Poland

Sopot

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Sopot is a coastal city in northern Poland on the Baltic Sea. It’s best known as a seaside resort with a long sandy beach and a lively promenade, rather than as a major diving hub. Nearby dive activity is limited within the city; there are a few local operators offering basic introductory dives and snorkeling trips along the Baltic coast, and dive centers in the broader Tri-City area (Gdańsk, Gdynia) provide more extensive courses and day trips. Water in the Baltic is typically cold, with moderate visibility and abundant shoreline habitats; expect species like common coastal fish and marine invertebrates. For divers, the city mainly serves as a gateway to regional Baltic dive sites and freshwater options further inland if interested in training or shore dives near quarries.

Essential information for traveling in Poland

About Poland

Sea
Baltic Sea, Kattegat, North Sea, Adriatic Sea a...
Timezone
Europe/Warsaw
Languages
PL
Demonym
Polish
Phone prefix
+48

Practicalities

Currency
PLN
Voltage
230
Plug type
Type E, Type F
Airports
WAW GDN KRK POZ WRO

Diving specifics

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

Dive sites and dive centers around Sopot

Nearby Dive Sites (9)

Nearby cities for scuba diving around Sopot

The best time to dive in Sopot

The best months to dive in Sopot are from June to August. Temperatures are confortable (16-18°C), currents are mild and the visibility is at its best.

Excellent Good Fair Mitigated
01 - Jan.
2 °C 4 °C 6/10
02 - Feb.
0 °C 3 °C 8/10
03 - Mar.
5 °C 4 °C 8/10
04 - Apr.
9 °C 8 °C 8/10
05 - May
10 °C 11 °C 7/10
06 - Jun.
16 °C 15 °C 7/10
07 - Jul.
18 °C 20 °C 5/10
08 - Aug.
17 °C 20 °C 7/10
09 - Sept.
15 °C 18 °C 8/10
10 - Oct.
9 °C 12 °C 6/10
11 - Nov.
4 °C 9 °C 8/10
12 - Dec.
3 °C 6 °C 8/10

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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