Deadman's Cays
Why dive here
With 87+ marine species recorded in the area - including bull sharks, dolphins, hammerhead sharks, seahorses and sea turtles - Deadman's Cays offers some of Florida Keys's richest reef diving. Water ranges 19-32°C, warmest July, August, September.
Deadman’s Cays sits off the Lower Keys, a spot we often find ourselves returning to for a reliable reef dive. It’s a series of small coral heads, not a sprawling wall, which means we can spend a good hour exploring the nooks and crannies without feeling rushed. We often spot things like fairy basslets darting into crevices and yellowhead wrasse sifting through the sand. It’s a good choice for a second dive of the day, or if you’re looking for a relaxed pace without battling strong currents.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Deadman's Cays
Deadman's Cays Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Deadman's Cays, sourced from NOAA NDBC + Copernicus Marine (EU) - nearest station: 8725520 - Fort Myers, FL (28km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
27°C
81°F · Range: 20.9–31.1°C
Air Temperature
26°C
79°F
Current Speed
0 cm/s
Direction: S (180°)
Salinity
35.98 PSU
Wind Speed
2.7 m/s
5.2 knots
Atmospheric Pressure
1014.5 hPa
Based on 5 years of monitoring data · Data sources: NOAA NDBC + Copernicus Marine (EU)
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