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Klingesee

Welcome to our stunning dive site in Germany! This picturesque lake boasts a captivating underwater world, filled with a diverse array of marine life and extraordinary aquatic flora. With excellent water quality and a maximum depth of 9 meters, this dive spot offers an ideal setting for divers of all levels.

Exploring the depths of this enchanting lake, you'll encounter a wide variety of fascinating creatures, including crayfish, mussels, freshwater sponges, aquatic isopods, carp, pike, and perch. The underwater landscape is adorned with peculiar plants, adding to the allure of this underwater paradise.

The history of this site dates back to gravel mining during the ancient period known as Ur-Gera, approximately 18,000 years ago. Over time, the river sought a new course, leaving behind a quarry that eventually filled with groundwater. Today, the lake is utilized for recreational purposes and is available for diving activities with the appropriate permissions from the local dive center.

The water in this lake is calm and offers an easy dive experience, with no current to contend with. The visibility typically extends up to 4 meters, allowing for a clear view of the remarkable underwater surroundings. It is important to exercise caution when entering the water due to the gradually sloping bottom. We recommend putting on your fins once you are in the water to ensure a safer dive.

Located at Luthersteinweg, Stotternheim, Erfurt, Thuringia, 99095, Germany, this dive site is easily accessible. Whether you are a beginner or an advanced diver, you'll find this idyllic lake an irresistible destination for your next underwater adventure.

Discover the wonders that lie beneath the surface of this extraordinary dive site and embark on an unforgettable diving experience in the heart of Germany.

Diving Conditions Score for Klingesee

6.7
Above Average

Decent conditions, proceed with caution.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.

Dive Site Overview for Klingesee

Depth

7m

Visibility

4m

Experience Level

beginner
advanced

Weather Conditions for Klingesee

Wave Height

1m

Wind Speed

3.5 m/s

Water Temp

18°C

Visibility

18.18km

Cloud Cover

42%

Wave Period

8s

Air Temperature

20.9°C

Precipitation

0 mm

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

Best time to dive: 7:00 with score 7.986933333333333/10. Water conditions: Waves 1m, Wind 2.8 m/s.Best night dive time: 2:00 with score 7.523333333333333/10.

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

Sunrise at Klingesee: 06:00
Sunset at Klingesee: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Klingesee 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
7:00

Score: 8.0/10
Waves: 1m (8s), Wind: 2.8 m/s

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Best Night
2:00

Score: 7.5/10
Waves: 1m, Wind: 2.4 m/s

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

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 Klingesee

Winter

Avg. Score: 8.3/10

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

Best Months for Klingesee

December
Score: 8.6
January
Score: 8.4
March
Score: 8.0

Ideal Conditions for Klingesee

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

20.0°C / 68.0°F

August

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

16.3m / 53.5ft

December

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

0.7m / 2.3ft

December

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for Klingesee

Klingesee shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with August being the warmest month (20.0°C) and December the coldest (-2.0°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in December with average wave heights of 0.7m 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 - Jun 17, 2026

Note: This dive site is not a verified dive site. Please dive with caution. This dive site might have incorrect information by the community.

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