What wetsuit for surfing in Norway
Water from about 6 °C in February to 15 °C in July, from the sea temperature at 2 surf spots.
| Month | Water | Wetsuit |
|---|---|---|
| January | 6–7 °C | 🧤 6/5 mm hooded boots + gloves |
| February | 6 °C | 🧤 6/5 mm hooded boots + gloves |
| March | 6 °C | 🧤 6/5 mm hooded boots + gloves |
| April | 6–7 °C | 🧤 6/5 mm hooded boots + gloves |
| May | 7–9 °C | 🧤 6/5 mm hooded boots + gloves |
| June | 10–12 °C | 🧤 6/5 mm hooded boots + gloves |
| July | 13–15 °C | 🧤 5/4 mm hooded boots + gloves |
| August | 13–14 °C | 🧤 5/4 mm hooded boots + gloves |
| September | 13–14 °C | 🧤 5/4 mm hooded boots + gloves |
| October | 11–12 °C | 🧤 6/5 mm hooded boots + gloves |
| November | 9–10 °C | 🧤 6/5 mm hooded boots + gloves |
| December | 8 °C | 🧤 6/5 mm hooded boots + gloves |
Questions
What wetsuit do I need to surf in Norway in winter?
The sea is about 6–8 °C from December to February: a 6/5 mm hooded (boots + gloves).
What wetsuit do I need to surf in Norway in summer?
About 13–15 °C from June to August: a 5/4 mm hooded.
Can I surf in boardshorts in Norway?
No: the water stays under 24 °C (at most about 15 °C in July), so a wetsuit all year.
Do I need boots, gloves or a hood in Norway?
In the coldest months, yes: about 6 °C in February calls for boots + gloves.