Lilla Knappan
The dive begins in a canyon at a depth ranging from 5 to 25 meters, with a northward direction. As you venture further out, you'll encounter magnificent boulders. Following the wall on the right side will allow you to gradually ascend and complete your safety stop at a depth of 5 meters.
This underwater site in Sweden's Västra Götaland County offers a diverse marine life. Prepare to spot nudibranches, lobsters, edible crabs, blåstak, cod, and various species of regular fish. Additionally, you'll be amazed by the array of sea weed present in the area.
With a visibility of 11 meters and a maximum depth of 24 meters, this dive site is recommended for advanced divers. Located in Väderöarnas naturreservat, Tanums kommun, it is easily accessible for divers in the area. Come and explore the breathtaking underwater wonders of this Swedish dive site.
This underwater site in Sweden's Västra Götaland County offers a diverse marine life. Prepare to spot nudibranches, lobsters, edible crabs, blåstak, cod, and various species of regular fish. Additionally, you'll be amazed by the array of sea weed present in the area.
With a visibility of 11 meters and a maximum depth of 24 meters, this dive site is recommended for advanced divers. Located in Väderöarnas naturreservat, Tanums kommun, it is easily accessible for divers in the area. Come and explore the breathtaking underwater wonders of this Swedish dive site.
Diving Conditions Score for Lilla Knappan
5
AverageAverage conditions, be alert.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Lilla Knappan
Depth
24m
Visibility
11m
Experience Level
advanced
Weather Conditions for Lilla Knappan
Wave Height
0.82m
Wind Speed
34.6 m/s
Water Temp
16.1°C
Visibility
39.98km
Cloud Cover
3%
Wave Period
3.75s
Air Temperature
16.3°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Lilla Knappan
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Dive Score Chart for Lilla Knappan
Best time to dive: 12:00 with score 6.3999999999999995/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.64m, Wind 22.7 m/s.Best night dive time: 2:00 with score 5.8873999999999995/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Lilla Knappan: 06:00
Sunset at Lilla Knappan: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Lilla Knappan 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
12:00Score: 6.4/10
Waves: 0.64m (3.85s), Wind: 22.7 m/s
Best Night
2:00Score: 5.9/10
Waves: 0.92m, Wind: 28.4 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Lilla KnappanAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Lilla Knappan
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 Lilla Knappan
Winter
Avg. Score: 8.2/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Lilla Knappan
December
Score: 8.6
January
Score: 8.3
March
Score: 8.0
Ideal Conditions for Lilla Knappan
Water Temp
16.9°C / 62.4°F
July
Visibility
16.5m / 54.1ft
December
Wave Height
0.6m / 2.0ft
December
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Lilla Knappan
Lilla Knappan shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (16.9°C) and December the coldest (-4.8°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in December with average wave heights of 0.6m 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.
Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 21, 2026
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