Lofoten Islands, Norway
    Rystraumen

    DS Flint

    Good diving all year

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    Rystraumen

    Why dive here

    DS Flint is a wreck dive in Lofoten Islands, Norway. Water ranges 3-15°C, warmest July, August, September.

    Best timeYear-round
    WetsuitA drysuit
    Water3-15°C · warmest July, August, September
    CharacterWreck dive

    The DS Flint, tucked away in the dramatic landscape of Norway’s Lofoten Islands, isn’t your typical Caribbean wreck dive. Forget warm water and endless visibility. This is a cold water wreck, and that’s precisely why we love it. Dropping onto the wreck, you’re enveloped by that crisp, clear Arctic water, the kind that feels like it’s scrubbing your eyeballs. We’ve found the stern section particularly photogenic, with its prop and rudder still largely intact, often silhouetted against the emerald hue of the shallow fjord. What makes Flint special is how it’s become part of the environment. The metal is draped in anemones, their tentacles swaying gently, and we always spot a few massive cod lurking in the shadows of the hold. Exploring the cargo holds offers a genuine sense of history, a silent journey back to its wartime fate. For divers who appreciate historical wrecks and aren't put off by a little chill, this is an excellent choice. We’d suggest timing your dive for a calm day; the surface conditions can be a bit lively, but underwater, it’s usually a peaceful experience.

    Safety Notes

    Wreck site - avoid penetration without wreck diving certification. Watch for sharp metal and entanglement hazards.

    Cold water this month (avg 9°C). Drysuit or thick wetsuit (7mm+) recommended.

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    Conditions

    Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for DS Flint

    DS Flint Ocean Conditions

    Monthly averages for DS Flint, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (68.33, 16.05) (9km away)

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    October Averages

    Sea Temperature

    9°C

    49°F · Range: 5–12.3°C

    Air Temperature

    1°C

    34°F

    Wind Speed

    4.09 m/s

    8.0 knots

    Atmospheric Pressure

    1009.3 hPa

    Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data

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