What wetsuit for surfing in Papua New Guinea
Water from about 29 °C in September to 31 °C in January, from the sea temperature at 4 surf spots.
| Month | Water | Wetsuit |
|---|---|---|
| January | 30–31 °C | 🩳 Boardshorts / rash vest |
| February | 30 °C | 🩳 Boardshorts / rash vest |
| March | 30 °C | 🩳 Boardshorts / rash vest |
| April | 30 °C | 🩳 Boardshorts / rash vest |
| May | 30 °C | 🩳 Boardshorts / rash vest |
| June | 30 °C | 🩳 Boardshorts / rash vest |
| July | 30 °C | 🩳 Boardshorts / rash vest |
| August | 30 °C | 🩳 Boardshorts / rash vest |
| September | 29–30 °C | 🩳 Boardshorts / rash vest |
| October | 30 °C | 🩳 Boardshorts / rash vest |
| November | 30–31 °C | 🩳 Boardshorts / rash vest |
| December | 30–31 °C | 🩳 Boardshorts / rash vest |
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Questions
What wetsuit do I need to surf in Papua New Guinea in winter?
The sea is about 30–31 °C from December to February: a Boardshorts / rash vest.
What wetsuit do I need to surf in Papua New Guinea in summer?
About 29–30 °C from June to August: a Boardshorts / rash vest.
Can I surf in boardshorts in Papua New Guinea?
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 Papua New Guinea?
No: the water stays warm enough without them.