Wintertauchplatz Sorpesee
At our dive site in Germany, you can enjoy a convenient and shallow entry directly from the campsite. After a short dive, you will reach the middle of the lake where a stunning steep wall awaits you. This wall drops to a maximum depth of about 34m during full water. Please note that registration is required for this dive site.
Underwater, you will have the opportunity to observe a variety of marine life. Seaweed, walleye, pike, redfish, and, at dusk, eel and crabs are commonly spotted. Additionally, there are a few wrecks scattered throughout the area for you to explore.
For those who enjoy steep wall diving, this site offers excellent visibility of up to 8m. However, due to the depth and potential challenges, we recommend this dive for advanced divers.
Come and experience the wonders of our dive site at Sorpesee - Wintertauchplatz, located in Sundern, Hochsauerlandkreis, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany. Discover the beauty that lies beneath the surface and create memories that will last a lifetime.
Underwater, you will have the opportunity to observe a variety of marine life. Seaweed, walleye, pike, redfish, and, at dusk, eel and crabs are commonly spotted. Additionally, there are a few wrecks scattered throughout the area for you to explore.
For those who enjoy steep wall diving, this site offers excellent visibility of up to 8m. However, due to the depth and potential challenges, we recommend this dive for advanced divers.
Come and experience the wonders of our dive site at Sorpesee - Wintertauchplatz, located in Sundern, Hochsauerlandkreis, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany. Discover the beauty that lies beneath the surface and create memories that will last a lifetime.
Diving Conditions Score for Wintertauchplatz Sorpesee
5.8
AverageAverage conditions, be alert.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Wintertauchplatz Sorpesee
Depth
23m
Visibility
8m
Experience Level
advanced
Weather Conditions for Wintertauchplatz Sorpesee
Wave Height
1m
Wind Speed
11.5 m/s
Water Temp
18°C
Visibility
32.28km
Cloud Cover
100%
Wave Period
8s
Air Temperature
19°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Wintertauchplatz Sorpesee
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Dive Score Chart for Wintertauchplatz Sorpesee
Best time to dive: 11:00 with score 7.787233333333333/10. Water conditions: Waves 1m, Wind 1.8 m/s.Best night dive time: 1:00 with score 7.143333333333333/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Wintertauchplatz Sorpesee: 06:00
Sunset at Wintertauchplatz Sorpesee: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Wintertauchplatz Sorpesee 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
11:00Score: 7.8/10
Waves: 1m (8s), Wind: 1.8 m/s
Safest Overall
8:00Score: 7.7/10
Waves: 1m (8s), Wind: 1.8 m/s
Best Night
1:00Score: 7.1/10
Waves: 1m, Wind: 2.6 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Wintertauchplatz SorpeseeAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Wintertauchplatz Sorpesee
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 Wintertauchplatz Sorpesee
Winter
Avg. Score: 8.2/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Wintertauchplatz Sorpesee
December
Score: 8.5
January
Score: 8.4
March
Score: 7.8
Ideal Conditions for Wintertauchplatz Sorpesee
Water Temp
18.9°C / 66.0°F
August
Visibility
15.0m / 49.2ft
December
Wave Height
0.8m / 2.6ft
December
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Wintertauchplatz Sorpesee
Wintertauchplatz Sorpesee shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with August being the warmest month (18.9°C) and December the coldest (-2.2°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in December with average wave heights of 0.8m 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
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