Manganese Quarry/Марганец
Former Manganese Quarry | Freshwater Dive Site | 30m Max Depth | 15m Visibility | Novosibirsk, Russia
Discover the submerged remains of a former manganese quarry, now transformed into an extraordinary freshwater dive site. With a maximum depth of 30 meters and excellent visibility of up to 15 meters, this location offers a captivating underwater experience. Situated approximately 180 km (100 miles) west of Novosibirsk, it is easily accessible to divers in the surrounding area.
Diverse marine life thrives in this site, showcasing the fascinating wildlife of the region. Delight in encounters with Perk, Roach, Burbot, various species of seaweed, and other endemic life forms. Whether you are a beginner or an advanced diver, the quarry holds an allure for divers of all levels.
Located in the Kemerovo Oblast–Kuzbass region of the Siberian Federal District, Russia, this dive site merges stunning surroundings with extraordinary underwater exploration.
Discover the submerged remains of a former manganese quarry, now transformed into an extraordinary freshwater dive site. With a maximum depth of 30 meters and excellent visibility of up to 15 meters, this location offers a captivating underwater experience. Situated approximately 180 km (100 miles) west of Novosibirsk, it is easily accessible to divers in the surrounding area.
Diverse marine life thrives in this site, showcasing the fascinating wildlife of the region. Delight in encounters with Perk, Roach, Burbot, various species of seaweed, and other endemic life forms. Whether you are a beginner or an advanced diver, the quarry holds an allure for divers of all levels.
Located in the Kemerovo Oblast–Kuzbass region of the Siberian Federal District, Russia, this dive site merges stunning surroundings with extraordinary underwater exploration.
Diving Conditions Score for Manganese Quarry/Марганец
6.1
Above AverageDecent conditions, proceed with caution.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Manganese Quarry/Марганец
Depth
32m
Experience Level
beginner
advanced
Weather Conditions for Manganese Quarry/Марганец
Wave Height
1m
Wind Speed
6.7 m/s
Water Temp
18°C
Visibility
46.84km
Cloud Cover
0%
Wave Period
8s
Air Temperature
18.1°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Manganese Quarry/Марганец
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Dive Score Chart for Manganese Quarry/Марганец
Best time to dive: 17:00 with score 7.275233333333333/10. Water conditions: Waves 1m, Wind 8.3 m/s.Best night dive time: 21:00 with score 7.232633333333333/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Manganese Quarry/Марганец: 06:00
Sunset at Manganese Quarry/Марганец: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Manganese Quarry/Марганец 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
17:00Score: 7.3/10
Waves: 1m (8s), Wind: 8.3 m/s
Best Night
21:00Score: 7.2/10
Waves: 1m, Wind: 3.6 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Manganese Quarry/МарганецAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Manganese Quarry/Марганец
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 Manganese Quarry/Марганец
Winter
Avg. Score: 8.9/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Manganese Quarry/Марганец
January
Score: 9.3
December
Score: 8.7
February
Score: 8.6
Ideal Conditions for Manganese Quarry/Марганец
Water Temp
17.9°C / 64.2°F
July
Visibility
18.5m / 60.7ft
January
Wave Height
0.2m / 0.7ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Manganese Quarry/Марганец
Manganese Quarry/Марганец shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (17.9°C) and December the coldest (-20.0°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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