Ft Wetherill
Protected Area
Dumpling
Why dive here
With 35+ marine species recorded in the area - including nurse sharks - Ft Wetherill offers some of New England's richest diving. Water ranges 4-19°C, warmest July, August, September.
Fort Wetherill offers easy shore diving, suitable for training or a relaxed afternoon dip. We’ve found plenty to look at around the old pier pilings and rock walls, from cunner and bergall to the occasional lobster. Entry is simple from the boat ramp, making it a good choice for newer divers or those getting back into the swing of things. It’s certainly not a tropical reef, but it’s a classic New England spot.
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 Ft Wetherill
Ft Wetherill Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Ft Wetherill, 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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