Johnsons Lee
Protected Area
South Point (Santa Rosa Island) State Marine Reserve
Why dive here
Johnsons Lee is a reef dive in California, United States. Water ranges 14-21°C, warmest July, August, September.
Johnsons Lee offers a relaxed dive along a sloping reef, popular with newer divers and those looking for an easy day out. You'll likely spot calico bass, sheepshead, and garibaldi darting amongst the kelp fronds. It's a comfortable spot for a second dive or a leisurely Sunday, often with mild currents.
Typical Johnsons Lee Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Johnsons Lee
Johnsons Lee Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Johnsons Lee, 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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