Kleine Steilwand
The Small Wall dive site in Austria offers a captivating experience for divers of all skill levels. This site features a stunning rock formation that extends from 4 meters to a maximum depth of 20 meters, providing plenty of exploration opportunities.
Beginner divers will appreciate the shallows, where they can encounter a diverse range of fish, including large schools of carp, juveniles, and even enormous pike. The abundant marine life adds an extra element of excitement to the dive, making it a memorable experience for all.
With a visibility of 7 meters and a maximum depth of 14 meters, the Small Wall dive site provides optimal conditions for underwater exploration. Whether you are a beginner, advanced diver, or an expert, this site offers something for everyone to enjoy.
Located in Kleine Steinwand, Weißensee, Bezirk Spittal an der Drau, Carinthia, Austria, this dive site is easily accessible to divers seeking an extraordinary underwater adventure. Plan your visit to the Small Wall and immerse yourself in the enchanting world beneath the surface.
Beginner divers will appreciate the shallows, where they can encounter a diverse range of fish, including large schools of carp, juveniles, and even enormous pike. The abundant marine life adds an extra element of excitement to the dive, making it a memorable experience for all.
With a visibility of 7 meters and a maximum depth of 14 meters, the Small Wall dive site provides optimal conditions for underwater exploration. Whether you are a beginner, advanced diver, or an expert, this site offers something for everyone to enjoy.
Located in Kleine Steinwand, Weißensee, Bezirk Spittal an der Drau, Carinthia, Austria, this dive site is easily accessible to divers seeking an extraordinary underwater adventure. Plan your visit to the Small Wall and immerse yourself in the enchanting world beneath the surface.
Diving Conditions Score for Kleine Steilwand
6.1
Above AverageDecent conditions, proceed with caution.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Kleine Steilwand
Depth
14m
Visibility
7m
Experience Level
beginner
advanced
expert
Weather Conditions for Kleine Steilwand
Wave Height
1m
Wind Speed
10 m/s
Water Temp
18°C
Visibility
15km
Cloud Cover
57.5%
Wave Period
8s
Air Temperature
20°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Kleine Steilwand
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Dive Score Chart for Kleine Steilwand
Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 7.113333333333333/10. Water conditions: Waves 1m, Wind 10 m/s.Best night dive time: 0:00 with score 6.613333333333333/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Kleine Steilwand: 06:00
Sunset at Kleine Steilwand: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Kleine Steilwand 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: 7.1/10
Waves: 1m (8s), Wind: 10 m/s
Best Night
0:00Score: 6.6/10
Waves: 1m, Wind: 10 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Kleine SteilwandAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Kleine Steilwand
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 Kleine Steilwand
Winter
Avg. Score: 9.9/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Kleine Steilwand
January
Score: 10.0
February
Score: 9.9
December
Score: 9.9
Ideal Conditions for Kleine Steilwand
Water Temp
24.7°C / 76.5°F
June
Visibility
20.1m / 65.9ft
October
Wave Height
0.2m / 0.7ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Kleine Steilwand
Kleine Steilwand shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (24.7°C) and December the coldest (20.7°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 22, 2026
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