Bill Perry Jr Reef
Protected Area
Russell Burgess
Why dive here
With 42+ marine species recorded in the area - including sea turtles - Bill Perry Jr Reef offers some of North Carolina's richest reef diving. Water ranges 12-28°C, warmest July, August, September.
The Bill Perry Jr Reef off North Carolina is an artificial reef, offering a mixed dive experience. We found it a decent spot for seeing resident fish populations and the occasional larger pelagic passing by. It's a fairly straightforward dive, suitable for divers comfortable with open water. Visibility can vary, but it’s a solid option when conditions are good.
Typical Bill Perry Jr Reef Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Bill Perry Jr Reef
Bill Perry Jr Reef Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Bill Perry Jr Reef, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (34.6, -76.6) (0km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
23°C
73°F · Range: 19.9–26.4°C
Air Temperature
20°C
67°F
Wind Speed
1.8 m/s
3.5 knots
Atmospheric Pressure
1016.7 hPa
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data
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