Wreck of U-352
Why dive here
With 42+ marine species recorded in the area - including sea turtles - Wreck of U-352 offers some of North Carolina's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 12-28°C, warmest July, August, September.
Diving the U-352 off North Carolina, you’re not just exploring a shipwreck, you’re touching history. This Type VIIC German U-boat sits upright at 35 metres, a truly imposing sight as it materialises from the often-murky green water. We love tracing the deck gun, seeing the torpedo tubes, and peeking into the conning tower, imagining the crew that once called this home. The currents here can be stiff, so we always plan our dive for slack tide to really soak it all in. What makes the U-352 a standout for us isn’t just its story, but how marine life has embraced it. Giant sand tiger sharks regularly patrol the wreck, their toothy grins a thrilling sight against the submarine’s dark hull. We’ve spotted massive schools of amberjack circling overhead, and the conning tower is usually home to a grumpy moray eel or two. It’s a dive that suits experienced wreck divers comfortable with depth and sometimes challenging conditions, offering a deeply atmospheric journey into a wartime relic. Keep an eye on your bottom time; it’s easy to get lost in the past down here.
Safety Notes
Wreck site - avoid penetration without wreck diving certification. Watch for sharp metal and entanglement hazards.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Wreck of U-352
Wreck of U-352 Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Wreck of U-352, 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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