SYDFJORD
Protected Area
2025774 Rön, Röns skär, Röns huvud
Why dive here
With 121+ marine species recorded in the area - including dolphins, dwarf minke whales, humpback whales, orcas and seals & sea lions - SYDFJORD offers some of West Coast (Gothenburg)'s richest wreck diving. Water ranges 3-18°C, warmest July, August, September.
The *Sydfjord* is a proper West Coast wreck dive, a 78-meter cargo vessel that famously split in two after a collision back in '86. We've always found it impressive how distinct the bow and stern sections are, lying about 50 metres apart at 26 metres. It’s a dark dive, as you’d expect in these waters, but the wreck's structure provides plenty of shelter for cod and conger eels, often tucked into shadowed corners. Penetration isn't really an option given its dangerous classification, but there’s enough to explore on the exterior for a good long bottom time. It’s a site that suits divers comfortable with colder, darker conditions and who appreciate the history of a maritime accident.
Typical SYDFJORD 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 26m - 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 13°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 SYDFJORD
SYDFJORD Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for SYDFJORD, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (57.57, 11.03) (3km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
13°C
56°F · Range: 10.6–15.8°C
Air Temperature
10°C
50°F
Wind Speed
6.56 m/s
12.8 knots
Atmospheric Pressure
1010.2 hPa
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data
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