The Elbow
Protected Area
Coffins Patch Sanctuary Preserva Sanctuary
Why dive here
With 87+ marine species recorded in the area - including bull sharks, dolphins, hammerhead sharks, seahorses and sea turtles - The Elbow offers some of Florida Keys's richest reef diving. Water ranges 19-32°C, warmest July, August, September.
The Elbow, near Key Largo, offers a range of depths for various skill levels. You’ll find several shipwrecks scattered here, like the City of Washington, creating artificial reefs where goliath groupers often hang out. Currents can pick up, so we’d suggest keeping an eye on conditions. It’s a solid spot for divers looking for a mix of wreck exploration and reef life without venturing too deep.
Typical The Elbow Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
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Dive shops near The Elbow
Abyss Dive Center
Better Than Most SCUBA
Captain Hook's Marina & Dive Center
Hall's Diving Center & Career Institute
Tilden's Scuba Center
Florida Sea Base
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for The Elbow
The Elbow Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for The Elbow, 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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