SAMSON
Protected Area
Nissum Bredning
Why dive here
With 95+ marine species recorded in the area - including seals & sea lions, sea turtles and jellyfish lake - SAMSON offers some of North Sea Coast's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 3-19°C, warmest July, August, September.
The Samson, a dredger that went down in 1970, lies shallow at just 5 metres. We find it’s a pretty easygoing dive, perfect for those wanting to try their hand at wreck diving without the usual depth challenges. What you’ll see is a flattened hulk, broken up over the decades, with steel plates and machinery parts scattered across the sandy bottom. It’s become a bit of an artificial reef, attracting crabs scuttling between the metal and the occasional flatfish trying to blend in. Visibility can vary here, like much of the North Sea, so picking a calm day is key to making the most of it. It’s not a grand ship to penetrate, but for a glimpse into history and some interesting bottom time, it’s a good shout.
Typical SAMSON 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.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for SAMSON
SAMSON Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for SAMSON, 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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