United States

Hillsborough County

Hillsborough County in Florida offers coastal and nearshore diving experiences in the Gulf of Mexico, with access from the Tampa Bay area. The region’s dive activity centers on warm, shallow waters, seagrass beds, and artificial structures near urban coastlines. Expect calm conditions typical of Gulf coastal sites, with visibility varying by season and currents generally mild. Diving here suits recreational divers, focusing on easy shore and boat access from nearby towns and dive centers.

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The Coastal Waters of Southeast Alaska and Brit...
Languages
EN
Demonym
American
Phone prefix
+1

Practicalities

Currency
USD
Plug type
Type A, Type B
Airports
MIA FLL MCO LAX SFO

Diving specifics

Temperature
°C
Depth units
meters
Pressure
bar
Regulators
DIN Yoke (INT)

Cities to dive in the Hillsborough County region

Nearby Dive Centers (1)

The best times to dive in the Hillsborough County region

The best months to dive in Hillsborough County are from May to September. Temperatures are confortable (27-29°C), currents are mild and the visibility is at its best.

Excellent Good Fair Mitigated
01 - Jan.
13 °C 16 °C 8/10
02 - Feb.
20 °C 21 °C 7/10
03 - Mar.
20 °C 21 °C 8/10
04 - Apr.
24 °C 25 °C 8/10
05 - May
27 °C 29 °C 7/10
06 - Jun.
27 °C 30 °C 6/10
07 - Jul.
29 °C 31 °C 6/10
08 - Aug.
28 °C 32 °C 6/10
09 - Sept.
27 °C 30 °C 7/10
10 - Oct.
24 °C 27 °C 7/10
11 - Nov.
20 °C 22 °C 8/10
12 - Dec.
18 °C 21 °C 7/10

Based on last year's weather. Scores compare months for this destination only and are indicative. A mitigated month may still suit many divers.

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