Wetsuit Thickness by Water Temperature
Work out the wetsuit thickness you need from water temperature — or pick a dive site and month and use temperatures actually recorded there.
Water temperature
How to look it up
About you
How you feel the cold
Two or more dives chills you further, so the suggestion shifts thicker.
Suggested suit
5mm wetsuit
Treat this as a starting point. Cold tolerance varies a lot between people. If unsure take the thicker option and check with the local shop.
Also bring:boots
Temperature used: 24 ℃
For education and planning support only
This does not replace dive training, a dive computer, or the judgement of the guide or instructor on site. Always follow your certifying agency's training and your own equipment.