15-30m
    Stavanger & Rogaland, Norway
    Øvre og Nedre Svinholmen

    Gudrun

    Best months: Jul–Sep

    Protected Area

    Øvre og Nedre Svinholmen

    Why dive here

    Gudrun is a wreck dive in Stavanger & Rogaland, Norway. Water ranges 4-17°C, warmest July, August, September.

    Best timeJul–Sep
    WetsuitA 7mm wetsuit with a hood
    Water4-17°C · warmest July, August, September
    CharacterWreck dive · max 15-30m

    Gudrun isn't your typical Stavanger dive. Forget the wrecks for a moment. This site is all about the quiet beauty of the Norwegian coastline and the hardy creatures that thrive there. We love it for its unexpected encounters. You'll likely spot haddock moving in schools, their silver scales flashing against the green-blue water, and the curious four-bearded rockling darting amongst the kelp. What makes Gudrun special is its surprisingly rich array of birds. Keep an ear out for the calls of the Eurasian Oystercatcher from above the surface, or watch for the sleek dives of a Guillemot. The occasional harbour porpoise sighting isn't out of the question either, a true highlight. It’s not a deep dive, perfect for extending your bottom time and really observing the smaller details. We'd suggest a calm day to make the most of the visibility, which can be surprisingly good here, letting you appreciate the delicate Alder's Necklace Shells on the seabed. This site is for divers who appreciate marine life beyond the "big stuff," for those who find joy in observation and the subtle rhythms of a coastal ecosystem.

    Typical Gudrun Dive Profile

    5m10m15mSafety Stop0m15m max~50 min estimated bottom time

    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 14°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 Gudrun

    Gudrun Ocean Conditions

    Monthly averages for Gudrun, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (58.21, 8.06) (34km away)

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    October Averages

    Sea Temperature

    14°C

    56°F · Range: 10.4–15.7°C

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

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