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Walchensee, Walchenseebucht / Radlbucht

Located just south of the idyllic village of Walchensee in Germany, our dive site offers a truly breathtaking underwater experience. Begin your diving adventure by parking at the designated lot, conveniently situated near the site entrance. Follow the trail that leads directly to the dive site.

One of the standout features of our dive site is the exceptional visibility provided by the numerous underwater springs. With visibility reaching up to 6 meters, you'll have a clear and immersive view of the underwater wonders that await you.

As you explore the depths, you'll encounter a fascinating array of marine life. The Walchensee is teeming with a diverse range of species, including eel rod, eel, zander, trout, perch, burbot, bream, vine, char, and catfish, to name just a few. The abundance of marine life is truly astounding, and the specific species you'll encounter may vary depending on your starting point.

Delve deeper into the waters and discover sunken remnants, a small wreck, and the enchanting sight of beautiful trees on the other side of the bay. With a maximum depth of 15 meters, our dive site offers a thrilling adventure for advanced and expert divers.

For those seeking a memorable diving experience in Germany, our dive site near Walchensee is the perfect choice. The close proximity to Camping Walchensee, Zwergern, Kochel am See, and other nearby locations ensures easy access and a convenient diving excursion.

Immerse yourself in the wonders of the underwater world at our dive site and create unforgettable memories amid the pristine waters of Walchensee.

Diving Conditions Score for Walchensee, Walchenseebucht / Radlbucht

7.7
Good

Good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.

Dive Site Overview for Walchensee, Walchenseebucht / Radlbucht

Depth

15m

Visibility

6m

Experience Level

advanced
expert

Weather Conditions for Walchensee, Walchenseebucht / Radlbucht

Wave Height

1m

Wind Speed

2 m/s

Water Temp

18°C

Visibility

29.62km

Cloud Cover

92%

Wave Period

8s

Air Temperature

26.4°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Walchensee, Walchenseebucht / Radlbucht
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Dive Score Chart for Walchensee, Walchenseebucht / Radlbucht

Best time to dive: 10:00 with score 8.547933333333333/10. Water conditions: Waves 1m, Wind 2 m/s.Best night dive time: 18:00 with score 7.913433333333333/10.

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

Sunrise at Walchensee, Walchenseebucht / Radlbucht: 06:00
Sunset at Walchensee, Walchenseebucht / Radlbucht: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Walchensee, Walchenseebucht / Radlbucht 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
10:00

Score: 8.5/10
Waves: 1m (8s), Wind: 2 m/s

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Best Night
18:00

Score: 7.9/10
Waves: 1m, Wind: 3.3 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Walchensee, Walchenseebucht / Radlbucht
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Walchensee, Walchenseebucht / Radlbucht

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, Walchenseebucht / Radlbucht

Winter

Avg. Score: 9.1/10

Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.

Best Months for Walchensee, Walchenseebucht / Radlbucht

January
Score: 9.3
December
Score: 9.1
February
Score: 8.9

Ideal Conditions for Walchensee, Walchenseebucht / Radlbucht

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

18.0°C / 64.4°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 Walchensee, Walchenseebucht / Radlbucht

Walchensee, Walchenseebucht / Radlbucht shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (18.0°C) and January the coldest (-4.9°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 20, 2026

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