Deep Reef - Looe Key
Protected Area
Looe Key Sanctuary Preserva Sanctuary
Why dive here
With 87+ marine species recorded in the area - including bull sharks, dolphins, hammerhead sharks, seahorses and sea turtles - Deep Reef - Looe Key offers some of Florida Keys's richest reef diving. Water ranges 19-32°C, warmest July, August, September.
Deep Reef at Looe Key is a good intermediate dive. It's not particularly deep, topping out at 14m, but the occasional currents keep things interesting. You'll find plenty of smaller reef fish here, along with the chance to spot larger pelagics moving through. It's a solid choice for divers looking for a straightforward, relaxing drift.
Typical Deep Reef - Looe Key Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.
Nearest Dive Centres to Deep Reef - Looe Key
Dive shops near Deep Reef - Looe Key
Looe Key Reef Resort & Dive Center
Captain Hook’s Looe Key Reef Adventures
Finz Dive Center
Captain Hook
Lost Reef Adventures
Divers Direct
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Deep Reef - Looe Key
Deep Reef - Looe Key Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Deep Reef - Looe Key, 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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