ROMANBY
Protected Area
Dyngeneset
Why dive here
ROMANBY is a wreck dive in Lofoten Islands, Norway. Water ranges 3-15°C, warmest July, August, September.
The *Romanby* is one of those wrecks that tells a story, even if it's a bit of a sad one. Sunk in 1940 when its jetty blew up during the Narvik campaign, this steamship lies upright in about 25 metres. We found the stern section particularly photogenic, with the rudder and propeller still largely intact, despite the passage of time. Visibility can vary here, as with many Lofoten sites, but on a good day, the light filtering down onto the wreck creates a really atmospheric dive. It's a solid choice for wreck enthusiasts looking for a piece of history, and the structure itself attracts some interesting local fish life, making it a good second dive after something more dramatic.
Typical ROMANBY Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Depth of 25m - Advanced Open Water certification recommended.
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.
Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for ROMANBY
ROMANBY Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for ROMANBY, 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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