Cape Neddick Nubble
Protected Area
Hampton Beach State Park
Why dive here
With 35+ marine species recorded in the area - including nurse sharks - Cape Neddick Nubble offers some of New England's richest diving. Water ranges 4-19°C, warmest July, August, September.
Cape Neddick Nubble is a classic New England shore dive, best for divers comfortable with a rock entry. Head out from the beach, and you’ll find ledges and boulders covered in anemones and sponges. It’s a good spot for spotting lobster, cunner, and the occasional pollock in shallower water. Visibility can be hit or miss, typical for the region, so pick your day carefully.
Safety Notes
Cold water this month (avg 15°C). Drysuit or thick wetsuit (7mm+) recommended.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Cape Neddick Nubble
Cape Neddick Nubble Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Cape Neddick Nubble, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (42.6, -70.6) (0km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
15°C
59°F · Range: 12.8–18.1°C
Air Temperature
10°C
50°F
Wind Speed
3.78 m/s
7.3 knots
Atmospheric Pressure
1017 hPa
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data
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