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  Wednesday, 10th March 2010


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For tidal predictions at Devonport for today and 7 days forward click the logo below. Add approximately 20 minutes for prediction in Babbacombe.

Babbacombe beach is best dived approximately 2 hours either side of high water. This is a generalization and applies more at times of spring tides. Neap tides will generally enable you to dive at any time of the day. When planning our trip bear in mind that the car park can become busy at weekends and during the peak season. For this reason it is best to arrive early regardless of the state of the tide.

For the bbc weather pages for Babbacombe click the logo below.

As Babbacombe Bay faces East the beach is rendered undiveable during Easterly winds (as is most of east and South Devon). Generally speaking winds from the East in excess of Force 2 on the Beaufort Scale or 10 mph will prohibit diving. These winds are usually associated with high pressure systems that settle across the UK at certain times during the summer.

For a more detailed analysis of the likely diving conditions please call us before travelling.

 

 

One of the little appreciated benefits of it's Easterly aspect is the sheltered conditions offered by the Bay during Westerly and Northerly Gales. When most other dive sites are 'blown out' you will often find Babbacombe 'open for business'.


During prolonged periods of South Westerly winds the underwater visibility is usually remarkably good.


During the months of April and May the South Coast of England is subject to plankton blooms. This natural phenomenon causes a drop in underwater visibility and it's always worth checking with a local dive facility during those months for an update on the situation. A positive aspect of this event is the arrival of Basking Sharks to the region. These harmless giants feed on the plankton and provide an awesome spectacle for our visitors.