GEOGRAPHY THROUGH MAPS
Florida Straits
The Florida Straits curve between Florida, Cuba and the Bahamas. They connect the Gulf of Mexico with the western North Atlantic and carry the Florida Current, a major feeder of the Gulf Stream.
Fast Facts
- Florida lies north and Cuba south of the western passage.
- The Bahamas border the eastern part of the straits.
- Warm water leaves the gulf through this route.
Connected lessons
- Florida StraitsMap, explanation and practice
- Caribbean islands and ocean gatewaysGuided exploration
Geographical connections
- Gulf of MexicoRelated places
- Gulf StreamRelated places
- Yucatán ChannelRelated places
- Greater AntillesRelated places
- Cape Canaveral and Kennedy Space CenterRelated places