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Stechlinsee

Stechlinsee is the deepest lake in Brandenburg, Germany. Known for its clear water, this lake offers diving opportunities all year round. While the deeper areas are not suitable for diving, there are plenty of dive sites accessible to beginners and advanced divers. Accommodations are available nearby, and the lake even offers children's holiday camps.

Divers exploring Stechlinsee will have the chance to encounter a variety of aquatic life. Some of the species you may come across include pike, perch, vendace, lentil vendace, eel, tench, carp, bream, bleak, roach, and rudd.

This picturesque dive spot is located on Uferweg, Neuglobsow, Stechlin, Gransee und Gemeinden, Oberhavel, Brandenburg, Germany. With a maximum depth of 6m and visibility of up to 3m, Stechlinsee provides a captivating underwater experience for divers of all levels.

Discover the underwater wonders of Stechlinsee, Germany's hidden gem for diving enthusiasts.

Diving Conditions Score for Stechlinsee

5.9
Average

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

Dive Site Overview for Stechlinsee

Depth

6m

Visibility

3m

Experience Level

beginner
advanced

Weather Conditions for Stechlinsee

Wave Height

1m

Wind Speed

6.4 m/s

Water Temp

18°C

Visibility

19.92km

Cloud Cover

0%

Wave Period

8s

Air Temperature

18.9°C

Precipitation

0 mm

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

Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 7.513333333333334/10. Water conditions: Waves 1m, Wind 5.2 m/s.Best night dive time: 0:00 with score 7.183333333333334/10.

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

Sunrise at Stechlinsee: 06:00
Sunset at Stechlinsee: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Stechlinsee 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: 7.5/10
Waves: 1m (8s), Wind: 5.2 m/s

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Safest Overall
15:00

Score: 7.5/10
Waves: 1m (8s), Wind: 4.8 m/s

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Best Night
0:00

Score: 7.2/10
Waves: 1m, Wind: 3.5 m/s

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

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 Stechlinsee

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 Stechlinsee

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

Ideal Conditions for Stechlinsee

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

25.3°C / 77.5°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 Stechlinsee

Stechlinsee shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (25.3°C) and December the coldest (21.3°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 21, 2026

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