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Old Man's Hat

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

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Boat
Avg 14 m
Max 23 m

Current Conditions

Live: Fair now

Swell

N E S W
1.5 m
Height (m)
11.3
Period (s)
SE
Direction

Wind

N E S W
19.4 kn
Speed
23.7 °C
Air °C
S
Direction
Water Temp 23.1 °C
Last Updated 36 minutes ago

3-Day Dive Forecast

Avg swell, direction & wind for each daypart.

+2 Days
Morning
1.7 m SE
Period: 10s Avg Swell
18.1 kn S
Avg Wind
Midday
1.6 m SE
Period: 9s Avg Swell
23.3 kn S
Avg Wind
Evening
1.6 m SE
Period: 9s Avg Swell
21.4 kn S
Avg Wind
Tomorrow
Morning
1.5 m SE
Period: 10s Avg Swell
9.3 kn S
Avg Wind
Midday
1.4 m SE
Period: 9s Avg Swell
15.9 kn E
Avg Wind
Evening
1.3 m SE
Period: 9s Avg Swell
15.9 kn E
Avg Wind

How to Dive Old Man's Hat

Overview

Located just off North Head near Manly, Old Mans Hat is one of Sydney’s most scenic boat dives. The site features steep rocky reefs that drop down to around 22 m, covered in sponges, sea tulips and colourful soft corals. Expect to encounter schools of yellowtail, blue groper, and the occasional wobbegong or cuttlefish cruising by. Visibility is often excellent and conditions are usually calm thanks to the site’s sheltered position inside the heads — perfect for advanced divers looking for a relaxed yet rewarding dive.

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