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    The Trench dive site
    channel
    25-40m
    Florida Keys, United States
    Phil Foster

    The Trench

    Best months: Apr–Jun

    Protected Area

    Phil Foster

    Why dive here

    With 87+ marine species recorded in the area - including bull sharks, dolphins, hammerhead sharks, seahorses and sea turtles - The Trench offers some of Florida Keys's richest channel 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
    CharacterChannel dive · max 25-40m
    StandoutRich in charismatic marine life

    The Trench in the Florida Keys gives you a chance to explore a deep sand channel, bordered by low coral ridges. It’s a good spot for finding nurse sharks tucked under ledges or rays gliding across the bottom. We’d suggest this for divers who appreciate a quiet drift over looking for big schools of fish. Visibility usually holds up well here.

    Typical The Trench Dive Profile

    10m20mSafety Stop0m25m max~30 min estimated bottom time

    Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.

    Safety Notes

    Depth of 25m - Advanced Open Water certification recommended.

    Channel dive - currents can be strong and change direction. Dive at slack tide when possible.

    Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.

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    Conditions

    Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for The Trench

    The Trench Ocean Conditions

    Monthly averages for The Trench, 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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