Bolshavn
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Why dive here
With 66+ marine species recorded in the area - including jellyfish lake - Bolshavn offers some of Bornholm's richest shore diving. Water ranges 3-18°C, warmest July, August, September.
Bolshavn on Bornholm offers a straightforward shore dive, good for knocking the rust off your skills. The entry is pretty easy, leading you out over a sandy bottom that gradually slopes down. You’ll find some scattered boulders and patches of seaweed, which are home to crabs and small fish like blennies. It’s a calm site, often used for training or a relaxed afternoon dip when you’re not looking for anything too dramatic.
Typical Bolshavn Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Cold water this month (avg 14°C). Drysuit or thick wetsuit (7mm+) recommended.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Bolshavn
Bolshavn Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Bolshavn, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (54.94, 13.85) (7km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
14°C
57°F · Range: 11.7–16.3°C
Air Temperature
12°C
53°F
Wind Speed
8.16 m/s
15.9 knots
Atmospheric Pressure
1013.3 hPa
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data
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