United Kingdom

Blackpool

Blackpool - photo 1

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Blackpool sits on the northwest coast of England along the Irish Sea. It’s a well-known seaside town with a lively tourism scene rather than a primary diving hub. Local diving options are limited within the city itself, and the nearby freshwater option is Windermere Lake, which is a long drive away and used mainly for training or day trips by some clubs. For divers, access to offshore reefs and wrecks is typically via day trips from larger ports in the region or from nearby centers along the English coast. If you’re visiting Blackpool, you’ll find more value in lodging, transport links to dive bases, and coastal scenery than in on-site diving opportunities.

Essential information for traveling in United Kingdom

About United Kingdom

Sea
Celtic Sea, La Manche, North Sea, Irish Sea and...
Timezone
Europe/London
Languages
EN
Demonym
British
Phone prefix
+44

Practicalities

Currency
GBP
Plug type
Type G
Airports
LHR LGW LTN STN MAN

Diving specifics

Temperature
°C
Depth units
meters
Pressure
bar
Regulators
DIN Yoke (INT)

Dive sites and dive centers around Blackpool

Nearby Dive Centers (1)

Nearby cities for scuba diving around Blackpool

The best time to dive in Blackpool

The best months to dive in Blackpool are from May to July. Temperatures are confortable (13-17°C), currents are mild and the visibility is at its best.

Excellent Good Fair Mitigated
01 - Jan.
4 °C 5 °C 7/10
02 - Feb.
5 °C 5 °C 7/10
03 - Mar.
8 °C 8 °C 8/10
04 - Apr.
10 °C 11 °C 8/10
05 - May
13 °C 14 °C 7/10
06 - Jun.
16 °C 17 °C 5/10
07 - Jul.
17 °C 19 °C 6/10
08 - Aug.
17 °C 19 °C 7/10
09 - Sept.
13 °C 16 °C 4/10
10 - Oct.
12 °C 13 °C 6/10
11 - Nov.
8 °C 10 °C 5/10
12 - Dec.
7 °C 8 °C 6/10

Based on last year's weather. Scores compare months for this destination only and are indicative. A mitigated month may still suit many divers.

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