Plaun da Lej, Murtaröl
During autumn, divers at this Swiss dive site can expect great visibility and an impressive underwater world. In the winter, the site is particularly suitable for ice diving. The Silsersee is located at an elevation of 1,797 meters above sea level, offering a unique diving experience. Access to the dive site is convenient as it is directly at the parking lot, with entrance via stairs located at the end of the parking area.
Divers exploring the Silsersee can encounter a variety of fish species including brook and lake trout, char, grayling, rudd, roach, minnow, and tench. At a depth of 6-7 meters, divers can also discover a unique underwater feature known as the "perde coach". With a maximum depth of 11 meters, this dive site caters to both beginners and advanced divers.
For those planning a dive excursion, the close proximity of Plaun da Lej, Sils im Engadin/Segl, Maloja, Grisons, 7414-15, Switzerland makes this dive site easily accessible. Come and explore the wonders of the Silsersee, surrounded by the stunning Swiss landscape.
Divers exploring the Silsersee can encounter a variety of fish species including brook and lake trout, char, grayling, rudd, roach, minnow, and tench. At a depth of 6-7 meters, divers can also discover a unique underwater feature known as the "perde coach". With a maximum depth of 11 meters, this dive site caters to both beginners and advanced divers.
For those planning a dive excursion, the close proximity of Plaun da Lej, Sils im Engadin/Segl, Maloja, Grisons, 7414-15, Switzerland makes this dive site easily accessible. Come and explore the wonders of the Silsersee, surrounded by the stunning Swiss landscape.
Diving Conditions Score for Plaun da Lej, Murtaröl
5.9
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The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Plaun da Lej, Murtaröl
Depth
11m
Visibility
6m
Experience Level
beginner
advanced
Weather Conditions for Plaun da Lej, Murtaröl
Wave Height
1m
Wind Speed
4.3 m/s
Water Temp
18°C
Visibility
38.14km
Cloud Cover
48%
Wave Period
8s
Air Temperature
13.4°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Plaun da Lej, Murtaröl
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Dive Score Chart for Plaun da Lej, Murtaröl
Best time to dive: 10:00 with score 7.703333333333333/10. Water conditions: Waves 1m, Wind 3.3 m/s.Best night dive time: 18:00 with score 7.324533333333334/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Plaun da Lej, Murtaröl: 06:00
Sunset at Plaun da Lej, Murtaröl: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Plaun da Lej, Murtaröl 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: 7.7/10
Waves: 1m (8s), Wind: 3.3 m/s
Safest Overall
11:00Score: 7.7/10
Waves: 1m (8s), Wind: 3.1 m/s
Best Night
18:00Score: 7.3/10
Waves: 1m, Wind: 1.8 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Plaun da Lej, MurtarölAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Plaun da Lej, Murtaröl
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, Murtaröl
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, Murtaröl
January
Score: 9.4
December
Score: 9.2
February
Score: 9.1
Ideal Conditions for Plaun da Lej, Murtaröl
Water Temp
14.2°C / 57.6°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, Murtaröl
Plaun da Lej, Murtaröl shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (14.2°C) and January the coldest (-10.8°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 20, 2026
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