What wetsuit for surfing in Colombia
Water from about 26 °C in February to 31 °C in September, from the sea temperature at 5 surf spots.
| Month | Water | Wetsuit |
|---|---|---|
| January | 26–29 °C | 🩳 Boardshorts / rash vest |
| February | 26–28 °C | 🩳 Boardshorts / rash vest |
| March | 26–29 °C | 🩳 Boardshorts / rash vest |
| April | 27–29 °C | 🩳 Boardshorts / rash vest |
| May | 28–30 °C | 🩳 Boardshorts / rash vest |
| June | 28–30 °C | 🩳 Boardshorts / rash vest |
| July | 27–30 °C | 🩳 Boardshorts / rash vest |
| August | 28–30 °C | 🩳 Boardshorts / rash vest |
| September | 29–31 °C | 🩳 Boardshorts / rash vest |
| October | 30 °C | 🩳 Boardshorts / rash vest |
| November | 29–30 °C | 🩳 Boardshorts / rash vest |
| December | 27–29 °C | 🩳 Boardshorts / rash vest |
Questions
What wetsuit do I need to surf in Colombia in winter?
The sea is about 26–29 °C from December to February: a Boardshorts / rash vest.
What wetsuit do I need to surf in Colombia in summer?
About 27–31 °C from June to August: a Boardshorts / rash vest.
Can I surf in boardshorts in Colombia?
Yes, when the water reaches about 24 °C: January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December.
Do I need boots, gloves or a hood in Colombia?
No: the water stays warm enough without them.