What wetsuit for surfing in Israel
Water from about 18 °C in February to 30 °C in August, from the sea temperature at 4 surf spots.
| Month | Water | Wetsuit |
|---|---|---|
| January | 19–20 °C | 🥋 3/2 mm fullsuit |
| February | 18 °C | 🥋 3/2 mm fullsuit |
| March | 18 °C | 🥋 3/2 mm fullsuit |
| April | 20 °C | 🥋 3/2 mm fullsuit |
| May | 22–23 °C | 🩱 Springsuit 2 mm or vest |
| June | 26 °C | 🩳 Boardshorts / rash vest |
| July | 29 °C | 🩳 Boardshorts / rash vest |
| August | 30 °C | 🩳 Boardshorts / rash vest |
| September | 29–30 °C | 🩳 Boardshorts / rash vest |
| October | 27 °C | 🩳 Boardshorts / rash vest |
| November | 24 °C | 🩳 Boardshorts / rash vest |
| December | 21–22 °C | 🩱 Springsuit 2 mm or vest |
Questions
What wetsuit do I need to surf in Israel in winter?
The sea is about 18–22 °C from December to February: a 3/2 mm fullsuit.
What wetsuit do I need to surf in Israel in summer?
About 29–30 °C from June to August: a Boardshorts / rash vest.
Can I surf in boardshorts in Israel?
Yes, when the water reaches about 24 °C: June, July, August, September, October.
Do I need boots, gloves or a hood in Israel?
No: the water stays warm enough without them.