Gulf of Mexico Current Information

[Mike Busher]

Does anyone know where I might find good information as to the currents for various seasons in the Gulf? We are planning a spring trip from SW FL to the Yucatan. Also, any thoughts on the best route as far as comfort would also be appretiated. Thanks

 

[Henry Weber]

Fl to Yucatan

MikeWe made this trip last summer ( at least included it). We went from Key West to Cuba; along the Cuban coast to the west end of Cuba; then around the end and down to the Cayman Islands; then to Belize and up to Isla Mujeres, then back to Key West. The beauty was that we had a following current almost the entire way. The big following current was west along the northern coast of Cuba and expecially from the Yucatan back to Key West. If I remember correctly it was as much as 2 and 3 knots pushing us home.Sounds like a great trip you are planning. I am jealous.Henry

 

[Mike Busher]

Thanks for the info Henry

Thanks for the info Henry, that falls in line with other reports. Mike

 

[Rich]

Pilot Charts

Pilot Charts contain the kind of information you seek. Do a web search on "pilot charts" and you should get several hits. If you have access to a good library they may have such information available.

 

[Mike Busher]

Question for Henry Weber

Henry on re-reading your note, you mention a following WESTWARD current along the northern coast of Cuba? Just wanted to make sure I understood as that part is a surprise to me. I thought at best, you would tend to minimize the EASTWARD current by tucking into the Cuba coastline. Thanks, Mike Busher mjbusher@aol.com