Florida Current

The Florida Current is a steady ocean current that transports warm, salty water from the Gulf of Mexico through the Straits of Florida and toward the Atlantic Ocean. It is part of the larger Gulf Stream system and influences climates along the southeastern U.S. coast, as well as marine navigation and weather patterns. The current typically flows at about 2 to 4 miles per hour and can be measured by ships, buoys, and satellites. Its movement plays a crucial role in distributing heat, regulating weather, and supporting marine ecosystems in the Atlantic basin.