Sweden

Kungsholmen

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Kungsholmen is a central island borough in Stockholm, Sweden. It’s not a diving hotspot itself, but Stockholm’s archipelago and Baltic Sea coastline offer freshwater and saltwater diving within easy reach of the city. Local diving options are limited in the immediate urban area, so most divers train or prepare here before day trips to nearby dive centers and shore entries around Stockholm. The surrounding region is known for calm Baltic conditions, with visibility commonly varying by season, and marine life including small fish, some crabs, and plant life typical of brackish coastal waters. For dedicated diving, access is primarily through nearby ports and coastal centers a short ride away from the city.

Essential information for traveling in Sweden

About Sweden

Sea
Baltic Sea, Gulf of Bothnia, Skagerrak, Kattega...
Timezone
Europe/Stockholm
Languages
SV
Demonym
Swedish
Phone prefix
+46

Practicalities

Currency
SEK
Voltage
230
Plug type
Type C, Type F
Airports
ARN GOT MMX VBY LPI

Diving specifics

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

Dive sites and dive centers around Kungsholmen

Nearby Dive Sites (14)

Nearby cities for scuba diving around Kungsholmen

The best time to dive in Kungsholmen

The best months to dive in Kungsholmen are from June to September. Temperatures are confortable (15-19°C), currents are mild and the visibility is at its best.

Excellent Good Fair Mitigated
01 - Jan.
-1 °C 0 °C 7/10
02 - Feb.
-1 °C 0 °C 9/10
03 - Mar.
4 °C 2 °C 9/10
04 - Apr.
7 °C 7 °C 9/10
05 - May
10 °C 11 °C 8/10
06 - Jun.
16 °C 16 °C 7/10
07 - Jul.
19 °C 22 °C 7/10
08 - Aug.
16 °C 22 °C 7/10
09 - Sept.
15 °C 19 °C 7/10
10 - Oct.
8 °C 13 °C 7/10
11 - Nov.
3 °C 8 °C 8/10
12 - Dec.
3 °C 5 °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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