Octopus Hole
Protected Area
Octopus Hole Conservation Area
Why dive here
With 35+ marine species recorded in the area - including humpback whales, orcas and seals & sea lions - Octopus Hole offers some of Pacific Northwest's richest diving. Water ranges 7-17°C, warmest July, August, September.
Octopus Hole, a shore dive in the Pacific Northwest, lives up to its name. We often find giant Pacific octopus tucked into the rocky crevices, especially on night dives. It’s a relatively shallow site, good for less experienced cold-water divers looking for a reliable octopus encounter. Just watch the tides; strong currents can make the entry tricky.
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 Octopus Hole
Octopus Hole Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Octopus Hole, 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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