Tacoma Scuba - Pacific Northwest

Tacoma Scuba is your entry point to the Pacific Northwest’s distinct cold-water diving. They focus on local dive sites, which means you’re getting direct access to the region’s unique conditions and creatures, like giant Pacific octopuses and wolf eels. We’d suggest them for divers keen to master drysuit diving and explore the vibrant life hiding in Puget Sound's chilly depths. If you’re serious about diving in Washington, this is a solid choice.

Location
Pacific Northwest, United States, North America
Coordinates
47.233600, -122.455430
Phone
+1-253-238-1754
Website
https://www.tacomascuba.com/
Courses
Recreational SCUBA Classes, Specialty SCUBA Classes, Technical SCUBA Classes, Beginner, Refresher, Rescue Diver, Master Diver, Advanced SCUBA Diver
Equipment Rental
no
Address
1602, Center Street, Tacoma, 98409, US

Dive Sites Near Tacoma Scuba

Tacoma Scuba provides access to 15 dive sites in Pacific Northwest.

Other Dive Centres in Pacific Northwest

Best Time to Dive in Pacific Northwest

The warmest water temperatures in Pacific Northwest occur in August, averaging 16.5°C (up to 15.6°C). The coolest conditions are in February at 6.9°C.

Monthly Water Temperatures

  • January: 7.1°C (air: 6.3°C)
  • February: 6.9°C (air: 4.5°C)
  • March: 7.7°C (air: 6.6°C)
  • April: 9.5°C (air: 8.7°C)
  • May: 12.0°C (air: 11.7°C)
  • June: 14.0°C (air: 13.7°C)
  • July: 15.7°C (air: 14.9°C)
  • August: 16.5°C (air: 15.7°C)
  • September: 14.3°C (air: 14.0°C)
  • October: 11.4°C (air: 10.5°C)
  • November: 8.8°C (air: 7.4°C)
  • December: 7.7°C (air: 5.5°C)

Marine Life in Pacific Northwest

Home to 38 recorded species including 18 reef fish, 7 crabs & lobsters, 3 whales & dolphins, 2 sharks & rays, 2 clams & mussels, 2 sea urchins.

Notable Marine Life

Recommended Packing List for Pacific Northwest

Based on average water temperature of 11.0°C, currents 7 cm/s.

  • Wetsuit (5-7mm) - recommended for 11°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