El Capitana
Protected Area
Sebastian Inlet State Park
Why dive here
With 142+ marine species recorded in the area - including dolphins, octopuses, seahorses, sea turtles and mantis shrimp - El Capitana offers some of Florida Springs's richest diving. Water ranges 16-31°C, warmest June, July, August.
El Capitana, in Florida Springs, offers a straightforward dive into the spring environment. You'll find yourself exploring a system of caverns and swim-throughs, with plenty of resident fish to keep an eye on. It’s a solid spot for divers looking to practice their buoyancy in overhead environments, or simply enjoy a quiet freshwater dive. We think it’s best suited for those already comfortable in cave or cavern settings.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for El Capitana
El Capitana Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for El Capitana, sourced from Copernicus Marine Service (EU)
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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