Black Rock Beach

Best months: Aug–Oct

Protected Area

DUC Fee Simple Lands

Why dive here

With 77+ marine species recorded in the area - including blue sharks, dwarf minke whales, humpback whales, ocean sunfish (mola mola) and jellyfish lake - Black Rock Beach offers some of Nova Scotia's richest diving. Water ranges 1-17°C, warmest August, September, October.

Best timeAug–Oct

WetsuitA 7mm wetsuit with a hood

Marine lifeBlue Sharks, Dwarf Minke Whales, Humpback Whales, Ocean Sunfish (Mola Mola) and Jellyfish Lake · 77+ species recorded

Water1-17°C · warmest August, September, October

StandoutRich in charismatic marine life

Black Rock Beach offers a straightforward shore dive, handy for shaking off the rust or testing new gear. You'll navigate a rocky bottom, home to various small critters tucked into crevices. It's a solid choice for local divers looking for an easy, no-frills dive when the weather cooperates.

Safety Notes

Cold water this month (avg 15°C). Drysuit or thick wetsuit (7mm+) recommended.

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Conditions

Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Black Rock Beach

Black Rock Beach Ocean Conditions

Monthly averages for Black Rock Beach, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU) - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (44.6, -63.5) (0km away)