Norway

Nordstrand

Nordstrand is a coastal area in Nesodden Municipality, Norway, facing the Skagerrak in the North Atlantic Ocean. It’s not a primary diving hub, but the nearby coastline offers access to cold, clear Nordic seas and rocky shores. With several dive sites around the Nesodden region and a handful of local centers within reach, divers typically plan day trips by boat or shore dives from Oslofjord-adjacent bases. Expect cold water conditions, strong currents near external skerries, and abundant cold-water species. For divers visiting the area, local centers provide courses, equipment rental, and guided dives to nearby rocky reefs and coastal/shore dive sites.

Essential information for traveling in Norway

About Norway

Sea
Skagerrak, North Sea, Norwegian Sea, Kattegat, ...
Timezone
Europe/Oslo
Languages
NB NN
Demonym
Norwegian
Phone prefix
+47

Practicalities

Currency
NOK
Voltage
230
Plug type
Type F
Airports
OSL BGO SVG TRD TOS

Diving specifics

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

Dive sites and dive centers around Nordstrand

Nearby Dive Sites (10)

Nearby cities for scuba diving around Nordstrand

The best time to dive in Nordstrand

The best months to dive in Nordstrand are from July to August. Temperatures are confortable (17-20°C), currents are mild and the visibility is at its best.

Excellent Good Fair Mitigated
01 - Jan.
-3 °C 5 °C 7/10
02 - Feb.
-3 °C 1 °C 9/10
03 - Mar.
4 °C 3 °C 9/10
04 - Apr.
9 °C 8 °C 9/10
05 - May
12 °C 12 °C 8/10
06 - Jun.
15 °C 16 °C 7/10
07 - Jul.
20 °C 21 °C 7/10
08 - Aug.
17 °C 19 °C 7/10
09 - Sept.
14 °C 16 °C 7/10
10 - Oct.
8 °C 11 °C 7/10
11 - Nov.
4 °C 8 °C 8/10
12 - Dec.
2 °C 6 °C 7/10

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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