What wetsuit for surfing in China
Water from about 13 °C in February to 30 °C in August, from the sea temperature at 4 surf spots.
| Month | Water | Wetsuit |
|---|---|---|
| January | 14–22 °C | 🧤 5/4 mm hooded boots + gloves |
| February | 13–23 °C | 🧤 5/4 mm hooded boots + gloves |
| March | 14–24 °C | 🧤 5/4 mm hooded boots + gloves |
| April | 20–25 °C | 🥋 3/2 mm fullsuit |
| May | 24–28 °C | 🩳 Boardshorts / rash vest |
| June | 27–28 °C | 🩳 Boardshorts / rash vest |
| July | 27–29 °C | 🩳 Boardshorts / rash vest |
| August | 26–30 °C | 🩳 Boardshorts / rash vest |
| September | 28–29 °C | 🩳 Boardshorts / rash vest |
| October | 27–29 °C | 🩳 Boardshorts / rash vest |
| November | 21–26 °C | 🩱 Springsuit 2 mm or vest |
| December | 17–24 °C | 🥋 4/3 mm fullsuit |
Questions
What wetsuit do I need to surf in China in winter?
The sea is about 13–24 °C from December to February: a 5/4 mm hooded (boots + gloves).
What wetsuit do I need to surf in China in summer?
About 26–30 °C from June to August: a Boardshorts / rash vest.
Can I surf in boardshorts in China?
Yes, when the water reaches about 24 °C: June, July, August, September, October.
Do I need boots, gloves or a hood in China?
In the coldest months, yes: about 13 °C in February calls for boots + gloves.