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оз. Гиньково. каньон / Canyon of Ginkovo lake

Located just 2 kilometers from the village of Zamkhovo, Ginkovo Lake is a stunning glacial lake that offers a unique diving experience. The lake's center features water streams cascading down from the neighboring canyon, creating a mesmerizing underwater landscape.

While Ginkovo Lake primarily hosts shallow-water fish species, the true beauty lies in the breathtaking scenery that surrounds divers. To reach the lake, a short drive across the fields from Zamkhovo village leads to its steep banks, with an incline of approximately 50 degrees. Divers should be physically prepared for equipment descent and retrieval.

With a maximum depth of 18 meters and a visibility of 4 meters, Ginkovo Lake welcomes divers of all levels. Whether you're a beginner, advanced, or expert diver, this dive site in Belarus promises an unforgettable experience. Its close proximity to Гиньково (Сахновичи), Р45, Прозорокский сельский Совет, Hlybokaye District, Vitsebsk Region, Belarus makes it easily accessible for divers seeking adventure.

Diving Conditions Score for оз. Гиньково. каньон / Canyon of Ginkovo lake

6.3
Above Average

Decent conditions, proceed with caution.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.

Dive Site Overview for оз. Гиньково. каньон / Canyon of Ginkovo lake

Depth

18m

Visibility

4m

Experience Level

beginner
advanced
expert

Weather Conditions for оз. Гиньково. каньон / Canyon of Ginkovo lake

Wave Height

1m

Wind Speed

11.9 m/s

Water Temp

18°C

Visibility

22.98km

Cloud Cover

73%

Wave Period

8s

Air Temperature

20.9°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for оз. Гиньково. каньон / Canyon of Ginkovo lake
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Dive Score Chart for оз. Гиньково. каньон / Canyon of Ginkovo lake

Best time to dive: 12:00 with score 7.193333333333333/10. Water conditions: Waves 1m, Wind 18 m/s.Best night dive time: 21:00 with score 7.330633333333333/10.

Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.

Sunrise at оз. Гиньково. каньон / Canyon of Ginkovo lake: 06:00
Sunset at оз. Гиньково. каньон / Canyon of Ginkovo lake: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at оз. Гиньково. каньон / Canyon of Ginkovo lake 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.

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Best Overall
21:00

Score: 7.3/10
Waves: 1m (8s), Wind: 3.6 m/s

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Safest Overall
6:00

Score: 7.1/10
Waves: 1m (8s), Wind: 10.4 m/s

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Best Day
12:00

Score: 7.2/10
Waves: 1m, Wind: 18 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for оз. Гиньково. каньон / Canyon of Ginkovo lake
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at оз. Гиньково. каньон / Canyon of Ginkovo lake

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 оз. Гиньково. каньон / Canyon of Ginkovo lake

Winter

Avg. Score: 8.3/10

Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.

Best Months for оз. Гиньково. каньон / Canyon of Ginkovo lake

December
Score: 8.4
January
Score: 8.3
February
Score: 8.1

Ideal Conditions for оз. Гиньково. каньон / Canyon of Ginkovo lake

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

19.1°C / 66.4°F

August

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

15.7m / 51.5ft

November

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

0.9m / 3.0ft

March

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for оз. Гиньково. каньон / Canyon of Ginkovo lake

оз. Гиньково. каньон / Canyon of Ginkovo lake shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with August being the warmest month (19.1°C) and December the coldest (-7.9°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in March with average wave heights of 0.9m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in March 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 March to May, 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.

Scoring Legend:
9-10 (Excellent)
7-8 (Good)
5-6 (Average)
3-4 (Poor)
1-2 (Dangerous)

Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 22, 2026

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