Kennedy
Why dive here
Kennedy is a wreck dive in California, United States. Water ranges 14-21°C, warmest July, August, September.
Kennedy is one of those sites that keeps you guessing. We’ve found ourselves drifting over soft sediment, eyes peeled for the Pinhead or a California Marginella, then suddenly a flash of iridescent scale from a Deepsea Hatchetfish darts by. It’s certainly not a coral garden, but the chance of spotting a Savigny's Brittle Star or even a Gray Whale passing through makes it a compelling dive for those who appreciate the subtle beauty of temperate waters. Bring your macro lens and a bit of patience; you'll be rewarded with some genuinely unique encounters.
Typical Kennedy Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Wreck site - avoid penetration without wreck diving certification. Watch for sharp metal and entanglement hazards.
Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Kennedy
Kennedy Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Kennedy, 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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