Walchensee
The Walchensee in Germany is a stunning dive site that is just an hour south of Munich, making it a perfect day trip for divers. This 800m long and 130m deep lake offers excellent visibility of up to 7m, allowing divers to fully appreciate the underwater beauty. Whether you prefer exploring the car wreck or the steep face, there is something for everyone at the Walchensee.
Divers can expect to encounter a diverse range of species in the lake, including eel rod, eel, zander, trout, perch, burbot, bream, vine, char, catfish, and many more. The specific species you'll encounter depends on the starting point of your dive.
To ensure a safe and enjoyable dive, it is recommended that divers have an advanced or expert level of experience. Local dive centers are available to assist you in choosing the most suitable entry point for your dive. The Walchensee is truly a hidden gem for divers, offering an unforgettable underwater adventure in the beautiful country of Germany.
Divers can expect to encounter a diverse range of species in the lake, including eel rod, eel, zander, trout, perch, burbot, bream, vine, char, catfish, and many more. The specific species you'll encounter depends on the starting point of your dive.
To ensure a safe and enjoyable dive, it is recommended that divers have an advanced or expert level of experience. Local dive centers are available to assist you in choosing the most suitable entry point for your dive. The Walchensee is truly a hidden gem for divers, offering an unforgettable underwater adventure in the beautiful country of Germany.
Diving Conditions Score for Walchensee
7.4
GoodGood diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Walchensee
Depth
25m
Visibility
7m
Experience Level
advanced
expert
Weather Conditions for Walchensee
Wave Height
1m
Wind Speed
3.2 m/s
Water Temp
18°C
Visibility
36.3km
Cloud Cover
57%
Wave Period
8s
Air Temperature
27.6°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Walchensee
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Dive Score Chart for Walchensee
Best time to dive: 9:00 with score 8.273333333333333/10. Water conditions: Waves 1m, Wind 3.6 m/s.Best night dive time: 19:00 with score 7.8933333333333335/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Walchensee: 06:00
Sunset at Walchensee: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Walchensee 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.
Best Overall
9:00Score: 8.3/10
Waves: 1m (8s), Wind: 3.6 m/s
Best Night
19:00Score: 7.9/10
Waves: 1m, Wind: 1.5 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for WalchenseeAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Walchensee
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 Walchensee
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 Walchensee
January
Score: 10.0
February
Score: 10.0
December
Score: 9.9
Ideal Conditions for Walchensee
Water Temp
24.8°C / 76.6°F
June
Visibility
20.1m / 65.9ft
October
Wave Height
0.2m / 0.7ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Walchensee
Walchensee shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (24.8°C) and December the coldest (20.8°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 22, 2026
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