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Sonnstein

Welcome to DiveChamp.com, your ultimate destination for deep diving experiences. Join us on this thrilling dive at a depth of over 80m, where you'll encounter a steep face that extends from the small Sonnsteins. This dive site boasts stunning overhangs and small grottos, making it a captivating exploration for safe and experienced divers.

While the wall may not teem with a variety of fish, it offers a unique opportunity to observe mesmerizing mussels and sponges in their natural habitat. Prepare to be awe-inspired by the remarkable underwater ecosystem that awaits.

With a visibility of 11m and a maximum depth of 30m, this dive site is suitable for advanced divers seeking a new challenge. Located in Siegesbach, Traunkirchen, Bezirk Gmunden, Upper Austria, 4801, Austria, this dive site offers not only an unforgettable underwater adventure but also the chance to explore the picturesque surroundings of Austria.

DiveChamp.com invites you to embark on this extraordinary dive and experience the wonders of the underwater world like never before. Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity for exploration and discovery. Book your dive today!

Diving Conditions Score for Sonnstein

6.9
Above Average

Decent conditions, proceed with caution.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.

Dive Site Overview for Sonnstein

Depth

30m

Visibility

11m

Experience Level

advanced

Weather Conditions for Sonnstein

Wave Height

1m

Wind Speed

3.1 m/s

Water Temp

18°C

Visibility

47.12km

Cloud Cover

84%

Wave Period

8s

Air Temperature

20.2°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Sonnstein
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Dive Score Chart for Sonnstein

Best time to dive: 14:00 with score 7.623333333333333/10. Water conditions: Waves 1m, Wind 7 m/s.Best night dive time: 5:00 with score 7.516933333333333/10.

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

Sunrise at Sonnstein: 06:00
Sunset at Sonnstein: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Sonnstein 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
14:00

Score: 7.6/10
Waves: 1m (8s), Wind: 7 m/s

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Best Night
5:00

Score: 7.5/10
Waves: 1m, Wind: 3.1 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Sonnstein
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Sonnstein

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 Sonnstein

Winter

Avg. Score: 8.8/10

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

Best Months for Sonnstein

December
Score: 9.1
January
Score: 9.0
February
Score: 8.4

Ideal Conditions for Sonnstein

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

20.2°C / 68.4°F

July

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

18.0m / 59.1ft

November

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

0.2m / 0.7ft

December

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for Sonnstein

Sonnstein shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (20.2°C) and January the coldest (-1.1°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). March 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.

Scoring Legend:
9-10 (Excellent)
7-8 (Good)
5-6 (Average)
3-4 (Poor)
1-2 (Dangerous)

Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jul 8, 2026

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