Billy Smith Reef AR-275 - Buoy
Protected Area
New Dump Island
Why dive here
With 42+ marine species recorded in the area - including sea turtles - Billy Smith Reef AR-275 - Buoy offers some of North Carolina's richest reef diving. Water ranges 12-28°C, warmest July, August, September.
The Billy Smith Reef AR-275, marked by a buoy, is a good option for a straightforward dive in North Carolina. It’s an artificial reef, offering structure for various smaller fish and invertebrates. We think it’s a solid choice for divers looking for an easy-going experience, perhaps a second dive of the day, with typically mild currents. Expect to see common Atlantic reef species making their home here.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Billy Smith Reef AR-275 - Buoy
Billy Smith Reef AR-275 - Buoy Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Billy Smith Reef AR-275 - Buoy, 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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