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Steckborn, Schulhaus

Located in the beautiful waters of Switzerland, this dive site offers a remarkable experience for divers of all levels. With a maximum depth of 14m and a visibility of 6m, it is an ideal spot for beginners to explore the underwater world.

On the right side of the entrance, you will find three fish traps that serve as a sanctuary for marine life year-round. In order to respect the tranquility of the fish, we refrain from diving directly into their habitat. This dive site is renowned as a birthplace for perch (Egli), making it a haven for various fish species such as crayfish, carp, catfish, pike, and pikeperch.

Divers with a genuine appreciation for nature and wildlife are kindly requested to follow some guidelines. It is important to avoid disturbing the fish population by refraining from diving through their nesting areas. Remember to respect marine life by not touching animals or plants. Follow the rules of conduct set forth by diving associations and maintain a minimum distance of 25 meters from the fish traps during the spawning season from April 15th to May 15th. Be mindful of local fishermen and show consideration for other watercraft as there is a refueling station for motorboats and a landing stage nearby.

For divers looking to refill their dive tanks, the Divecorner facilities offer bottle fillings upon availability. Located in close proximity to the dive site, the Seeschule at Seestrasse, Im Tal, Steckborn, Bezirk Frauenfeld, Thurgau, 8266, Switzerland serves as an excellent base for divers to access this remarkable underwater destination.

Embrace the wonders that await beneath the surface and embark on an unforgettable diving adventure at this captivating dive site in Switzerland.

Diving Conditions Score for Steckborn, Schulhaus

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 Steckborn, Schulhaus

Depth

14m

Visibility

6m

Experience Level

beginner

Weather Conditions for Steckborn, Schulhaus

Wave Height

1m

Wind Speed

7.2 m/s

Water Temp

18°C

Visibility

39.84km

Cloud Cover

0%

Wave Period

8s

Air Temperature

34.1°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Steckborn, Schulhaus
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Dive Score Chart for Steckborn, Schulhaus

Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 7.833333333333333/10. Water conditions: Waves 1m, Wind 0.8 m/s.Best night dive time: 5:00 with score 7.2333333333333325/10.

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

Sunrise at Steckborn, Schulhaus: 06:00
Sunset at Steckborn, Schulhaus: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Steckborn, Schulhaus 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: 7.8/10
Waves: 1m (8s), Wind: 0.8 m/s

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Best Night
5:00

Score: 7.2/10
Waves: 1m, Wind: 1.8 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Steckborn, Schulhaus
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Steckborn, Schulhaus

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 Steckborn, Schulhaus

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 Steckborn, Schulhaus

December
Score: 9.1
January
Score: 8.9
February
Score: 8.3

Ideal Conditions for Steckborn, Schulhaus

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

21.5°C / 70.7°F

July

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

18.6m / 61.0ft

December

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

0.2m / 0.7ft

December

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for Steckborn, Schulhaus

Steckborn, Schulhaus shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (21.5°C) and January the coldest (-2.3°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). January 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 - Jun 19, 2026

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