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    Normans Key Cut dive site
    channel
    5-20m
    Exuma Cays, Bahamas
    Exuma Cays Land & Sea Park

    Normans Key Cut

    Best months: Jan–May

    Protected Area

    Exuma Cays Land & Sea Park

    Why dive here

    With 348+ marine species recorded in the area - including barracuda, dolphins, humpback whales, lemon sharks and octopuses - Normans Key Cut offers some of Exuma Cays's richest channel diving. Water ranges 25-31°C, warmest July, August, September.

    Best timeJan–May
    WetsuitA 3mm full wetsuit
    Marine lifeBarracuda, Dolphins, Humpback Whales, Lemon Sharks and Octopuses · 348+ species recorded
    Water25-31°C · warmest July, August, September
    CharacterChannel dive · max 5-20m
    StandoutExceptional marine biodiversity

    Normans Key Cut offers a drift dive through a narrow channel, pushing you along with the tide. We've seen reef sharks patrolling the edges and schools of jacks swirling in the stronger flow. It’s a straightforward dive, best for those comfortable with current and looking for a classic Bahamian channel experience. Visibility can vary, but generally holds up well.

    Typical Normans Key Cut Dive Profile

    5mSafety Stop0m5m max~60 min estimated bottom time

    Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.

    Safety Notes

    Channel dive - currents can be strong and change direction. Dive at slack tide when possible.

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    Conditions

    Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Normans Key Cut

    Normans Key Cut Ocean Conditions

    Monthly averages for Normans Key Cut, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU) - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (24.5, -76.7) (3km away)

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    October Averages

    Sea Temperature

    29°C

    85°F · Range: 28.1–30.8°C

    Current Speed

    7.21 cm/s

    Direction: NW (326.3°)

    Chlorophyll-a

    0.082 mg/m³

    Very clear (oligotrophic)

    Salinity

    36.68 PSU

    Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU)

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