Current Cut
Why dive here
With 531+ marine species recorded in the area - including barracuda, dolphins, dwarf minke whales, humpback whales and lemon sharks - Current Cut offers some of Nassau & New Providence's richest drift diving. Water ranges 25-30°C, warmest July, August, September.
Current Cut is exactly what it sounds like – a drift dive through a narrow channel. You're carried along by the incoming or outgoing tide, so picking your time is key for the best ride. Expect to see reef sharks, eagle rays, and schooling jacks using the current to their advantage. It's a fun, fast dive, best suited for those comfortable with moderate to strong currents.
Typical Current Cut Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Drift dive - carry a surface marker buoy (SMB) and stay with your group. Brief the current direction before entry.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Current Cut
Current Cut Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Current Cut, sourced from NOAA buoy & Copernicus Marine data - nearest station: 8723214 - Virginia Key, FL (295km away)
August Averages
Sea Temperature
30.38°C
87°F · Range: 29.3–34°C
Air Temperature
29.6°C
85°F
Current Speed
8.25 cm/s
Direction: N (346°)
Chlorophyll-a
0.042 mg/m³
Very clear (oligotrophic)
Salinity
36.83 PSU
Wind Speed
3.6 m/s
7.0 knots
Atmospheric Pressure
1016.2 hPa
Based on 5 years of monitoring data · Data sources: NOAA NDBC + Copernicus Marine (EU)
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