Pro Tips for SCUBA Diving in New England

Step 1
Use the Correct Dive Gear 

Throughout New England, water temperatures range  drastically requiring divers to consider specific gear for varying water temperatures.. 

Dive shops provide gear advice for all to enjoy diving in New England, even during cooler winter months.

Step 2
Secure a Dive Buddy

​Newer to the area or still adding to a dive-buddy list? Across New England there are ample resources to connect with alike divers.

Dive clubs and shops are a perfect starting point to buddy up.​
We do not recommend diving solo!
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Step 3
​Know the Weather Forecasts

Wind, waves and tides  will help  guide a diver's choice of site. If winds are easterly, Folly Cove is most likely more ideal than  Bass Rock (Massachusetts.)

 The weather tools below note wind and wave forecasts- these are resourceful when selecting a dive site. 

Step 4
Select a Dive site

Once you understand the wind directions, it's better to use that information when you hone in on a dive site. 

Use our pages of dive sites recommendations across New England!

New England Weather Forecasts

Wind

Waves

 Toggle the Day- Time indicator  to view the predicted forecast. Check tide times for tide-dependent sites.  Click and hold Down Arrow Indicator modify highlighted location.