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    Charleston Sixty Reef - Army APCs 1 dive site
    reef
    15-20m
    Florida Springs, United States
    Fort Sumter National Monument

    Charleston Sixty Reef - Army APCs 1

    Best months: Apr–Jun

    Protected Area

    Fort Sumter National Monument

    Why dive here

    With 142+ marine species recorded in the area - including dolphins, octopuses, seahorses, sea turtles and mantis shrimp - Charleston Sixty Reef - Army APCs 1 offers some of Florida Springs's richest reef diving. Water ranges 16-31°C, warmest June, July, August.

    Best timeApr–Jun
    WetsuitA 3mm full wetsuit
    Marine lifeDolphins, Octopuses, Seahorses, Sea Turtles and Mantis Shrimp · 142+ species recorded
    Water16-31°C · warmest June, July, August
    CharacterReef dive · max 15-20m
    StandoutRich in charismatic marine life

    Off the coast of Charleston, this site is a little different, featuring two sunken Army APCs (Armored Personnel Carriers). They sit upright on the sand, around 20 meters down, attracting the usual reef fish and some curious pelagics passing through. It’s a straightforward dive, good for newer divers looking for something a bit more substantial than a natural reef patch, or photographers wanting a unique subject. Visibility can vary, so check local reports before heading out.

    Typical Charleston Sixty Reef - Army APCs 1 Dive Profile

    5m10m15mSafety Stop0m15m max~50 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

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

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    Conditions

    Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Charleston Sixty Reef - Army APCs 1

    Charleston Sixty Reef - Army APCs 1 Ocean Conditions

    Monthly averages for Charleston Sixty Reef - Army APCs 1, sourced from Copernicus Marine Service (EU)

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    October Averages

    Sea Temperature

    26°C

    78°F · Range: 19.7–27.7°C

    Air Temperature

    22°C

    72°F

    Current Speed

    2 cm/s

    Direction: S (180°)

    Salinity

    32.94 PSU

    Wind Speed

    4.3 m/s

    8.4 knots

    Atmospheric Pressure

    1014.6 hPa

    Based on 1 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Copernicus Marine Service (EU)

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