PM-27
Protected Area
Witless Bay Ecological Reserve
Why dive here
With 65+ marine species recorded in the area - including blue sharks, blue whales, dwarf minke whales, humpback whales and ocean sunfish (mola mola) - PM-27 offers some of Newfoundland's richest diving. Water ranges 0-14°C, warmest July, August, September.
Dropping down to 25 metres at PM-27, the initial chill from the Newfoundland water quickly fades when you start spotting the local residents. We’ve found Atlantic snails moving slowly over the rocks, and those tiny Daubed Shannies peering out from cracks. Look closer and you might see Arctic Argids flitting about, or even the subtle colours of a witch flounder pressed against the bottom. While we haven't encountered any Northern Right Whales here ourselves, the site consistently delivers on the smaller, more unusual species, making it a good choice for divers who appreciate the subtle beauty of colder waters and aren't chasing big pelagics.
Typical PM-27 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 25m - Advanced Open Water certification recommended.
Cold water this month (avg 11°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 PM-27
PM-27 Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for PM-27, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU) - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (47.85, -53.09) (38km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
11°C
51°F · Range: 8.4–13.7°C
Current Speed
1 cm/s
Direction: E (90°)
Salinity
30.75 PSU
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU)
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