Hamm
Protected Area
Hen and Chickens Sanctuary Preserva Sanctuary
Why dive here
With 87+ marine species recorded in the area - including bull sharks, dolphins, hammerhead sharks, seahorses and sea turtles - Hamm offers some of Florida Keys's richest diving. Water ranges 19-32°C, warmest July, August, September.
Hamm is a straightforward dive, sitting at a consistent 12 meters. It’s a good spot for newer divers looking to get comfortable in the Keys without strong currents or complex navigation. You’ll find typical reef inhabitants here: parrotfish grazing, snapper in the ledges, and often a turtle passing through. It’s a decent introductory reef dive for a relaxed afternoon.
Typical Hamm 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 Hamm
Dive shops near Hamm
Islamorada Dive Center
Deep Sea Scuba
Key Dives
Florida Keys Dive Center
Conch Republic Divers
Florida Sea Base
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Hamm
Hamm Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Hamm, 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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