Western dry rocks
Protected Area
Sand 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 - Western dry rocks offers some of Florida Keys's richest reef diving. Water ranges 19-32°C, warmest July, August, September.
Western Dry Rocks offers a classic Keys reef dive, shallow enough for newer divers but with plenty to keep experienced eyes busy. We often find large schools of grunts and snapper hanging around the coral heads, and the occasional loggerhead turtle glides through. Depths run from 5 to 15 metres, making it a good choice for longer bottom times, particularly if you're looking for macro life. It’s a solid spot for a relaxed afternoon drift.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Western dry rocks
Western dry rocks Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Western dry rocks, 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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