Haddington Reefs
Why dive here
With 35+ marine species recorded in the area - including humpback whales, orcas and seals & sea lions - Haddington Reefs offers some of Pacific Northwest's richest reef diving. Water ranges 7-17°C, warmest July, August, September.
Haddington Reefs, up in the Pacific Northwest, offers a classic cold-water dive. We're talking kelp forests and rocky slopes, not tropical corals, but there's a real beauty to it. Look for the Daubed Shanny peeking out from crevices and keep an eye on the bigger picture for passing Chinook and even Orcas if you’re incredibly lucky. It’s a site for divers who appreciate the rugged charm of temperate waters and don't mind a bit of chill. The Dungeness Crab and Sunflower Stars are plentiful, and it’s always fun to spot a Spotted Ratfish gliding by.
Typical Haddington Reefs Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
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 Haddington Reefs
Haddington Reefs Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Haddington Reefs, 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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