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Levensstrijd

Levensstrijd (Life Struggle) is an excellent dive site in the water located in the Netherlands. As a relatively shallow dive site with a maximum depth of 7m, it offers a perfect opportunity to explore the underwater world without going too deep. This site is a hidden gem, as it tends to be less crowded compared to its neighboring dive sites.

Diving at Levensstrijd allows you to navigate through a combination of rocky areas along the dike and a sandy bottom with patches of harder substrate. The blocks in this area are densely overgrown, providing a vibrant ecosystem for marine life. During the summer months, divers are likely to encounter sepias and squid, making for exciting wildlife sightings.

This dive site is ideal for light drift dives, particularly after the turn of high tide. With a visibility of 3m, the underwater landscape of Levensstrijd can be fully appreciated. To access the water, you can conveniently make your way from the parking lot via the stairs or take a leisurely walk along the dike before embarking on a drift dive. The sandy bottom, coupled with the presence of the Zeeland Bridge nearby, serves as a spawning ground for various fish species. This unique feature makes Levensstrijd an excellent spot to witness newborn fish during your dive.

Given its simplicity and lack of crowds, Levensstrijd is suitable for divers of advanced skill levels. Whether you prefer exploring the rock formations or immersing yourself in the sandy bottom, this dive site offers a diverse and fascinating underwater experience. So, if you're seeking an uncrowded and captivating dive site in the Netherlands, Levensstrijd is the perfect choice for your underwater adventure.

Diving Conditions Score for Levensstrijd

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 Levensstrijd

Depth

7m

Visibility

3m

Experience Level

advanced

Weather Conditions for Levensstrijd

Wave Height

1.26m

Wind Speed

30.6 m/s

Water Temp

21.9°C

Visibility

50km

Cloud Cover

46%

Wave Period

4.45s

Air Temperature

19°C

Precipitation

0 mm

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

Best time to dive: 15:00 with score 6.779999999999999/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.92m, Wind 15.5 m/s.Best night dive time: 21:00 with score 6.873333333333333/10.

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

Sunrise at Levensstrijd: 06:00
Sunset at Levensstrijd: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Levensstrijd 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
21:00

Score: 6.9/10
Waves: 0.78m (4.9s), Wind: 5 m/s

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Safest Overall
15:00

Score: 6.8/10
Waves: 0.92m (4.55s), Wind: 15.5 m/s

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Best Day
15:00

Score: 6.8/10
Waves: 0.92m, Wind: 15.5 m/s

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

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 Levensstrijd

Winter

Avg. Score: 8.0/10

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

Best Months for Levensstrijd

January
Score: 8.2
December
Score: 8.1
February
Score: 7.8

Ideal Conditions for Levensstrijd

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

19.5°C / 67.1°F

August

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

13.8m / 45.3ft

March

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

1.2m / 3.9ft

March

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for Levensstrijd

Levensstrijd shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with August being the warmest month (19.5°C) and December the coldest (0.8°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in March with average wave heights of 1.2m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in March 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 March to May, 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 2, 2026

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