Levensstrijd
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
Good diving conditions!
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
Weather Conditions for Levensstrijd
Wave Height
0.6m
Wind Speed
10 m/s
Water Temp
20°C
Visibility
15km
Cloud Cover
57.5%
Wave Period
3.9s
Air Temperature
20°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Dive Score Chart for Levensstrijd
Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 8.206666666666667/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.6m, Wind 10 m/s.Best night dive time: 0:00 with score 7.706666666666667/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
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.
Score: 8.2/10
Waves: 0.6m (8s), Wind: 10 m/s
Score: 7.7/10
Waves: 0.6m, Wind: 10 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for LevensstrijdAlpha
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
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Levensstrijd
Ideal Conditions for Levensstrijd
Water Temp
25.2°C / 77.4°F
June
Visibility
20.1m / 65.9ft
October
Wave Height
0.2m / 0.7ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Levensstrijd
Levensstrijd shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (25.2°C) and December the coldest (21.2°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