What wetsuit for surfing in Oman
Water from about 22 °C in August to 31 °C in June, from the sea temperature at 5 surf spots.
| Month | Water | Wetsuit |
|---|---|---|
| January | 24–25 °C | 🩳 Boardshorts / rash vest |
| February | 24–25 °C | 🩳 Boardshorts / rash vest |
| March | 25–26 °C | 🩳 Boardshorts / rash vest |
| April | 27 °C | 🩳 Boardshorts / rash vest |
| May | 26–30 °C | 🩳 Boardshorts / rash vest |
| June | 25–31 °C | 🩳 Boardshorts / rash vest |
| July | 23–31 °C | 🩱 Springsuit 2 mm or vest |
| August | 22–30 °C | 🩱 Springsuit 2 mm or vest |
| September | 23–30 °C | 🩱 Springsuit 2 mm or vest |
| October | 27–30 °C | 🩳 Boardshorts / rash vest |
| November | 28–29 °C | 🩳 Boardshorts / rash vest |
| December | 26 °C | 🩳 Boardshorts / rash vest |
Questions
What wetsuit do I need to surf in Oman in winter?
The sea is about 24–26 °C from December to February: a Boardshorts / rash vest.
What wetsuit do I need to surf in Oman in summer?
About 22–31 °C from June to August: a Springsuit 2 mm or vest.
Can I surf in boardshorts in Oman?
Yes, when the water reaches about 24 °C: January, February, March, April, May, June, October, November, December.
Do I need boots, gloves or a hood in Oman?
No: the water stays warm enough without them.