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Långban Gruva

Experience the Best of Mine Diving at Långban Dive Site! This exclusive diving opportunity is brought to you by Långbans Dyksällskap, the official organizers of this unique underwater adventure. To secure your spot, make sure to book through them. Dive into the fascinating depths of this historic mine, which operated until 1972 and offers a wealth of captivating sights.

Please note that the mine does not harbor any wildlife. Instead, it is filled with a combination of groundwater that has risen to the surface and rainwater. Immerse yourself in the rich history of mining in Långban, which dates back to the 16th century. Since 1711, a variety of minerals have been extracted here, creating a legacy that prevailed until the mine's closure in 1972. To explore this captivating underwater world, membership in Långbans Dyksällskap is mandatory.

Dive into crystal-clear waters with exceptional visibility reaching up to 14m. Prepare for an exhilarating descent into the depths, as the maximum depth of this dive site reaches 31m. Given the complexity and depth of the mine, this dive is only recommended for expert divers.

Långban Dive Site is located in the beautiful municipality of Filipstads in Värmland County, Sweden. Discover the underwater wonders of this extraordinary site and indulge in an unforgettable diving experience. Don't miss out on this remarkable opportunity to explore the hidden treasures that lie beneath the surface of Långban!

Diving Conditions Score for Långban Gruva

5.6
Average

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

Dive Site Overview for Långban Gruva

Depth

31m

Visibility

14m

Experience Level

expert

Weather Conditions for Långban Gruva

Wave Height

1m

Wind Speed

6.5 m/s

Water Temp

18°C

Visibility

59.72km

Cloud Cover

59%

Wave Period

8s

Air Temperature

12.2°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Långban Gruva
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Dive Score Chart for Långban Gruva

Best time to dive: 8:00 with score 7.404633333333333/10. Water conditions: Waves 1m, Wind 4.7 m/s.Best night dive time: 5:00 with score 6.8377333333333326/10.

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

Sunrise at Långban Gruva: 06:00
Sunset at Långban Gruva: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Långban Gruva 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
8:00

Score: 7.4/10
Waves: 1m (8s), Wind: 4.7 m/s

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Safest Overall
7:00

Score: 7.4/10
Waves: 1m (8s), Wind: 4.7 m/s

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Best Night
5:00

Score: 6.8/10
Waves: 1m, Wind: 5 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Långban Gruva
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Långban Gruva

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 Långban Gruva

Winter

Avg. Score: 8.8/10

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

Best Months for Långban Gruva

December
Score: 9.0
January
Score: 8.9
February
Score: 8.4

Ideal Conditions for Långban Gruva

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

15.7°C / 60.3°F

June

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

18.6m / 61.0ft

December

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

0.3m / 1.0ft

December

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for Långban Gruva

Långban Gruva shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (15.7°C) and December the coldest (-8.8°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 - Jun 23, 2026

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