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St. Abbs

Discover the extraordinary dive sites of St. Abbs, located just 50m from the harbor wall. These renowned sites, including "Cathedral Rock," "Big Green Carr," "Broad Craig," and "Little Carr," offer unforgettable underwater experiences. Whether embarking on a shore dive from the harbor or venturing out by boat, divers have access to a variety of captivating locations.

St. Abbs proudly boasts a marine park status, teeming with a diverse range of marine life. Explore the underwater world and encounter fascinating creatures such as lobsters, crabs, brittle stars, ordinary stars, wolf fish, and shoaling fish. Dive into underwater habitats filled with vibrant kelp forests, swaying sea grasses, and rugged rocky canyons.

Along the cliff faces, divers will discover numerous dive sites adorned with enchanting caves and thrilling swim throughs. These hidden gems are home to mesmerizing nudibranchs and delicate corals, adding an extra layer of wonder to each dive. With St. Abbs' sheltered nature, dive sites are accessible year-round, offering a continuous adventure for divers of all levels.

For those seeking an unforgettable diving experience in the United Kingdom, St. Abbs is a must-visit destination. Immerse yourself in the breathtaking underwater wonders of this coastal paradise. Book your dive trip now and indulge in the beauty of St. Abbs' marine marvels.

Visibility: 7m
Max Depth: 17m
Recommended Diver Level: Beginner, Advanced
Country: United Kingdom
Closest Locations: Dive site, Creel Row, Northfield House, St. Abbs, Scottish Borders, Scotland, TD14 5PN, United Kingdom

Diving Conditions Score for St. Abbs

5.7
Average

Average conditions, be alert.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.

Dive Site Overview for St. Abbs

Depth

17m

Visibility

7m

Experience Level

beginner
advanced

Weather Conditions for St. Abbs

Wave Height

0.48m

Wind Speed

9.4 m/s

Water Temp

13.7°C

Visibility

32.24km

Cloud Cover

100%

Wave Period

4.45s

Air Temperature

16°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for St. Abbs
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Dive Score Chart for St. Abbs

Best time to dive: 11:00 with score 7.847624521072797/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.38m, Wind 4 m/s.Best night dive time: 19:00 with score 7.6408000000000005/10.

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

Sunrise at St. Abbs: 06:00
Sunset at St. Abbs: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at St. Abbs 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
11:00

Score: 7.8/10
Waves: 0.38m (4.35s), Wind: 4 m/s

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Safest Overall
15:00

Score: 7.8/10
Waves: 0.34m (4.25s), Wind: 2.2 m/s

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Best Night
19:00

Score: 7.6/10
Waves: 0.34m, Wind: 2.2 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for St. Abbs
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at St. Abbs

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 St. Abbs

Winter

Avg. Score: 7.9/10

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

Best Months for St. Abbs

January
Score: 8.1
February
Score: 7.8
December
Score: 7.8

Ideal Conditions for St. Abbs

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

16.4°C / 61.5°F

July

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

11.7m / 38.4ft

August

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

1.8m / 5.9ft

December

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for St. Abbs

St. Abbs shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (16.4°C) and December the coldest (0.3°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in December with average wave heights of 1.8m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in December 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 December to February, 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 23, 2026

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