Meares Harriss Reef AR-370 - 120 tug SOCONY 8
Protected Area
Masonboro Island Estuarine Reserve Dedicated Nature Preserve
Why dive here
With 42+ marine species recorded in the area - including sea turtles - Meares Harriss Reef AR-370 - 120 tug SOCONY 8 offers some of North Carolina's richest reef diving. Water ranges 12-28°C, warmest July, August, September.
The Tugboat Socony 8 sits on the Meares Harriss Reef, serving as an artificial reef structure in North Carolina. This site is popular for its resident sand tiger sharks, often seen cruising through the wreck. It's a solid choice for advanced divers looking for a reliable shark encounter and a straightforward wreck dive. Expect moderate currents and good visibility on most days.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Meares Harriss Reef AR-370 - 120 tug SOCONY 8
Meares Harriss Reef AR-370 - 120 tug SOCONY 8 Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Meares Harriss Reef AR-370 - 120 tug SOCONY 8, 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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