Sardine Run, Wild Coast (Port St Johns) is a dive site in Eastern Cape, South Africa. Typically most favorable Dec · from 2 years of archive data. Divers commonly see Cape fur seal, Bryde's whale, and Humpback whale. Recent reports put the water around 18°C (65°F). Check the latest conditions and entry details before you go.
Tap a factor for its source and model point · Forecast 18°C · seasonal avg 20°C
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First light 5:41 · Sunrise 6:05 · Sunset 17:51
Source: Open-Meteo marine · model point 9.6 km from site · graded 1h ago
Forecast only — always assess conditions on site.
Dated firsthand observations from divers — not current conditions.
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What conditions have historically been typical at this site, month by month — not a forecast.
December hastypically had the largest share of favorable days here. Conditions vary year to year — this is historical context, not a forecast.
Based on 1 year of archive data. Bar height shows the share of days each month whose conditions have historically scored favorably.
Species noted at this site — not a promise of what you’ll encounter.
The underwater calendar
When these animals are most recorded around Southern Africa — from open sighting data, not a promise.
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Data updated July 2026
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Divers at Sardine Run, Wild Coast (Port St Johns) in South Africa commonly report sightings of Cape fur seal, Bryde's whale, Humpback whale, Dusky shark, and Blacktip shark. Bryde's whale, Humpback whale, Dusky shark, and Blacktip shark are seasonal, while Cape fur seal is reported only occasionally. Marine life varies by season and conditions—check the site page for recent diver observations and photos.
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