Greys harbor
Protected Area
Elk River - 103.17 Acres
Why dive here
With 35+ marine species recorded in the area - including humpback whales, orcas and seals & sea lions - Greys harbor offers some of Pacific Northwest's richest reef diving. Water ranges 7-17°C, warmest July, August, September.
Greys Harbor in the Pacific Northwest is primarily a shore diving destination, offering a relaxed approach to cold water diving. The main draw here is the chance to spot various crab species scuttling across the silty bottom, alongside small rockfish tucked into crevices. It’s a good spot for newer divers looking to get comfortable with their drysuits and gear in generally calm conditions, or for those just wanting a casual underwater ramble. Visibility can vary quite a bit, but on a good day, you’ll get decent views of the local critters.
Safety Notes
Cold water this month (avg 11°C). Drysuit or thick wetsuit (7mm+) recommended.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Greys harbor
Greys harbor Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Greys harbor, sourced from NOAA NDBC + Copernicus Marine (EU) - nearest station: 9449880 - Friday Harbor, WA (27km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
11°C
53°F · Range: 9.6–11.4°C
Air Temperature
11°C
51°F
Current Speed
3.16 cm/s
Direction: E (108.4°)
Salinity
23.61 PSU
Wind Speed
1.8 m/s
3.5 knots
Atmospheric Pressure
1018.3 hPa
Based on 5 years of monitoring data · Data sources: NOAA NDBC + Copernicus Marine (EU)
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