Freibacher Stausee
Located just half an hour south of Klagenfurt in Austria, the Wörthersee reservoir is not only a source of electricity but also a fascinating dive site. Back in 1957, the reservoir was created, submerging seven buildings underwater. Now, divers can explore the remains of these prominent structures at shallow depths.
Diving in this area offers the opportunity to encounter a variety of aquatic species. Sturgeons, trout, vain (or chub), and pike can all be observed here. These fascinating creatures can mostly be found near the shallow bank areas, where the trees create a picturesque backdrop.
With a visibility of approximately 7 meters and a maximum depth of 10 meters, this dive site is suitable for divers of all skill levels, even beginners. The site, known as Stausee Rundweg, is situated in Homölisch, Sankt Margareten im Rosental, within the Bezirk Klagenfurt-Land of Carinthia, Austria. Discover the beauty and richness of the underwater world at this captivating dive site.
Diving in this area offers the opportunity to encounter a variety of aquatic species. Sturgeons, trout, vain (or chub), and pike can all be observed here. These fascinating creatures can mostly be found near the shallow bank areas, where the trees create a picturesque backdrop.
With a visibility of approximately 7 meters and a maximum depth of 10 meters, this dive site is suitable for divers of all skill levels, even beginners. The site, known as Stausee Rundweg, is situated in Homölisch, Sankt Margareten im Rosental, within the Bezirk Klagenfurt-Land of Carinthia, Austria. Discover the beauty and richness of the underwater world at this captivating dive site.
Diving Conditions Score for Freibacher Stausee
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 Freibacher Stausee
Depth
10m
Visibility
7m
Experience Level
beginner
Weather Conditions for Freibacher Stausee
Wave Height
1m
Wind Speed
14.8 m/s
Water Temp
18°C
Visibility
37.82km
Cloud Cover
16%
Wave Period
8s
Air Temperature
25.2°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Freibacher Stausee
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Dive Score Chart for Freibacher Stausee
Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 8.043333333333333/10. Water conditions: Waves 1m, Wind 2.3 m/s.Best night dive time: 5:00 with score 7.513333333333333/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Freibacher Stausee : 06:00
Sunset at Freibacher Stausee : 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Freibacher Stausee 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
6:00Score: 8.0/10
Waves: 1m (8s), Wind: 2.3 m/s
Best Night
5:00Score: 7.5/10
Waves: 1m, Wind: 2.6 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Freibacher Stausee Alpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Freibacher Stausee
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 Freibacher Stausee
Winter
Avg. Score: 9.2/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Freibacher Stausee
January
Score: 9.4
December
Score: 9.2
February
Score: 9.1
Ideal Conditions for Freibacher Stausee
Water Temp
19.3°C / 66.7°F
July
Visibility
19.9m / 65.3ft
November
Wave Height
0.2m / 0.7ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Freibacher Stausee
Freibacher Stausee shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (19.3°C) and January the coldest (-5.4°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). January 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 20, 2026
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