Vieux Quai du Franquelin
Protected Area
batture de Franquelin Water Fowl Gathering Area
Why dive here
With 142+ marine species recorded in the area - including blue sharks, blue whales, dolphins, dwarf minke whales and great white sharks - Vieux Quai du Franquelin offers some of New Brunswick & Bay of Fundy's richest shore diving. Water ranges -1-13°C, warmest July, August, September.
Vieux Quai du Franquelin offers shore diving in the Bay of Fundy. It's a spot for exploring the typical temperate Atlantic critters: crabs, lobsters, and often sculpins tucked into crevices. The visibility can be quite variable, as with much of the Bay, so we'd suggest checking local conditions before you head out. It’s a decent option for divers looking for easy access and a relaxed dive.
Typical Vieux Quai du Franquelin Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Cold water this month (avg 9°C). Drysuit or thick wetsuit (7mm+) recommended.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Vieux Quai du Franquelin
Vieux Quai du Franquelin Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Vieux Quai du Franquelin, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (49.1, -66.69) (33km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
9°C
48°F · Range: 5.3–12.9°C
Air Temperature
11°C
52°F
Wind Speed
5.5 m/s
10.7 knots
Atmospheric Pressure
1016.3 hPa
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data
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