Raftsundet
Protected Area
Seløya
Why dive here
Raftsundet is a dive in Lofoten Islands, Norway. Water ranges 3-15°C, warmest July, August, September.
Raftsundet offers a true Lofoten diving experience, with sheer rock walls dropping into the fjord. Expect a cool water dive, typically below 10°C, where the focus is on the dramatic topography and the hardy cold-water species that cling to the walls. We usually find kelp forests extending into the depths and a good chance of spotting wolfish, various crabs, and colourful anemones. It's a spot for experienced drysuit divers comfortable with colder temperatures and keen to explore Norway's unique underwater landscape.
Safety Notes
Cold water this month (avg 9°C). Drysuit or thick wetsuit (7mm+) recommended.
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Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Raftsundet
Raftsundet Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Raftsundet, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (68.33, 16.05) (9km away)
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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