Plaun da Lej, Fiat
The entrance to this dive site is conveniently located via stairs directly from the parking lot. During the winter season, this lake provides excellent conditions for ice diving. However, when engaging in ice diving, it is crucial to be mindful of the thickness of the ice and the presence of old ice holes for your safety.
Once you're on the shore, you'll notice an abundance of sea grass in the first 5 meters. This creates an ideal habitat for young fish, making it a popular spot to observe them during the summer months. During the evening hours, you may also encounter trout, char, and other similar fish species.
This dive location boasts a visibility of 8 meters, allowing for clear underwater exploration. With a maximum depth of 18 meters, advanced divers will find this site challenging yet rewarding. Situated in Switzerland, specifically in the area of Capolago, Maloja, Bregaglia, Maloja, Grisons, this dive spot offers a beautiful underwater experience close to various nearby locations.
Once you're on the shore, you'll notice an abundance of sea grass in the first 5 meters. This creates an ideal habitat for young fish, making it a popular spot to observe them during the summer months. During the evening hours, you may also encounter trout, char, and other similar fish species.
This dive location boasts a visibility of 8 meters, allowing for clear underwater exploration. With a maximum depth of 18 meters, advanced divers will find this site challenging yet rewarding. Situated in Switzerland, specifically in the area of Capolago, Maloja, Bregaglia, Maloja, Grisons, this dive spot offers a beautiful underwater experience close to various nearby locations.
Diving Conditions Score for Plaun da Lej, Fiat
6.3
Above AverageDecent conditions, proceed with caution.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Plaun da Lej, Fiat
Depth
18m
Visibility
8m
Experience Level
advanced
Weather Conditions for Plaun da Lej, Fiat
Wave Height
1m
Wind Speed
11.1 m/s
Water Temp
18°C
Visibility
31.6km
Cloud Cover
0%
Wave Period
8s
Air Temperature
22°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Plaun da Lej, Fiat
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Dive Score Chart for Plaun da Lej, Fiat
Best time to dive: 10:00 with score 7.923333333333333/10. Water conditions: Waves 1m, Wind 2.7 m/s.Best night dive time: 19:00 with score 7.276933333333333/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Plaun da Lej, Fiat: 06:00
Sunset at Plaun da Lej, Fiat: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Plaun da Lej, Fiat 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
10:00Score: 7.9/10
Waves: 1m (8s), Wind: 2.7 m/s
Best Night
19:00Score: 7.3/10
Waves: 1m, Wind: 3.3 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Plaun da Lej, FiatAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Plaun da Lej, Fiat
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 Plaun da Lej, Fiat
Winter
Avg. Score: 9.2/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Plaun da Lej, Fiat
January
Score: 9.4
December
Score: 9.2
February
Score: 9.1
Ideal Conditions for Plaun da Lej, Fiat
Water Temp
14.0°C / 57.2°F
July
Visibility
19.3m / 63.3ft
November
Wave Height
0.2m / 0.7ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Plaun da Lej, Fiat
Plaun da Lej, Fiat shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (14.0°C) and January the coldest (-10.9°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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