Beckenried, Ruetenen
Currently, the stunning wall at the dive site is temporarily closed to divers due to the potential risk of landslides. To ensure visitor safety, the restricted zone is clearly marked underwater with warning signs and ropes.
Upon entering the water, divers are advised to head towards the right, where they will encounter a sculpture. Beyond this point lies a conveyor belt located at a depth of approximately 11-18 meters. As you continue towards the south, you will come across several wooden stumps submerged in the water. This dive site offers a diverse range of underwater landscapes and features. During the summer months, you can explore expansive seagrass meadows, while in the spring, you may have the opportunity to observe common toads and frogs during their spawning season.
For experienced divers looking to explore the Rütenen diving site, it is important to note that the maximum depth reaches 26 meters, and the visibility typically extends up to 7 meters. Therefore, this site is recommended for advanced and expert divers.
Plan your visit to the Rütenen diving site, conveniently located near Freizeitanlage Rütenen on Rütenenstrasse in Beckenried, Nidwalden, Switzerland. Immerse yourself in the beauty of this underwater world with its diverse offerings and unique experiences.
Diving Conditions Score for Beckenried, Ruetenen
Decent conditions, proceed with caution.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Beckenried, Ruetenen
Depth
26m
Visibility
7m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for Beckenried, Ruetenen
Wave Height
1m
Wind Speed
7.2 m/s
Water Temp
18°C
Visibility
41.1km
Cloud Cover
0%
Wave Period
8s
Air Temperature
19.6°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Dive Score Chart for Beckenried, Ruetenen
Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 7.559733333333333/10. Water conditions: Waves 1m, Wind 5.5 m/s.Best night dive time: 1:00 with score 7.363333333333333/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at Beckenried, Ruetenen are affected by daylight hours. Sunrise occurs at 06:00 and sunset at 18:00, which impacts visibility and water temperature for scuba diving and snorkeling.
Score: 7.6/10
Waves: 1m (8s), Wind: 5.5 m/s
Score: 7.4/10
Waves: 1m, Wind: 2.5 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Beckenried, RuetenenAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Beckenried, Ruetenen
The dive score combines all factors to rate overall diving conditions throughout the year. Higher scores indicate better diving conditions.
Monthly Dive Score Analysis - Seasonal Diving Conditions
Higher values indicate better diving conditions
Seasonal DiveScore Chart
This chart displays monthly diveScore data throughout the year, showing seasonal patterns. The data is presented as a bar chart with an overlaid line graph.Dive scores range from 1 to 10, with 10 being optimal conditions.
Higher values indicate better diving conditions
Best Season for Beckenried, Ruetenen
Winter
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Beckenried, Ruetenen
Ideal Conditions for Beckenried, Ruetenen
Water Temp
21.4°C / 70.5°F
July
Visibility
18.5m / 60.7ft
March
Wave Height
0.2m / 0.7ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Beckenried, Ruetenen
Beckenried, Ruetenen shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (21.4°C) and January the coldest (0.5°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 0.2m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in January with a low wave steepness ratio, creating gentler swells. January offers the longest wave periods (8.0s), creating more comfortable and predictable conditions for boat entries and exits. Ocean currents are slowest in January (0.5m/s) and strongest in January (0.5m/s). March is usually the driest month with 0.0mm of precipitation. For beginners, the best time to visit would be during January to March, when ocean conditions are calmer with long-period waves and currents are typically weaker. Experienced divers might enjoy the challenges and potentially better visibility during the shoulder seasons, with moderate currents that can improve marine life encounters.
Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 14, 2026