Hällebäck
At this dive site, divers can encounter a variety of marine life including crabs, lobsters, grey gurnard, flat fishes, and small codfishes. During the autumn and winter seasons, there is also a chance to spot octopus on the muddy bottom. The visibility at this location is approximately 7m, and the maximum depth reaches 26m.
For easy access to the water, it is recommended to park above the turning zone and unload the diving equipment before finding a parking spot. Divers can enter the water to the right, where the mountain wall meets the road. Alternatively, they can also use the small jetty with the jumping tower as an entry point. The diving direction is to the right.
The majority of the dive site's bottom consists of mud, but swimming further and following the bottom to the right reveals rocky patches that provide more hiding places for crabs, lobsters, codfishes, and flat fishes. A useful tip is to perform a surface swim of 150-200 meters before descending.
During the dark hours of autumn and winter, spending time on the muddy bottom of this dive site can lead to exciting encounters with octopus. Additionally, lucky divers might even spot rays here during the winter.
Located in Uddevalla kommun, Västra Götaland County, Sweden, this dive site offers a fantastic underwater adventure for divers of all levels. Whether you're a beginner, advanced, or expert diver, this location has something to offer. Experience the beauty of Sweden's underwater world at this captivating dive site.
Diving Conditions Score for Hällebäck
Good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Hällebäck
Depth
26m
Visibility
7m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for Hällebäck
Wave Height
1m
Wind Speed
7.9 m/s
Water Temp
21.7°C
Visibility
38.28km
Cloud Cover
9%
Wave Period
8s
Air Temperature
21.3°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Dive Score Chart for Hällebäck
Best time to dive: 7:00 with score 8.411766666666667/10. Water conditions: Waves 1m, Wind 1.4 m/s.Best night dive time: 2:00 with score 7.996666666666666/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at Hällebäck 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: 8.4/10
Waves: 1m (8s), Wind: 1.4 m/s
Score: 8.0/10
Waves: 1m, Wind: 1.1 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for HällebäckAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Hällebäck
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 Hällebäck
Winter
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Hällebäck
Ideal Conditions for Hällebäck
Water Temp
25.8°C / 78.4°F
June
Visibility
20.1m / 65.9ft
October
Wave Height
0.2m / 0.7ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Hällebäck
Hällebäck shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (25.8°C) and December the coldest (21.8°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 27, 2026