Ormestad
Located deep within Gullmarsfjorden in Sweden, Ormestad is a captivating dive site that offers a unique underwater experience. While there are no toilet facilities available, a small fee is required to access the site and parking area. This fee is paid to a local farmer who will also provide you with a code to unlock the road barrier. Please note that parking spaces are limited, so it's advisable to plan accordingly.
Diving in Ormestad presents a diverse range of marine life to discover. Keep an eye out for fascinating creatures such as lobsters, fussy sea cucumbers, and cod fishes. If you're visiting during the winter, you may even have the chance to encounter deep-sea king crabs.
With a visibility of 8m and a maximum depth of 30m, Ormestad is suitable for divers of all levels, including beginners, advanced divers, and experts. This makes it an ideal destination for those looking to explore the underwater wonders of Sweden.
For those planning a visit, the dive site is conveniently located near Hagarna, Uddevalla kommun, Västra Götaland County, Sweden. The precise address is 451 97, Sweden. Take advantage of this remarkable opportunity to immerse yourself in the enchanting world beneath the surface at Ormestad.
Diving in Ormestad presents a diverse range of marine life to discover. Keep an eye out for fascinating creatures such as lobsters, fussy sea cucumbers, and cod fishes. If you're visiting during the winter, you may even have the chance to encounter deep-sea king crabs.
With a visibility of 8m and a maximum depth of 30m, Ormestad is suitable for divers of all levels, including beginners, advanced divers, and experts. This makes it an ideal destination for those looking to explore the underwater wonders of Sweden.
For those planning a visit, the dive site is conveniently located near Hagarna, Uddevalla kommun, Västra Götaland County, Sweden. The precise address is 451 97, Sweden. Take advantage of this remarkable opportunity to immerse yourself in the enchanting world beneath the surface at Ormestad.
Diving Conditions Score for Ormestad
5.3
AverageAverage conditions, be alert.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Ormestad
Depth
30m
Visibility
8m
Experience Level
beginner
advanced
expert
Weather Conditions for Ormestad
Wave Height
1m
Wind Speed
8.3 m/s
Water Temp
17.7°C
Visibility
39.16km
Cloud Cover
12%
Wave Period
8s
Air Temperature
12.9°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Ormestad
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Dive Score Chart for Ormestad
Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 7.2273000000000005/10. Water conditions: Waves 1m, Wind 6.1 m/s.Best night dive time: 0:00 with score 7.085866666666667/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Ormestad: 06:00
Sunset at Ormestad: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Ormestad 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
6:00Score: 7.2/10
Waves: 1m (8s), Wind: 6.1 m/s
Best Night
0:00Score: 7.1/10
Waves: 1m, Wind: 2.9 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for OrmestadAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Ormestad
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 Ormestad
Winter
Avg. Score: 8.5/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Ormestad
December
Score: 8.8
January
Score: 8.7
March
Score: 8.2
Ideal Conditions for Ormestad
Water Temp
16.9°C / 62.4°F
July
Visibility
17.5m / 57.4ft
December
Wave Height
0.4m / 1.3ft
December
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Ormestad
Ormestad shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (16.9°C) and December the coldest (-5.4°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in December with average wave heights of 0.4m 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 16, 2026
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