SAMSO
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Why dive here
With 95+ marine species recorded in the area - including seals & sea lions, sea turtles and jellyfish lake - SAMSO offers some of North Sea Coast's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 3-19°C, warmest July, August, September.
Samso, out in the North Sea, is one of those deeper wreck dives that really rewards a bit of planning. The wreck lies at 18 metres, making it accessible for advanced open water divers, though you’ll want good buoyancy. What makes Samso interesting isn’t just the wreck itself, but how it’s become an artificial reef. You’ll find cod, conger eels, and sometimes lobsters tucked into the nooks and crannies of the superstructure. It's a proper adventure, a real piece of history down there, but be mindful of the "dangerous wreck" classification-we're talking about a site that was mined, so respect the site's history and potential hazards.
Typical SAMSO Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Wreck site - avoid penetration without wreck diving certification. Watch for sharp metal and entanglement hazards.
Cold water this month (avg 13°C). Drysuit or thick wetsuit (7mm+) recommended.
Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for SAMSO
SAMSO Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for SAMSO, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (55.31, 9.86) (1km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
13°C
56°F · Range: 10.7–16.8°C
Air Temperature
11°C
52°F
Wind Speed
7.69 m/s
14.9 knots
Atmospheric Pressure
1010.5 hPa
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data
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