What wetsuit for surfing in South Korea
Water from about 8 °C in February to 28 °C in August, from the sea temperature at 7 surf spots.
| Month | Water | Wetsuit |
|---|---|---|
| January | 11–12 °C | 🧤 6/5 mm hooded boots + gloves |
| February | 8–10 °C | 🧤 6/5 mm hooded boots + gloves |
| March | 9–12 °C | 🧤 6/5 mm hooded boots + gloves |
| April | 11–14 °C | 🧤 6/5 mm hooded boots + gloves |
| May | 15–17 °C | 🥋 4/3 mm fullsuit boots in winter |
| June | 19–21 °C | 🥋 3/2 mm fullsuit |
| July | 24–25 °C | 🩳 Boardshorts / rash vest |
| August | 26–28 °C | 🩳 Boardshorts / rash vest |
| September | 24–26 °C | 🩳 Boardshorts / rash vest |
| October | 20–23 °C | 🥋 3/2 mm fullsuit |
| November | 17–19 °C | 🥋 4/3 mm fullsuit |
| December | 13–14 °C | 🧤 5/4 mm hooded boots + gloves |
Questions
What wetsuit do I need to surf in South Korea in winter?
The sea is about 8–14 °C from December to February: a 6/5 mm hooded (boots + gloves).
What wetsuit do I need to surf in South Korea in summer?
About 24–28 °C from June to August: a Boardshorts / rash vest.
Can I surf in boardshorts in South Korea?
Yes, when the water reaches about 24 °C: July, August, September.
Do I need boots, gloves or a hood in South Korea?
In the coldest months, yes: about 8 °C in February calls for boots + gloves.