What wetsuit for surfing in Egypt
Water from about 17 °C in February to 29 °C in August, from the sea temperature at 3 surf spots.
| Month | Water | Wetsuit |
|---|---|---|
| January | 18–19 °C | 🥋 3/2 mm fullsuit |
| February | 17–18 °C | 🥋 4/3 mm fullsuit |
| March | 18 °C | 🥋 3/2 mm fullsuit |
| April | 19–20 °C | 🥋 3/2 mm fullsuit |
| May | 21–22 °C | 🩱 Springsuit 2 mm or vest |
| June | 24–25 °C | 🩳 Boardshorts / rash vest |
| July | 27–28 °C | 🩳 Boardshorts / rash vest |
| August | 29 °C | 🩳 Boardshorts / rash vest |
| September | 28 °C | 🩳 Boardshorts / rash vest |
| October | 26 °C | 🩳 Boardshorts / rash vest |
| November | 23–24 °C | 🩱 Springsuit 2 mm or vest |
| December | 20–21 °C | 🥋 3/2 mm fullsuit |
Questions
What wetsuit do I need to surf in Egypt in winter?
The sea is about 17–21 °C from December to February: a 4/3 mm fullsuit (boots in winter).
What wetsuit do I need to surf in Egypt in summer?
About 27–29 °C from June to August: a Boardshorts / rash vest.
Can I surf in boardshorts in Egypt?
Yes, when the water reaches about 24 °C: June, July, August, September, October.
Do I need boots, gloves or a hood in Egypt?
No: the water stays warm enough without them.