With 140+ marine species recorded in the area - including blue whales, dolphins, dwarf minke whales, humpback whales and ocean sunfish (mola mola) - 090 offers some of Scapa Flow, Orkney's richest wreck diving. Water sits around 8°C.
The 090 wreck in Scapa Flow lies at 26 metres, an old workboat now classified as dangerous, but still a compelling dive. You'll find a sturdy hull, largely intact, providing plenty of nooks for exploration. Wrasse dart through the structure, and the metalwork offers a good home for various anemones. This site is best for divers who enjoy a robust wreck in a historically rich area.
Typical 090 Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Depth of 26m - Advanced Open Water certification recommended.
Wreck site - avoid penetration without wreck diving certification. Watch for sharp metal and entanglement hazards.
Cold water this month (avg 8°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 090
090 Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for 090, sourced from NOAA buoy data - nearest station: Open-Meteo grid (58.88, -3.1) (0km away)
August Averages
Sea Temperature
8.39°C
47°F
Air Temperature
13.71°C
57°F
Wind Speed
6.8 m/s
13.2 knots
Atmospheric Pressure
1011.3 hPa
Based on 5 years of monitoring data · Data sources: NOAA NDBC
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