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Strandbad Rorschach

Discover a diverse and beginner-friendly dive site, perfect for divers of all levels. With easy entry and a maximum depth of 18 meters, this exciting course offers a multitude of underwater wonders to explore.

Prepare to encounter a vibrant array of marine life including Whitefish, Arctic char, Lake trout, Pike, Pike-perch, Perch, Burbot, Roach, Bream, Crucian carp, Rudd, Bleak, Magpie, White bream, and Whitefish.

Situated in the picturesque canton of St. Gallen, this popular dive site attracts enthusiasts from Switzerland, Austria, and Germany. Begin your diving adventure by walking from the parking lot past the charming harbor master's house to the stunning lake. Conveniently, there is a toilet available nearby.

Choose to enter the water either via the stone stairs or the boat ramp, both providing easy access. On the stair railing, you'll notice a fixed alpha flag, indicating a dive site. Remember to turn your diver flag towards the lake before diving to avoid any penalties.

As you enter the water, stay towards the right side as the marina awaits on the left. After a short 5-minute swim towards the east, you'll discover a platform nestled between 5 and 6 meters deep. Explore beyond the platform and descend to approximately 12 meters for an exciting encounter with "Bobele," the local shark resident. At 11 meters, you'll find a motorboat wreck, followed by the Tina wreck between 13 and 14 meters. Throughout your dive, you'll encounter an intriguing mix of trunks, branches, and various other objects, adding to the site's unique charm.

With a visibility of 8 meters and a maximum depth of 19 meters, this dive site promises an unforgettable underwater exploration. Whether you're a beginner, advanced diver, or an expert, this captivating dive site in the heart of Switzerland is a must-visit destination.

Plan your diving excursion, and don't miss the opportunity to explore this hidden gem near Strandbad Rorschach, Neuseeland, Rorschacherberg, Wahlkreis Rorschach, St. Gallen, Switzerland.

Diving Conditions Score for Strandbad Rorschach

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 Strandbad Rorschach

Depth

19m

Visibility

8m

Experience Level

beginner
advanced
expert

Weather Conditions for Strandbad Rorschach

Wave Height

1m

Wind Speed

4.7 m/s

Water Temp

18°C

Visibility

40.58km

Cloud Cover

77%

Wave Period

8s

Air Temperature

28.8°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Strandbad Rorschach
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Dive Score Chart for Strandbad Rorschach

Best time to dive: 17:00 with score 8.309033333333334/10. Water conditions: Waves 1m, Wind 1 m/s.Best night dive time: 2:00 with score 7.762133333333334/10.

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

Sunrise at Strandbad Rorschach: 06:00
Sunset at Strandbad Rorschach: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Strandbad Rorschach 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
17:00

Score: 8.3/10
Waves: 1m (8s), Wind: 1 m/s

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Best Night
2:00

Score: 7.8/10
Waves: 1m, Wind: 1.1 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Strandbad Rorschach
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Strandbad Rorschach

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 Strandbad Rorschach

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 Strandbad Rorschach

January
Score: 9.3
December
Score: 9.1
March
Score: 8.2

Ideal Conditions for Strandbad Rorschach

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

21.2°C / 70.2°F

July

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

18.2m / 59.7ft

December

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

0.2m / 0.7ft

January

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for Strandbad Rorschach

Strandbad Rorschach shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (21.2°C) and January the coldest (-1.7°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). March 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 17, 2026

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