United Kingdom

South Hams

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South Hams is a coastal district in Devon, England, with access to the north Atlantic via the English Channel watershed. It’s known more as a scenic coastal and rural area than as a major diving hub. Freshwater options are limited locally; the West Looe River provides a nearby freshwater feature, but diving there is uncommon and typically pursued by local clubs for training or exploration rather than destination diving. Nearby dive centers and shore access along the coast support occasional coastal dives, wrecks, and site hops for local divers and visitors willing to travel to broader Devon or Cornwall dive spots.

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 South Hams

Nearby Dive Sites (23)

Nearby Dive Centers (1)

Nearby cities for scuba diving around South Hams

The best time to dive in South Hams

The best months to dive in South Hams are from May to August. Temperatures are confortable (14-18°C), currents are mild and the visibility is at its best.

Excellent Good Fair Mitigated
01 - Jan.
7 °C 11 °C 5/10
02 - Feb.
7 °C 10 °C 6/10
03 - Mar.
9 °C 10 °C 8/10
04 - Apr.
11 °C 11 °C 7/10
05 - May
14 °C 13 °C 7/10
06 - Jun.
16 °C 15 °C 6/10
07 - Jul.
18 °C 17 °C 7/10
08 - Aug.
18 °C 18 °C 7/10
09 - Sept.
14 °C 16 °C 6/10
10 - Oct.
13 °C 15 °C 5/10
11 - Nov.
11 °C 13 °C 5/10
12 - Dec.
9 °C 12 °C 4/10

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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