The Diving Locker - Pacific Northwest

The team at The Diving Locker are the real deal for Pacific Northwest diving. We’ve always found them incredibly down-to-earth and genuinely passionate about getting people into cold water, which is essential when you’re talking about drysuit diving in these parts. They’re old hands, having been around for ages, and that experience shows in their local knowledge. This isn’t a resort shop focused on warm-water selfies. The Diving Locker specialises in getting you comfortable and confident in the unique conditions of the PNW, from your Open Water to the deeper tech stuff. We especially love their focus on drysuit specialty courses and advanced training, which you’ll absolutely need to appreciate the rich, kelp-forest sites nearby. You’d choose The Diving Locker for their deep-seated understanding of local diving and their commitment to training divers who truly know how to handle the currents and cooler temperatures. They’re a solid pick for anyone serious about exploring this distinct underwater environment.

Location
Pacific Northwest, United States, North America
Coordinates
49.268480, -123.167250
Phone
+1-604-736-2681
Website
https://www.divinglocker.ca/
Courses
Beginner, Continuing Education, Professional, Specialty Courses
Equipment Rental
no
Address
2475, West 4th Avenue, Vancouver, V6K 1P9

Dive Sites Near The Diving Locker

The Diving Locker 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