Rocky Point
Protected Area
Orient Beach State Park
Why dive here
With 35+ marine species recorded in the area - including nurse sharks - Rocky Point offers some of New England's richest diving. Water ranges 4-19°C, warmest July, August, September.
Rocky Point in New England offers classic North Atlantic diving. We usually find kelp forests clinging to the rocky substrate, a habitat for lobsters, crabs, and nudibranchs if you look closely. It's a shore dive, often with an easy entry, making it a good spot for newer drysuit divers or those looking for a relaxed exploration. Visibility can vary, but on a good day, it’s a pleasant dive.
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 Rocky Point
Rocky Point Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Rocky Point, 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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