Russia
Franz Josef Land
About this Dive Site
Description
Venture to the remote Franz Josef Land archipelago for an unparalleled Arctic diving experience. Witness the dramatic interplay of glaciers and icebergs as you explore these frigid waters, keeping an eye out for seals, walruses, and an array of Arctic marine life.
Best Time to Dive
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| -1°C | -1°C | -1°C | -1°C | 1°C | 3°C | 4°C | 5°C | 3°C | 1°C | -1°C | -1°C |
Peak Season
May, June, March, April, July, August, September
Jan
Polar night, potential for aurora borealis sightings from the surface
Feb
Polar night, ice conditions can be challenging
Mar
Increasing daylight, ice floes can create interesting dive sites
Apr
Longer daylight hours, good ice diving conditions
More monthly highlights
May
Ice melt begins, creating open water areas, abundant marine life
Jun
Peak season for whale sightings (bowhead, beluga), abundant seals
Jul
Continued good whale and seal activity, potential for seabird colonies
Aug
Late season for marine mammals, diverse fish species
Sep
Autumn colors on land, marine life preparing for winter
Oct
Ice formation begins, shorter daylight hours
Nov
Increasing ice cover, polar night approaches
Dec
Polar night, ideal for ice diving
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