Strick, Zugersee
Prepare to be amazed as you explore the underwater world filled with an array of freshwater fish. Keep an eye out for the magnificent perch, pike, sun perch, and crayfish that grace these crystal-clear waters. With a little luck, you may catch a glimpse of these mesmerizing creatures during your dive.
To enter the lake, make your way through the guardrail and descend a steep ladder, ensuring a safe and exhilarating dive experience. The bank area offers relatively shallow depths, gradually sloping downwards. As you head towards Arth, the depth remains shallow until you encounter not one, but two impressive walls. The first wall extends to approximately 24 meters, while the second begins around 30 meters below the surface.
Perfectly suited for both beginners and advanced divers, this dive site presents an exciting adventure for all skill levels. Encounter the extraordinary Trüschen and Egli (Perch) that inhabit the walls, providing a captivating sight for underwater enthusiasts. Alternatively, explore the flat area where camber crabs will capture your attention. Don't miss the opportunity to witness the intriguing constructions found in the bank area, where you'll encounter sunfish and juvenile fish on your dive.
With a maximum depth of 29 meters and a visibility of 6 meters, immerse yourself in this remarkable dive spot that promises an unforgettable experience. Located near Mythenstrasse, Küssnacht (SZ), Küssnacht, Schwyz, 6405, Switzerland, this underwater gem awaits your exploration.
Diving Conditions Score for Strick, Zugersee
Decent conditions, proceed with caution.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Strick, Zugersee
Depth
29m
Visibility
6m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for Strick, Zugersee
Wave Height
1m
Wind Speed
5.4 m/s
Water Temp
18°C
Visibility
38.4km
Cloud Cover
0%
Wave Period
8s
Air Temperature
30.6°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Dive Score Chart for Strick, Zugersee
Best time to dive: 7:00 with score 7.926133333333333/10. Water conditions: Waves 1m, Wind 1.8 m/s.Best night dive time: 3:00 with score 7.496133333333333/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at Strick, Zugersee 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: 7.9/10
Waves: 1m (8s), Wind: 1.8 m/s
Score: 7.5/10
Waves: 1m, Wind: 1.1 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Strick, Zugersee Alpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Strick, Zugersee
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 Strick, Zugersee
Winter
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Strick, Zugersee
Ideal Conditions for Strick, Zugersee
Water Temp
21.4°C / 70.5°F
July
Visibility
18.5m / 60.7ft
January
Wave Height
0.2m / 0.7ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Strick, Zugersee
Strick, Zugersee shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (21.4°C) and January the coldest (-1.1°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.
Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 18, 2026