Cold Water Surfing

Although the weather is getting warmer, water temperatures in the northeast are still quite chilly. When the water is cold and you still want to surf, make sure you have a good wetsuit! Below is a rough (and by no means comprehensive) guide to water temperatures and appropriate wetsuit thicknesses – remember, everyone is different and there are many variables that factor in to being comfortable when in cold water. Make sure to research local conditions and cold-water safety before heading out. Stay warm and have fun! 

70+ degrees – 1-2mm wetsuit top
65-70 degrees – 2mm spring suit
60-65 degrees - 3/2mm full suit
55-60 degrees - 4/3mm full suit, 3mm booties
45-55 degrees - 5/4mm hooded full suit, 3mm gloves, 5mm booties
45 and under - 6/5mm hooded full suit, 5mm gloves, 7mm booties