Deep Ocean Explore Store - California
The team at Deep Ocean Explore Store in California are our go-to for really nailing those foundational skills. We love that they focus on small class sizes, 5:1 is a genuinely good ratio when you’re trying to master buoyancy in a kelp forest. They’re PADI and SDI, which covers most bases, but it’s their dedication to getting new divers comfortable in local waters that really stands out. We’ve seen their students navigate some brisk Monterey Bay conditions with a confidence that speaks volumes about the training. Their local guided dives are top-notch; we’ve had some cracking encounters with playful sea lions around Breakwater with their guides. If you’re serious about becoming a competent diver, especially one who can handle the varied conditions of the Pacific, this is a solid choice. Just remember to bring your own gear, as they don’t do rentals.
- Location
- California, United States, North America
- Coordinates
- 37.782590, -122.298800
- Phone
- +1-510-626-9044
- Website
- https://www.deepoceanexplorestore.com/
- Certification Agencies
- PADI, SDI
- Courses
- yes
- Equipment Rental
- no
- Address
- 650, West Tower Avenue, Alameda, 94501
Dive Sites Near Deep Ocean Explore Store
Deep Ocean Explore Store provides access to 15 dive sites in California.
Other Dive Centres in California
- Adventure Sports Unlimited - PADI
- Adventure West Scuba - PADI
- Aloha Scuba
- Anderson's SCUBA diving
- Any Water Dive Center - PADI, DAN
- Aquanautics Dive, Inc - ["PADI"]
- Aquarius Dive Shop
- Aqua Safaris - EFR, DAN
- Aqua Sports
- ASD Scuba School
Best Time to Dive in California
The warmest water temperatures in California occur in August, averaging 20.6°C (up to 24.0°C). The coolest conditions are in February at 14.0°C.
The calmest sea conditions are typically in July with average wave heights of 0.60m.
Monthly Water Temperatures
- January: 14.4°C (air: 14.0°C)
- February: 14.0°C (air: 13.8°C)
- March: 14.2°C (air: 13.3°C)
- April: 14.9°C (air: 14.3°C)
- May: 16.6°C (air: 15.4°C)
- June: 18.9°C (air: 17.4°C)
- July: 20.4°C (air: 18.9°C)
- August: 20.6°C (air: 19.6°C)
- September: 20.4°C (air: 19.7°C)
- October: 18.8°C (air: 18.4°C)
- November: 16.3°C (air: 16.0°C)
- December: 15.6°C (air: 14.3°C)
Marine Life in California
Home to 10 recorded species including 8 reef fish, 1 other, 1 octopus & squid.
Notable Marine Life
- Vernal Pool Fairy Shrimp (Branchinecta lynchi)
- Rainbow Trout (Oncorhynchus mykiss) - Reef Fish
- Western Mosquitofish (Gambusia affinis) - Reef Fish
- Sea Trout (Salmo trutta) - Reef Fish
- Little post horn squid (Spirula spirula) - Octopus & Squid
- Prickly sculpin (Cottus asper) - Reef Fish
- cutthroat trout (Oncorhynchus clarkii) - Reef Fish
- Striped Bass (Morone saxatilis) - Reef Fish
- brook trout (Salvelinus fontinalis) - Reef Fish
- Ribbonfish (Lepidopus caudatus) - Reef Fish
Recommended Packing List for California
Based on average water temperature of 17.1°C.
- Wetsuit (5-7mm) - recommended for 17°C water
- Hood & Gloves (3-5mm) - helps retain warmth
- Mask - essential for every dive
- Fins
- BCD - buoyancy compensator
- Regulator - your most safety-critical piece of gear
- Dive Computer - tracks depth, time, and NDL
- Surface Marker Buoy (SMB) - essential for boat pickups
- Dive Torch - useful for crevices and colour at depth
- Underwater Camera - capture your diving memories