What wetsuit do you need in Isle of Man?
The one suit that covers most of the swimming season, for 3 coastal cities in Isle of Man.
| City | Coldest | Warmest | One suit for the season |
|---|---|---|---|
| Douglas | 8.5°C Mar | 15.6°C Aug | 5/4 mm full suit |
| Ramsey | 8.1°C Feb | 15.9°C Aug | 3/2 mm full suit |
| Peel | 8.6°C Mar | 15.3°C Aug | 3/2 mm full suit |
Thicknesses above are for swimming. Surfing the same water wants a step more — most of a session is spent sitting still in the wind rather than moving and immersed. Each city page gives both, along with when you need boots, gloves and a hood.
Sea temperature and swimming season in Isle of Man →
Boots below 14°C, gloves below 12°C, a hood below 10°C. Where the numbers come from