Längenschachen
Welcome to our dive site in Switzerland, the ideal location for beginners and returning divers. With easy entry and exit points, as well as convenient parking spaces, this dive site offers a seamless and enjoyable diving experience. During the summer months, we also welcome bathers, so let's ensure mutual respect and consideration for everyone's enjoyment.
The dive site features a slightly sloping terrain, from stony to muddy, providing divers with a varied underwater landscape to explore. While the presence of fish can vary, you may encounter a diverse range of marine life. Additionally, sea grass can be found up to approximately 5m in depth, adding to the beauty of the site.
With a visibility of 5m and a maximum depth of 16m, this dive site offers suitable conditions for beginner divers. Whether you are just starting your diving journey or looking to refresh your skills, our site provides a safe and exciting environment.
Located in the stunning region of Oberhofen am Thunersee, this dive site offers a unique and memorable experience in the heart of Switzerland. Come and explore the underwater wonders of this captivating location.
Please note that this is a brief summary, and additional details are available on our divechamp.com website. Dive in and discover the beauty of our dive site in Switzerland.
The dive site features a slightly sloping terrain, from stony to muddy, providing divers with a varied underwater landscape to explore. While the presence of fish can vary, you may encounter a diverse range of marine life. Additionally, sea grass can be found up to approximately 5m in depth, adding to the beauty of the site.
With a visibility of 5m and a maximum depth of 16m, this dive site offers suitable conditions for beginner divers. Whether you are just starting your diving journey or looking to refresh your skills, our site provides a safe and exciting environment.
Located in the stunning region of Oberhofen am Thunersee, this dive site offers a unique and memorable experience in the heart of Switzerland. Come and explore the underwater wonders of this captivating location.
Please note that this is a brief summary, and additional details are available on our divechamp.com website. Dive in and discover the beauty of our dive site in Switzerland.
Diving Conditions Score for Längenschachen
6.6
Above AverageDecent conditions, proceed with caution.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Längenschachen
Depth
16m
Visibility
5m
Experience Level
beginner
Weather Conditions for Längenschachen
Wave Height
1m
Wind Speed
6.1 m/s
Water Temp
18°C
Visibility
37.8km
Cloud Cover
0%
Wave Period
8s
Air Temperature
21.2°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Längenschachen
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Dive Score Chart for Längenschachen
Best time to dive: 9:00 with score 8.093333333333334/10. Water conditions: Waves 1m, Wind 2.2 m/s.Best night dive time: 4:00 with score 7.403333333333333/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Längenschachen: 06:00
Sunset at Längenschachen: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Längenschachen 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
9:00Score: 8.1/10
Waves: 1m (8s), Wind: 2.2 m/s
Best Night
4:00Score: 7.4/10
Waves: 1m, Wind: 4.1 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for LängenschachenAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Längenschachen
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 Längenschachen
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 Längenschachen
January
Score: 10.0
February
Score: 9.9
December
Score: 9.9
Ideal Conditions for Längenschachen
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 Längenschachen
Längenschachen 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 21, 2026
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