Duck Pond Pt
Protected Area
Long Island Sound
Why dive here
With 35+ marine species recorded in the area - including nurse sharks - Duck Pond Pt offers some of New England's richest diving. Water ranges 4-19°C, warmest July, August, September.
Duck Pond Pt is a good New England shore dive, particularly for newer divers or those looking for an easy entry. The shallow, protected cove means gentle conditions and minimal current, making it a comfortable spot for longer bottom times. You’ll find a mix of rocky seafloor and some kelp beds, often with cunner, tautog, and flounder lurking in the nooks. It's a relaxed dive, ideal for practicing skills or just enjoying a quiet exploration.
Safety Notes
Cold water this month (avg 15°C). Drysuit or thick wetsuit (7mm+) recommended.
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Hampton Dive Center
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Divers Cove
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Duck Pond Pt
Duck Pond Pt Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Duck Pond Pt, 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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