Farnsworth Bank
Protected Area
Farnsworth Offshore (Catalina Island) State Marine Conservation Area
Why dive here
Farnsworth Bank is a pinnacle dive in California, United States. Water ranges 14-21°C, warmest July, August, September.
Farnsworth Bank, off Catalina Island, is a deep pinnacle dive known for its purple hydrocoral. Dropping to over 30 metres, the site often has substantial current, making it best suited for experienced divers comfortable with drift diving. Look for large pelagics, like mola mola, passing through the blue. It’s a challenging dive, but the unique coral makes it worthwhile.
Typical Farnsworth Bank Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Depth of 25m - Advanced Open Water certification recommended.
Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Farnsworth Bank
Farnsworth Bank Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Farnsworth Bank, sourced from NOAA NDBC buoy data - nearest station: Topanga Nearshore, CA (103) (221km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
19°C
66°F · Range: 14–23.7°C
Air Temperature
18°C
65°F
Wave Height
0.6m
13.8s period
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: NOAA NDBC buoy data
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