Norway

Akershus

Akershus - photo 1

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Akershus is a coastal administrative region in Norway, surrounding Oslofjord and featuring a mix of sheltered shoreline and fjord habitats. Diving here is generally limited by the shallow, brackish to cold waters and fewer well-known dive sites, with access primarily from local gateways around Oslo and the southern fjord towns. The region’s proximity to freshwater inflows and seasonal visibility can affect conditions, so divers typically focus on nearby well-documented centres and sites outside the main urban core for planning. Nearby Nesodden and Asker offer potential shore-access points along the fjord, while Svestad provides a nearby reference for local water bodies. Overall, Akershus presents a low-profile, access-friendly option for regional coastal diving in Norway, with more notable diving concentrated in other parts of the country.

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)

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The best times to dive in the Akershus region

The best months to dive in Akershus are from June to August. Temperatures are confortable (15-20°C), currents are mild and the visibility is at its best.

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

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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