Мраморный карьер/Marble Quarry
Located in a former marble quarry, this fresh water artificial dive site played an important role in building many of the magnificent palaces in St. Petersburg. The stone walls of the quarry provide an interesting diving environment, although the flora and fauna are relatively scarce.
With a visibility of 6m and a maximum depth of 13m, our dive site offers an exciting underwater experience. So, whether you're a beginner looking for new challenges or an expert diver seeking thrills, our site has something for everyone.
Make sure to visit us during your trip to Russia. We are conveniently close to Горный парк Рускеала, Набережная улица, Рускеала, Кааламское сельское поселение, Sortavala Urban Okrug, Republic of Karelia, Northwestern Federal District, 186759, Russia.
Experience the beauty and excitement of diving in our remarkable dive site. Book your dive with us today and prepare for an unforgettable underwater adventure!
Diving Conditions Score for Мраморный карьер/Marble Quarry
Average conditions, be alert.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Мраморный карьер/Marble Quarry
Depth
13m
Visibility
6m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for Мраморный карьер/Marble Quarry
Wave Height
1m
Wind Speed
6.5 m/s
Water Temp
18°C
Visibility
53.12km
Cloud Cover
35%
Wave Period
8s
Air Temperature
14.4°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Dive Score Chart for Мраморный карьер/Marble Quarry
Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 7.0797333333333325/10. Water conditions: Waves 1m, Wind 8.3 m/s.Best night dive time: 0:00 with score 7.161833333333333/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at Мраморный карьер/Marble Quarry 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: 7.2/10
Waves: 1m (8s), Wind: 2.2 m/s
Score: 7.1/10
Waves: 1m (8s), Wind: 8.3 m/s
Score: 7.1/10
Waves: 1m, Wind: 8.3 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Мраморный карьер/Marble QuarryAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Мраморный карьер/Marble Quarry
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 Мраморный карьер/Marble Quarry
Winter
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Мраморный карьер/Marble Quarry
Ideal Conditions for Мраморный карьер/Marble Quarry
Water Temp
17.7°C / 63.9°F
July
Visibility
18.4m / 60.4ft
November
Wave Height
0.3m / 1.0ft
December
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Мраморный карьер/Marble Quarry
Мраморный карьер/Marble Quarry shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (17.7°C) and January the coldest (-10.9°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.
Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 22, 2026