Sweden

Gothenburg

Gothenburg is Sweden’s second-largest city and a major transport and cultural hub. While it sits on the west coast by the Kattegat, diving within the city itself is limited; nearby coastal sites and scheduled trips from local dive centers provide access to shallow marine environments and sheltered waters. The city is more about gateways to the western coast dive sites, with a few local options for intro dives or skill refreshers when weather permits. If you’re seeking deep sea or famous wrecks, you’ll need to travel to other Swedish coastlines or nearby archipelago areas. Practical access, good services, and a base for day trips make Gothenburg a comfortable starting point for divers visiting southwestern Sweden.

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 Gothenburg

Nearby Dive Sites (1)

Nearby Dive Centers (5)

Nearby cities for scuba diving around Gothenburg

The best time to dive in Gothenburg

The best months to dive in Gothenburg are from June to August. Temperatures are confortable (14-19°C), currents are mild and the visibility is at its best.

Excellent Good Fair Mitigated
01 - Jan.
2 °C 3 °C 7/10
02 - Feb.
0 °C 1 °C 8/10
03 - Mar.
4 °C 4 °C 8/10
04 - Apr.
9 °C 9 °C 9/10
05 - May
11 °C 13 °C 8/10
06 - Jun.
14 °C 16 °C 7/10
07 - Jul.
19 °C 20 °C 7/10
08 - Aug.
16 °C 19 °C 7/10
09 - Sept.
14 °C 17 °C 7/10
10 - Oct.
9 °C 12 °C 7/10
11 - Nov.
5 °C 8 °C 7/10
12 - Dec.
4 °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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