Englishtown

Best months: Aug–Oct

Protected Area

Bras d'Or

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 - Englishtown offers some of Nova Scotia's richest shore 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

CharacterShore dive · max 5-15m

StandoutRich in charismatic marine life

Englishtown offers a straightforward shore dive, popular with local divers looking for convenience. You'll find a mix of rock and sand, with various crabs, sculpins, and sometimes a lobster or two hiding in the crevices. It’s a good spot for newer drysuit divers getting comfortable, or for practicing skills in calmer conditions. Visibility can vary, but it’s generally a relaxed dive.

Typical Englishtown 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 15°C). Drysuit or thick wetsuit (7mm+) recommended.

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Conditions

Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Englishtown

Englishtown Ocean Conditions

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