Sweden

Sandhamn

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Sandhamn is a coastal village in Stockholm County, Sweden, situated in the Baltic Sea. It’s known more as a sailing and summer resort than a primary diving hub. Nearby dive access comes from the broader Stockholm archipelago and coastal centers reachable by boat or day trips elsewhere in the region. The Baltic Sea here features sheltered conditions with cool to cold water, low to moderate visibility in some seasons, and typical cold-water marine life. For divers, options are mainly regional dive centers offering training, equipment rental, and occasional day trips, but there are no major dive sites right on Sandhamn itself. If you’re passing through Stockholm’s archipelago, you’ll find practical access to shore-in, shore-out diving and local courses, with freshwater training options limited to inland facilities in the region.

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 Sandhamn

Nearby Dive Sites (8)

Nearby cities for scuba diving around Sandhamn

The best time to dive in Sandhamn

The best months to dive in Sandhamn are from June to September. Temperatures are confortable (15-18°C), currents are mild and the visibility is at its best.

Excellent Good Fair Mitigated
01 - Jan.
0 °C 1 °C 7/10
02 - Feb.
-1 °C 0 °C 8/10
03 - Mar.
4 °C 2 °C 8/10
04 - Apr.
7 °C 5 °C 8/10
05 - May
9 °C 8 °C 8/10
06 - Jun.
15 °C 13 °C 7/10
07 - Jul.
18 °C 18 °C 7/10
08 - Aug.
16 °C 19 °C 7/10
09 - Sept.
15 °C 17 °C 7/10
10 - Oct.
9 °C 12 °C 7/10
11 - Nov.
4 °C 8 °C 8/10
12 - Dec.
4 °C 5 °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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