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Ocean Wind Tug (Wreck)

Depth: 55-82ft

GPS Location: Latitude 30 10.995’N Longitude 87 12.017’W. Sunk in January 2016, the Tug Ocean Wind is our newest wreck in Pensacola and has quickly become one of the most popular dive sites in the area. Situated just over 80 feet underwater, this 87-foot long tug boat remains fully intact and upright. It is located east of the "Russian Freighter" in Escambia County's newest artificial reef site zone.

Discover the Tug Ocean Wind, an exceptional wreck dive in Pensacola, United States. With a maximum depth of 82 feet and visibility of 15 meters, this dive site is suitable for both beginner and advanced divers. The wreck offers a captivating experience, allowing divers to explore its impressive structure and witness the abundant marine life that now calls it home. Located in Florida, United States, this site is within close proximity, making it a must-visit destination for divers of all levels.

Diving Conditions Score for Ocean Wind Tug (Wreck)

7.6
Good

Good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.

Dive Site Overview for Ocean Wind Tug (Wreck)

Depth

25m

Visibility

15m

Experience Level

beginner
advanced

Weather Conditions for Ocean Wind Tug (Wreck)

Wave Height

0.88m

Wind Speed

10 m/s

Water Temp

28.2°C

Visibility

15km

Cloud Cover

57.5%

Wave Period

4.35s

Air Temperature

20°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Ocean Wind Tug (Wreck)
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Dive Score Chart for Ocean Wind Tug (Wreck)

Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 7.933333333333333/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.88m, Wind 10 m/s.Best night dive time: 0:00 with score 7.433333333333333/10.

Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.

Sunrise at Ocean Wind Tug (Wreck): 06:00
Sunset at Ocean Wind Tug (Wreck): 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Ocean Wind Tug (Wreck) are affected by daylight hours. Sunrise occurs at 06:00 and sunset at 18:00, which impacts visibility and water temperature for scuba diving and snorkeling.

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Best Overall
6:00

Score: 7.9/10
Waves: 0.88m (8s), Wind: 10 m/s

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Best Night
0:00

Score: 7.4/10
Waves: 0.88m, Wind: 10 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Ocean Wind Tug (Wreck)
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Ocean Wind Tug (Wreck)

The dive score combines all factors to rate overall diving conditions throughout the year. Higher scores indicate better diving conditions.

Monthly Dive Score Analysis - Seasonal Diving Conditions

Higher values indicate better diving conditions

Seasonal DiveScore Chart

This chart displays monthly diveScore data throughout the year, showing seasonal patterns. The data is presented as a bar chart with an overlaid line graph.Dive scores range from 1 to 10, with 10 being optimal conditions.

Higher values indicate better diving conditions

Best Season for Ocean Wind Tug (Wreck)

Winter

Avg. Score: 10.0/10

Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.

Best Months for Ocean Wind Tug (Wreck)

January
Score: 10.0
February
Score: 10.0
March
Score: 10.0

Ideal Conditions for Ocean Wind Tug (Wreck)

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

23.0°C / 73.4°F

June

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

20.1m / 65.9ft

October

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

0.2m / 0.7ft

January

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for Ocean Wind Tug (Wreck)

Ocean Wind Tug (Wreck) shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (23.0°C) and December the coldest (19.0°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 0.2m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in January with a low wave steepness ratio, creating gentler swells. January offers the longest wave periods (8.0s), creating more comfortable and predictable conditions for boat entries and exits. Ocean currents are slowest in January (0.5m/s) and strongest in January (0.5m/s). January is usually the driest month with 0.0mm of precipitation. For beginners, the best time to visit would be during January to March, when ocean conditions are calmer with long-period waves and currents are typically weaker. Experienced divers might enjoy the challenges and potentially better visibility during the shoulder seasons, with moderate currents that can improve marine life encounters.

Scoring Legend:
9-10 (Excellent)
7-8 (Good)
5-6 (Average)
3-4 (Poor)
1-2 (Dangerous)

Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 22, 2026

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