Peggys Cove

Best months: Aug–Oct

Protected Area

Grassy Island Nature Reserve

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 - Peggys Cove offers some of Nova Scotia's richest reef 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

CharacterReef dive

StandoutRich in charismatic marine life

Peggys Cove offers a unique cold-water dive, typically around the historic lighthouse. We've found the granite boulders and kelp forests hold lobsters, crabs, and the occasional seal playing in the surge. Entry can be tricky depending on swell, so this is best for experienced divers comfortable with colder temperatures and potentially limited visibility. It's a true Nova Scotian experience.

Safety Notes

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

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Dive shops near Peggys Cove

East Coast Scuba and Watersports

33km away

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Torpedo Rays Scuba Adventures

34km away

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Conditions

Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Peggys Cove

Peggys Cove Ocean Conditions

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