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Höbarthwand

This dive site in Austria offers a maximum depth of 40m. Starting from the shore, divers will encounter shallow waters that gradually transition into a steep face adorned with beautiful shells and sponges. To locate the wall easily and safely, divers can follow the buoy positioned across the entrance, approximately 20m from the shore.

While exploring this dive site, divers may notice a scarcity of fish. However, they will have the opportunity to observe an abundance of mussels, sponges, and moss animals. With a visibility of 12m, divers can fully immerse themselves in the captivating underwater scenery.

Suitable for both beginner and advanced divers, this dive site provides an excellent opportunity for divers of all levels to embark on a memorable underwater adventure. For those seeking to explore the wonders of underwater Austria, this dive site at 123 Traunsteinstraße, Gmunden, Bezirk Gmunden, Upper Austria, 4810, offers a convenient and close location.

Diving Conditions Score for Höbarthwand

5.5
Average

Average conditions, be alert.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.

Dive Site Overview for Höbarthwand

Depth

28m

Visibility

12m

Experience Level

beginner
advanced

Weather Conditions for Höbarthwand

Wave Height

1m

Wind Speed

18.4 m/s

Water Temp

18°C

Visibility

47.34km

Cloud Cover

100%

Wave Period

8s

Air Temperature

19.6°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Höbarthwand
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Dive Score Chart for Höbarthwand

Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 6.943333333333333/10. Water conditions: Waves 1m, Wind 7.9 m/s.Best night dive time: 5:00 with score 6.873333333333333/10.

Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.

Sunrise at Höbarthwand : 06:00
Sunset at Höbarthwand : 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Höbarthwand 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.

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Best Overall
6:00

Score: 6.9/10
Waves: 1m (8s), Wind: 7.9 m/s

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Best Night
5:00

Score: 6.9/10
Waves: 1m, Wind: 4 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Höbarthwand
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Höbarthwand

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 Höbarthwand

Winter

Avg. Score: 8.6/10

Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.

Best Months for Höbarthwand

December
Score: 9.0
January
Score: 8.6
November
Score: 8.2

Ideal Conditions for Höbarthwand

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

20.3°C / 68.5°F

July

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

18.0m / 59.1ft

December

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

0.3m / 1.0ft

December

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for Höbarthwand

Höbarthwand shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (20.3°C) and December the coldest (-2.0°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in December with average wave heights of 0.3m 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). March 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.

Scoring Legend:
9-10 (Excellent)
7-8 (Good)
5-6 (Average)
3-4 (Poor)
1-2 (Dangerous)

Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jul 8, 2026

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