What wetsuit for surfing in Puerto Rico
Water from about 27 °C in February to 30 °C in September, from the sea temperature at 11 surf spots.
| Month | Water | Wetsuit |
|---|---|---|
| January | 28 °C | 🩳 Boardshorts / rash vest |
| February | 27 °C | 🩳 Boardshorts / rash vest |
| March | 27 °C | 🩳 Boardshorts / rash vest |
| April | 27–28 °C | 🩳 Boardshorts / rash vest |
| May | 28–29 °C | 🩳 Boardshorts / rash vest |
| June | 28–29 °C | 🩳 Boardshorts / rash vest |
| July | 29 °C | 🩳 Boardshorts / rash vest |
| August | 29–30 °C | 🩳 Boardshorts / rash vest |
| September | 30 °C | 🩳 Boardshorts / rash vest |
| October | 30 °C | 🩳 Boardshorts / rash vest |
| November | 29 °C | 🩳 Boardshorts / rash vest |
| December | 28–29 °C | 🩳 Boardshorts / rash vest |
Surf towns
Questions
What wetsuit do I need to surf in Puerto Rico 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 Puerto Rico in summer?
About 29–30 °C from June to August: a Boardshorts / rash vest.
Can I surf in boardshorts in Puerto Rico?
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 Puerto Rico?
No: the water stays warm enough without them.