What wetsuit for surfing in Ecuador
Water from about 24 °C in November to 29 °C in March, from the sea temperature at 6 surf spots.
| Month | Water | Wetsuit |
|---|---|---|
| January | 26–27 °C | 🩳 Boardshorts / rash vest |
| February | 27–28 °C | 🩳 Boardshorts / rash vest |
| March | 28–29 °C | 🩳 Boardshorts / rash vest |
| April | 27–28 °C | 🩳 Boardshorts / rash vest |
| May | 26–28 °C | 🩳 Boardshorts / rash vest |
| June | 25–28 °C | 🩳 Boardshorts / rash vest |
| July | 25–28 °C | 🩳 Boardshorts / rash vest |
| August | 25–28 °C | 🩳 Boardshorts / rash vest |
| September | 26–28 °C | 🩳 Boardshorts / rash vest |
| October | 25–27 °C | 🩳 Boardshorts / rash vest |
| November | 24–27 °C | 🩳 Boardshorts / rash vest |
| December | 25–27 °C | 🩳 Boardshorts / rash vest |
By region
The coast is not one temperature: the coldest and warmest month in each region.
| Region | Coldest | Warmest |
|---|---|---|
| Galapagos | November: 22 °C, Springsuit 2 mm or vest | March: 28 °C, Boardshorts / rash vest |
| Santa Elena | November: 24 °C, Boardshorts / rash vest | March: 28 °C, Boardshorts / rash vest |
| Manabi | November: 24 °C, Boardshorts / rash vest | March: 28 °C, Boardshorts / rash vest |
Surf towns
Questions
What wetsuit do I need to surf in Ecuador in winter?
The sea is about 25–28 °C from December to February: a Boardshorts / rash vest.
What wetsuit do I need to surf in Ecuador in summer?
About 25–28 °C from June to August: a Boardshorts / rash vest.
Can I surf in boardshorts in Ecuador?
Yes, when the water reaches about 24 °C: January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, December.
Do I need boots, gloves or a hood in Ecuador?
No: the water stays warm enough without them.