What wetsuit for surfing in Fiji
Water from about 25 °C in September to 30 °C in February, from the sea temperature at 10 surf spots.
| Month | Water | Wetsuit |
|---|---|---|
| January | 29 °C | 🩳 Boardshorts / rash vest |
| February | 30 °C | 🩳 Boardshorts / rash vest |
| March | 29–30 °C | 🩳 Boardshorts / rash vest |
| April | 29–30 °C | 🩳 Boardshorts / rash vest |
| May | 28–29 °C | 🩳 Boardshorts / rash vest |
| June | 27 °C | 🩳 Boardshorts / rash vest |
| July | 26–27 °C | 🩳 Boardshorts / rash vest |
| August | 26 °C | 🩳 Boardshorts / rash vest |
| September | 25–26 °C | 🩳 Boardshorts / rash vest |
| October | 26–27 °C | 🩳 Boardshorts / rash vest |
| November | 27–28 °C | 🩳 Boardshorts / rash vest |
| December | 28–29 °C | 🩳 Boardshorts / rash vest |
Surf towns
Questions
What wetsuit do I need to surf in Fiji in winter?
The sea is about 28–30 °C from December to February: a Boardshorts / rash vest.
What wetsuit do I need to surf in Fiji in summer?
About 25–27 °C from June to August: a Boardshorts / rash vest.
Can I surf in boardshorts in Fiji?
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 Fiji?
No: the water stays warm enough without them.