Area Overview: Larne, Whitehead and Islandmagee

Diving Holidays, Snorkelling and Scuba Diving in Larne, Whitehead and Islandmagee

United Kingdom
Northern Ireland
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Rated 3rd of 4 Areas within Northern Ireland

Larne, Whitehead and Islandmagee are known for the good wreck dives in the area, located near to the the major ports of Belfast and Larne. 

Although it may feel like it at times, it does not rain everyday in the UK. However it is advisable to bring waterproof clothing and be ready for rain at any time of the year. Britain is an island nation and the surrounding sea gives England a varied climate which can be sunny one day and rainy the next.ComparAlthough it may feel like it at times, it does not rain everyday in the UK. However it is advisable to bring waterproof clothing and be ready for rain at any time of the year. Britain is an island nation and the surrounding sea gives England a varied climate which can be sunny one day and rainy the next.Compared to the rest of Europe we have warm summers and cool winters compared to the continent, sometimes refered to as a temperate maritime climate with temperatures not much lower than 0ºC in winter and not much higher than 32ºC in summer. Whether can be damp and rainy all year round, although most of the rain falls during the autumn, winter and spring.July and August are normally the warmest month in England, with the coldest months being December to February.

May to October

Generally the best months to travel to the UK are May through to October when the climate is warmest and rainfall is at a minimum, usually July and August are the warmest months, but can also see some rainfall.

There are plenty of wrecks in this stretch of the Irish Sea off the coast of East Antrim. The majority of wrecks are located off the coast of Whithead with a good mix of wrecks including freighters and smuggler's vessels.

4°C to 19°C (38°F to 65°F)  

Located on the north east coast of Northern Ireland. The area is easily accessible by car.

There are plenty of nature walks in the area.

Full of natural beauty Northern Ireland is a great place to visit, although not a great standalone diving holiday unless you are a massive wreck buff!!

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