Plura Cave
To access the cave's infrastructure and parking facilities, a fee of 500kr/day is required. However, the unparalleled diving opportunities and breathtaking scenery make it a worthwhile investment. With visibility ranging from 8 to 100 meters and an average visibility of 30 meters, Plura provides excellent conditions for underwater exploration.
Within the depths of the cave, you'll encounter various freshwater fish species, including Arctic char and trout. Even frogs have been spotted venturing as far as 500 meters into the heart of the mountain, adding to the allure of this exceptional dive site.
For those looking to elevate their diving skills, Plura offers onsite instructors who can guide you to the next level. The diving centre features a filling station equipped for both OC (Open Circuit) and CCR (Closed Circuit Rebreather) divers, ensuring a seamless and safe diving experience. Additionally, rental gear is available for convenience.
Accommodations located a mere 500 meters from the cave provide comfortable lodging options with private bathrooms and toilets. If you're seeking a communal space, a common room complete with a shared kitchen, TV, and an extensive collection of dive literature, maps, and magazines awaits your enjoyment. Furthermore, a drying room and storage facilities are available to keep your equipment in optimal condition.
Plura's captivating underwater landscape, coupled with its convenient location on Plurdalsveien, Rana, Nordland, Norway, sets the stage for an extraordinary diving adventure. Suitable for advanced and expert divers, this enchanting dive site in Norway is sure to leave a lasting impression on all who venture below the surface.
Diving Conditions Score for Plura Cave
Challenging conditions, for experienced divers only.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Plura Cave
Depth
24m
Visibility
33m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for Plura Cave
Wave Height
1m
Wind Speed
10.1 m/s
Water Temp
18°C
Visibility
1.28km
Cloud Cover
100%
Wave Period
8s
Air Temperature
11.3°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Dive Score Chart for Plura Cave
Best time to dive: 8:00 with score 6.733333333333333/10. Water conditions: Waves 1m, Wind 6.5 m/s.Best night dive time: 21:00 with score 6.345133333333334/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at Plura Cave 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.
Score: 6.7/10
Waves: 1m (8s), Wind: 6.5 m/s
Score: 6.3/10
Waves: 1m, Wind: 5.4 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Plura CaveAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Plura Cave
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 Plura Cave
Winter
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Plura Cave
Ideal Conditions for Plura Cave
Water Temp
11.3°C / 52.3°F
July
Visibility
17.4m / 57.1ft
December
Wave Height
0.2m / 0.7ft
December
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Plura Cave
Plura Cave shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (11.3°C) and December the coldest (-10.6°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in December with average wave heights of 0.2m 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). November 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