S32
Protected Area
Hoy
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) - S32 offers some of Scapa Flow, Orkney's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 8-14°C, warmest July, August, September.
The S32 sits upright in just 14 metres of water, a fantastic entry point for anyone wanting to experience Scapa Flow's wrecks without the deeper depths. She's a destroyer, scuttled back in 1919, and while the top structures are gone, her main hull is remarkably intact. We've spent time poking around the torpedo tubes and imagining the deck guns that once stood watch. Current can be a factor here, so a slack water dive is always our preference, letting you explore without fighting the flow. Expect to see plenty of wrasse darting through the exposed ribs, and the occasional inquisitive seal often pops by to say hello. It's a proper piece of history, easily accessible.
Typical S32 Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Wreck site - avoid penetration without wreck diving certification. Watch for sharp metal and entanglement hazards.
Cold water this month (avg 13°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 S32
S32 Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for S32, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (58.64, -3.16) (8km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
13°C
55°F · Range: 11.4–13.8°C
Air Temperature
10°C
50°F
Wind Speed
9.26 m/s
18.0 knots
Atmospheric Pressure
1005.3 hPa
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data
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