What wetsuit for surfing in Mauritius
Water from about 24 °C in August to 29 °C in February, from the sea temperature at 4 surf spots.
| Month | Water | Wetsuit |
|---|---|---|
| January | 28 °C | 🩳 Boardshorts / rash vest |
| February | 29 °C | 🩳 Boardshorts / rash vest |
| March | 29 °C | 🩳 Boardshorts / rash vest |
| April | 28–29 °C | 🩳 Boardshorts / rash vest |
| May | 27–28 °C | 🩳 Boardshorts / rash vest |
| June | 26 °C | 🩳 Boardshorts / rash vest |
| July | 25 °C | 🩳 Boardshorts / rash vest |
| August | 24–25 °C | 🩳 Boardshorts / rash vest |
| September | 24 °C | 🩳 Boardshorts / rash vest |
| October | 24–25 °C | 🩳 Boardshorts / rash vest |
| November | 26 °C | 🩳 Boardshorts / rash vest |
| December | 27–28 °C | 🩳 Boardshorts / rash vest |
Questions
What wetsuit do I need to surf in Mauritius in winter?
The sea is about 27–29 °C from December to February: a Boardshorts / rash vest.
What wetsuit do I need to surf in Mauritius in summer?
About 24–25 °C from June to August: a Boardshorts / rash vest.
Can I surf in boardshorts in Mauritius?
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 Mauritius?
No: the water stays warm enough without them.