AR-130 - Buoy Suggest edit

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IntermediateDifficulty

IntermediateRecommended cert

30Max dive depth

30.0 mSite max depth

10.0–20.0 mVisibility

MildCurrent

ModerateSurge

40 minAvg dive time

May to OctoberBest months

24.0–29.0 °CWater (summer)

8.0–12.0 °CWater (winter)

Overview

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AR-130 - Buoy is a popular dive site located off the coast of Cape Hatteras, North Carolina. It features a buoy marking the site, which is often frequented by divers looking to explore the underwater environment of the Atlantic Ocean.

The dive site offers a variety of marine life and underwater structures, making it suitable for divers of different skill levels. The area is known for its vibrant ecosystems and occasional wrecks nearby.

Conditions

Visibility: 10.0–20.0 m Suggest edit
Currents: Mild Suggest edit
Surge: Moderate Suggest edit
Water temp (summer): 24.0–29.0 °C Suggest edit
Water temp (winter): 8.0–12.0 °C Suggest edit

Logistics

Entry: Boat Suggest edit
Permits required: No Suggest edit
Bottom types:
sand rock coral Suggest edit

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Wide-angle lenses recommended for capturing marine life.

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