Store Klättarna
Divers at this site can expect to encounter a diverse range of marine life. Keep an eye out for coo-coo wrasse and pipe fish among the weed. You may also come across edible crabs, nucibranches, lumb sucker, dead man fingers, and sponges. The underwater ecosystem here is teeming with fascinating species waiting to be discovered.
With a visibility of 8 meters and a maximum depth of 22 meters, this dive site is suitable for beginner-level divers. Located in Tanums kommun, Västra Götaland County, Sweden, it offers a convenient and accessible diving experience in the beautiful waters of Sweden. Explore the wonders of the underwater world at this captivating dive site.
Diving Conditions Score for Store Klättarna
Average conditions, be alert.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Store Klättarna
Depth
22m
Visibility
8m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for Store Klättarna
Wave Height
0.7m
Wind Speed
32.4 m/s
Water Temp
17.5°C
Visibility
39.98km
Cloud Cover
4%
Wave Period
3.7s
Air Temperature
17.3°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Dive Score Chart for Store Klättarna
Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 6.973333333333334/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.6m, Wind 25.6 m/s.Best night dive time: 23:00 with score 6.5458237547892715/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at Store Klättarna 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: 7.0/10
Waves: 0.6m (3.8s), Wind: 25.6 m/s
Score: 6.5/10
Waves: 0.64m, Wind: 24.5 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Store KlättarnaAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Store Klättarna
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 Store Klättarna
Winter
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Store Klättarna
Ideal Conditions for Store Klättarna
Water Temp
16.9°C / 62.4°F
July
Visibility
16.5m / 54.1ft
December
Wave Height
0.6m / 2.0ft
December
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Store Klättarna
Store Klättarna shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (16.9°C) and December the coldest (-4.8°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in December with average wave heights of 0.6m 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.
Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 21, 2026