SS Rio de Janeiro
Protected Area
Lille Lestholmen
Why dive here
SS Rio de Janeiro is a wreck dive in Stavanger & Rogaland, Norway. Water ranges 4-17°C, warmest July, August, September.
Diving the SS Rio de Janeiro, you're not just seeing a wreck, you're touching a piece of history. This cargo steamship, sunk early in World War II, sits upright, surprisingly intact given its age. We’ve found the stern particularly compelling, where the prop is often still visible, draped in anemones. It's a dive that appeals to those who appreciate the story behind the metal, with cod and pollock frequently patrolling the holds, making for some excellent photographic opportunities in the gloomier sections. Just be mindful of the often-chilly Norwegian waters; a drysuit is definitely our recommendation.
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.
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Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for SS Rio de Janeiro
SS Rio de Janeiro Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for SS Rio de Janeiro, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (58.21, 8.06) (34km away)
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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