U 36
Protected Area
North Rona and Sula Sgeir
Why dive here
With 140+ marine species recorded in the area - including blue whales, dolphins, dwarf minke whales, humpback whales and ocean sunfish (mola mola) - U 36 offers some of Scapa Flow, Orkney's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 8-14°C, warmest July, August, September.
The U 36 sits deep in Scapa Flow, a stern monument to its wartime fate. Dropping to 58 meters, this U-boat offers a challenging dive, best suited for experienced technical divers. We found the wreck largely intact, resting on its starboard side, with much of the conning tower still discernible. Exploring the deck, you'll spot plenty of plumose anemones and various wrasse darting between the metal plates. It's a sombre, atmospheric dive, very much a piece of history preserved by the cold, dark waters.
Typical U 36 Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Maximum depth 58m exceeds recreational limits (40m). Technical diving certification and equipment required.
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 U 36
U 36 Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for U 36, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (58.64, -3.16) (8km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
13°C
55°F · Range: 11.4–13.8°C
Air Temperature
10°C
50°F
Wind Speed
9.26 m/s
18.0 knots
Atmospheric Pressure
1005.3 hPa
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data
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