Canada

Shawinigan

Shawinigan is a landlocked city in Quebec, Canada, and does not sit on the coast. It is not a diving gateway for saltwater diving. Nearby diving activity would be limited to freshwater options outside the city, such as local training pools or occasional inland quarry dives, rather than destination diving. The Gulf of Saint Lawrence and the North Atlantic are far from Shawinigan, so most divers would use other nearby hubs for coastal or offshore diving. If you’re visiting, you’ll likely focus on the city’s culture, outdoor recreation, and access to regional lakes and rivers for freshwater diving opportunities through regional centers.

Essential information for traveling in Canada

About Canada

Sea
Gulf of Saint Lawrence, Bay of Fundy, Labrador ...
Timezone
America/Toronto
Languages
EN FR
Demonym
Canadian
Phone prefix
+1

Practicalities

Currency
CAD
Plug type
Type A, Type B
Airports
YYZ YVR YEG YYC YUL

Diving specifics

Temperature
°C
Depth units
meters
Pressure
bar
Regulators
DIN Yoke (INT)

Dive sites and dive centers around Shawinigan

Nearby Dive Sites (1)

Nearby cities for scuba diving around Shawinigan

The best time to dive in Shawinigan

The best months to dive in Shawinigan are from July to September. Temperatures are confortable (14-20°C), currents are mild and the visibility is at its best.

Excellent Good Fair Mitigated
01 - Jan.
-11 °C 7/10
02 - Feb.
-11 °C 6/10
03 - Mar.
-4 °C 6/10
04 - Apr.
3 °C 6/10
05 - May
11 °C 5/10
06 - Jun.
18 °C 6/10
07 - Jul.
20 °C 6/10
08 - Aug.
19 °C 7/10
09 - Sept.
14 °C 8/10
10 - Oct.
9 °C 6/10
11 - Nov.
-1 °C 6/10
12 - Dec.
-10 °C 6/10

Based on last year's weather. Scores compare months for this destination only and are indicative. A mitigated month may still suit many divers.

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