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    La jolla Kelp Beds dive site
    reef
    5-20m
    California, United States
    Matlahuayl State Marine Reserve

    La jolla Kelp Beds

    Best months: Jul–Oct

    Protected Area

    Matlahuayl State Marine Reserve

    Why dive here

    La jolla Kelp Beds is a reef dive in California, United States. Water ranges 14-21°C, warmest July, August, September.

    Best timeJul–Oct
    WetsuitA 5mm wetsuit
    Water14-21°C · warmest July, August, September
    CharacterReef dive · max 5-20m

    Dropping into the La Jolla Kelp Beds feels like entering an underwater forest, sunbeams dappling through the canopy. We often spot garibaldi, sheepshead, and the occasional bat ray cruising through the stalks. It’s a mellow dive, usually shallow, making it a good spot for newer divers or those looking for a relaxed afternoon exploring the golden-green maze. Watch for leopard sharks in late summer, they like to hang out on the sandy patches between the kelp.

    Typical La jolla Kelp Beds Dive Profile

    5mSafety Stop0m5m max~60 min estimated bottom time

    Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.

    Today05:5017:2311h 33m daylightGolden hour 16:50

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    Conditions

    Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for La jolla Kelp Beds

    La jolla Kelp Beds Ocean Conditions

    Monthly averages for La jolla Kelp Beds, sourced from NOAA NDBC buoy data - nearest station: Topanga Nearshore, CA (103) (221km away)

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    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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