VEGAR
Protected Area
Fjæraskjer
Why dive here
VEGAR is a wreck dive in Stavanger & Rogaland, Norway. Water ranges 4-17°C, warmest July, August, September.
The Vegar wreck, off Fjelberg, is a solid choice for a wreck dive in Stavanger. This old motor vessel went down in 1977, en route to Bergen, settling upright at 25 metres. We found the wheelhouse and stern still largely intact, which always makes for interesting swim-throughs, especially for those who enjoy a bit of penetration. You’ll spot a surprising amount of plumose anemones clinging to the darker parts of the wreck, and we’ve often seen cod lurking in the deeper holds. It’s a good, accessible dive for advanced open water divers comfortable with cooler waters and a bit of a current.
Typical VEGAR 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 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 VEGAR
VEGAR Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for VEGAR, 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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