Riedsort
At this dive site near Riedsort, divers have the opportunity to observe various freshwater fish, including perch, pike, and truffles, depending on the season and a bit of luck.
Riedsort offers two entrances and exits for divers. The left entrance, towards Vitznau, can be accessed via a staircase and is suitable for training purposes. Alongside beautiful rock formations and seagrass meadows, this area accommodates divers of varying skill levels. However, the right entrance, towards Weggis, is recommended exclusively for experienced divers. With a staircase leading to a steeply sloping terrain, this area provides an exhilarating dive experience. Typically, divers turn right after approximately 10-15 minutes, where they'll encounter a strikingly vertical tree embedded within the rugged wall.
Located in Switzerland, specifically in the Gebiet Riedsort, Riedsort, Weggis, Lucerne, 6353, this dive site is frequented by recreational athletes. Please adhere to the designated rules of conduct, which are clearly indicated at the entry and exit points for divers.
Maximizing visibility of up to 7 meters and offering a maximum depth of 24 meters, this dive site is best suited for advanced divers seeking an unforgettable underwater adventure.
Diving Conditions Score for Riedsort
Good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Riedsort
Depth
24m
Visibility
7m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for Riedsort
Wave Height
1m
Wind Speed
1 m/s
Water Temp
18°C
Visibility
43.88km
Cloud Cover
0%
Wave Period
8s
Air Temperature
25.5°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Dive Score Chart for Riedsort
Best time to dive: 9:00 with score 8.573333333333334/10. Water conditions: Waves 1m, Wind 1.8 m/s.Best night dive time: 22:00 with score 8.107433333333335/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at Riedsort 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: 8.6/10
Waves: 1m (8s), Wind: 1.8 m/s
Score: 8.5/10
Waves: 1m (8s), Wind: 1.3 m/s
Score: 8.1/10
Waves: 1m, Wind: 1 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for RiedsortAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Riedsort
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 Riedsort
Winter
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Riedsort
Ideal Conditions for Riedsort
Water Temp
24.7°C / 76.5°F
June
Visibility
20.1m / 65.9ft
October
Wave Height
0.2m / 0.7ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Riedsort
Riedsort shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (24.7°C) and December the coldest (20.7°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