Hastings Reef
Why dive here
With 58+ marine species recorded in the area - including blue sharks, blue whales, humpback whales, orcas and seals & sea lions - Hastings Reef offers some of Alaska's richest reef diving. Water ranges 5-15°C, warmest July, August, September.
Hastings Reef is an interesting dive in Alaskan waters, giving you a real taste of cold-water diving. We found a good mix of life here, with the eel-like snake pricklebacks often peeking out from rocky crevices. Keep an eye out for the big skates cruising the bottom and the vibrant sunflower stars clinging to the rocks. It’s a solid dive for those who appreciate the unique beauty of northern ecosystems and aren’t afraid of a bit of chill.
Safety Notes
Cold water this month (avg 11°C). Drysuit or thick wetsuit (7mm+) recommended.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Hastings Reef
Hastings Reef Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Hastings Reef, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (57, -135.4) (0km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
11°C
51°F · Range: 8.5–12.8°C
Air Temperature
8°C
47°F
Wind Speed
6.44 m/s
12.5 knots
Atmospheric Pressure
1007.9 hPa
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data
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