West Spit
Protected Area
Scallop Buffer Zone (SFA 22)
Why dive here
West Spit lies in a species-rich stretch of Québec, with 44+ marine species recorded in the area.
West Spit offers a unique cold-water coral experience. The reef here provides shelter for a variety of local fish and invertebrates, making for interesting macro photography. While the visibility can vary, it’s a site best suited for divers keen on exploring a different kind of reef ecosystem.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for West Spit
West Spit Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for West Spit, sourced from NOAA NDBC buoy data - nearest station: Olcott Harbor, NY (80km away)
October Averages
Air Temperature
12°C
54°F
Wind Speed
4.6 m/s
8.9 knots
Atmospheric Pressure
1016.5 hPa
Based on 5 years of monitoring data · Data sources: NOAA NDBC buoy data
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