What wetsuit for surfing in Madagascar
Water from about 23 °C in September to 30 °C in January, from the sea temperature at 2 surf spots.
| Month | Water | Wetsuit |
|---|---|---|
| January | 27–30 °C | 🩳 Boardshorts / rash vest |
| February | 27–30 °C | 🩳 Boardshorts / rash vest |
| March | 26–29 °C | 🩳 Boardshorts / rash vest |
| April | 26–28 °C | 🩳 Boardshorts / rash vest |
| May | 25–26 °C | 🩳 Boardshorts / rash vest |
| June | 24 °C | 🩳 Boardshorts / rash vest |
| July | 23–24 °C | 🩱 Springsuit 2 mm or vest |
| August | 23 °C | 🩱 Springsuit 2 mm or vest |
| September | 23–25 °C | 🩱 Springsuit 2 mm or vest |
| October | 23–25 °C | 🩱 Springsuit 2 mm or vest |
| November | 24–27 °C | 🩳 Boardshorts / rash vest |
| December | 26–28 °C | 🩳 Boardshorts / rash vest |
Questions
What wetsuit do I need to surf in Madagascar in winter?
The sea is about 26–30 °C from December to February: a Boardshorts / rash vest.
What wetsuit do I need to surf in Madagascar in summer?
About 23–25 °C from June to August: a Springsuit 2 mm or vest.
Can I surf in boardshorts in Madagascar?
Yes, when the water reaches about 24 °C: January, February, March, April, May, November, December.
Do I need boots, gloves or a hood in Madagascar?
No: the water stays warm enough without them.