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    Deerfield Beach North Rocks dive site
    reef
    5-18m
    Florida Keys, United States
    SS Copenhagen Underwater Archaeological Preserve

    Deerfield Beach North Rocks

    Best months: Apr–Jun

    Protected Area

    SS Copenhagen Underwater Archaeological Preserve

    Why dive here

    With 87+ marine species recorded in the area - including bull sharks, dolphins, hammerhead sharks, seahorses and sea turtles - Deerfield Beach North Rocks offers some of Florida Keys's richest reef diving. Water ranges 19-32°C, warmest July, August, September.

    Best timeApr–Jun
    WetsuitA 3mm shorty or thin full wetsuit
    Marine lifeBull Sharks, Dolphins, Hammerhead Sharks, Seahorses and Sea Turtles · 87+ species recorded
    Water19-32°C · warmest July, August, September
    CharacterReef dive · max 5-18m
    StandoutRich in charismatic marine life

    Deerfield Beach North Rocks offers an accessible shore dive, best for a relaxed afternoon. You’ll find a rocky reef structure that holds a variety of local fish species, usually smaller wrasse and damselfish darting between the crevices. It’s a good spot for newer divers looking to practice skills in calm conditions or for anyone wanting a simple, easy dive when the ocean is flat. Expect decent visibility on good days, but it can stir up with rougher weather.

    Typical Deerfield Beach North Rocks 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.

    Today06:1717:5811h 41m daylightGolden hour 17:28

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    Conditions

    Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Deerfield Beach North Rocks

    Deerfield Beach North Rocks Ocean Conditions

    Monthly averages for Deerfield Beach North Rocks, sourced from NOAA NDBC + Copernicus Marine (EU) - nearest station: 8725520 - Fort Myers, FL (28km away)

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    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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