BUDESTI Diving Point
Located near Bucharest, Romania, Budesti Lock, also known as "Bogatu's Lock," is a captivating dive site that welcomes both experienced and novice divers when accompanied by a professional. Exploring the underwater world of this site reveals a unique variety of aquatic life, including crucian, pike, perch, and small freshwater jellyfish, commonly found in plain lakes. With a visibility of around 5 meters and a maximum depth of 7 meters, this beginner-friendly dive destination at Strada Agricultorilor, Budești, Călărași, 915100, Romania, offers an enchanting experience for all underwater enthusiasts.
Diving Conditions Score for BUDESTI Diving Point
6.5
Above AverageDecent conditions, proceed with caution.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for BUDESTI Diving Point
Depth
7m
Visibility
5m
Experience Level
beginner
Weather Conditions for BUDESTI Diving Point
Wave Height
1m
Wind Speed
14.2 m/s
Water Temp
18°C
Visibility
35.7km
Cloud Cover
14%
Wave Period
8s
Air Temperature
26.4°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for BUDESTI Diving Point
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Dive Score Chart for BUDESTI Diving Point
Best time to dive: 17:00 with score 7.829833333333333/10. Water conditions: Waves 1m, Wind 4.3 m/s.Best night dive time: 18:00 with score 7.623333333333333/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at BUDESTI Diving Point: 06:00
Sunset at BUDESTI Diving Point: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at BUDESTI Diving Point 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.
Best Overall
17:00Score: 7.8/10
Waves: 1m (8s), Wind: 4.3 m/s
Best Night
18:00Score: 7.6/10
Waves: 1m, Wind: 1.5 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for BUDESTI Diving PointAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at BUDESTI Diving Point
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 BUDESTI Diving Point
Winter
Avg. Score: 8.8/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for BUDESTI Diving Point
December
Score: 9.0
January
Score: 8.7
February
Score: 8.7
Ideal Conditions for BUDESTI Diving Point
Water Temp
25.3°C / 77.5°F
July
Visibility
18.4m / 60.4ft
December
Wave Height
0.4m / 1.3ft
December
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for BUDESTI Diving Point
BUDESTI Diving Point shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (25.3°C) and January the coldest (-2.0°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in December with average wave heights of 0.4m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in December 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). January is usually the driest month with 0.0mm of precipitation. For beginners, the best time to visit would be during December to February, 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 19, 2026
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