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Plittersdorf Deglersee

There are two entrances in the form of a small slipway that provide easy entry and exit for divers. These entrances merge into a gravel pile, ensuring a smooth transition into the water. It is recommended for divers to descend quickly to a depth of 5 meters, as the edge areas of the lake serve as a sanctuary for various fish species and water birds.

Freshwater sponges can be observed year-round, offering divers an exciting subject for underwater photography. Alongside catfish, pike, perch, and crayfish, these sponges contribute to the diverse aquatic life at this dive site.

The lake reaches its deepest point at approximately 24 meters, featuring a muddy bottom. Divers can explore the truck driver's house, which is a popular spot for catfish sightings. Beginners can practice diving skills around the platform at depths of 6 and 9 meters, while rebreather divers can fully enjoy the diving experience at Deglersee. Plittersdorf offers a multitude of "places of interest" for divers to explore, making it an ideal location for underwater adventures. Additionally, night dives are occasionally organized on Saturdays during the summer season.

This dive site in Germany, located at Dorfstraße, Ottersdorf, Rastatt, Vereinbarte Verwaltungsgemeinschaft Rastatt, Landkreis Rastatt, Baden-Württemberg, 76437, offers a maximum depth of 13 meters and a visibility of approximately 5 meters. It is suitable for divers of all levels, including beginners.

Diving Conditions Score for Plittersdorf Deglersee

5.6
Average

Average conditions, be alert.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.

Dive Site Overview for Plittersdorf Deglersee

Depth

13m

Visibility

5m

Experience Level

beginner

Weather Conditions for Plittersdorf Deglersee

Wave Height

1m

Wind Speed

7.9 m/s

Water Temp

18°C

Visibility

32.38km

Cloud Cover

45%

Wave Period

8s

Air Temperature

35.9°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Plittersdorf Deglersee
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Dive Score Chart for Plittersdorf Deglersee

Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 7.6910333333333325/10. Water conditions: Waves 1m, Wind 1.8 m/s.Best night dive time: 4:00 with score 7.1906333333333325/10.

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

Sunrise at Plittersdorf Deglersee: 06:00
Sunset at Plittersdorf Deglersee: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Plittersdorf Deglersee 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
6:00

Score: 7.7/10
Waves: 1m (8s), Wind: 1.8 m/s

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Best Night
4:00

Score: 7.2/10
Waves: 1m, Wind: 2.2 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Plittersdorf Deglersee
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Plittersdorf Deglersee

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 Plittersdorf Deglersee

Winter

Avg. Score: 10.0/10

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

Best Months for Plittersdorf Deglersee

January
Score: 10.0
February
Score: 10.0
December
Score: 9.9

Ideal Conditions for Plittersdorf Deglersee

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

24.9°C / 76.8°F

June

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

20.1m / 65.9ft

October

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

0.2m / 0.7ft

January

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for Plittersdorf Deglersee

Plittersdorf Deglersee shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (24.9°C) and December the coldest (20.9°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.

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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