5-20m
    North Carolina, United States
    Parkers Marsh Natural Area Preserve

    Nandua-Pungoteague Reef

    Best months: Jul–Sep

    Protected Area

    Parkers Marsh Natural Area Preserve

    Why dive here

    With 42+ marine species recorded in the area - including sea turtles - Nandua-Pungoteague Reef offers some of North Carolina's richest reef diving. Water ranges 12-28°C, warmest July, August, September.

    Best timeJul–Sep
    WetsuitA 3mm shorty or thin full wetsuit
    Marine lifeSea Turtles · 42+ species recorded
    Water12-28°C · warmest July, August, September
    CharacterReef dive · max 5-20m

    The Nandua-Pungoteague Reef offers a look at a unique coral habitat off North Carolina. Divers typically encounter a range of reef fish, though specific species aren't consistently reported. It's a solid choice for those looking to explore an East Coast coral environment without venturing too far offshore. Expect a straightforward dive, suitable for most experience levels.

    Typical Nandua-Pungoteague Reef Dive Profile

    5mSafety Stop0m5m max~60 min estimated bottom time

    Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.

    Today06:0817:3511h 27m daylightGolden hour 17:00

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    Conditions

    Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Nandua-Pungoteague Reef

    Nandua-Pungoteague Reef Ocean Conditions

    Monthly averages for Nandua-Pungoteague Reef, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (34.6, -76.6) (0km away)

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    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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