Phillip Wolfe Reef AR-378 - 3 98 barges
Protected Area
Zekes Island
Why dive here
With 42+ marine species recorded in the area - including sea turtles - Phillip Wolfe Reef AR-378 - 3 98 barges offers some of North Carolina's richest reef diving. Water ranges 12-28°C, warmest July, August, September.
The Phillip Wolfe Reef AR-378 is home to three 98-foot barges, lying on a sandy bottom. These wrecks have become artificial reefs, attracting various smaller reef fish and crustaceans. It’s a straightforward dive, well-suited for newer wreck divers or those looking for a relaxed exploration of a shallow artificial reef in North Carolina. Visibility can vary, so check local reports before heading out.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Phillip Wolfe Reef AR-378 - 3 98 barges
Phillip Wolfe Reef AR-378 - 3 98 barges Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Phillip Wolfe Reef AR-378 - 3 98 barges, 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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