A guide to help you choose the right wetsuit and accessory during the 4 seasons of surfing in Victoria, Australia. Our chart helps you evaluate what to bring to the surf break / wave pool when the conditions are chilly or 32 in the shade. Navigate wether you need to bring booties, gloves, hoody or just board shorts.
Season |
General |
Cold / Early Morn. |
Don't Feel The Cold |
Wave Pool |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | Spring suit or wetsuit jacket for warmer days, short arm steamer or full length steamer for the rest | 3/2 Steamer | Spring suit or wetsuit jacket | Boardshorts & jacket, or springsuit |
| Autumn | 3/2 Steamer | 3/2 Steamer & boots | Short arm steamer or long arm springsuit | 3/2 steamer |
| Winter | 4/3 Steamer & Boots | 4/3 Steamer, boots gloves and hood | 3/2 steamer & boots | 5/4 or 4/3 steamer, boots, gloves, hood (generally 9 degrees or less) |
| Spring | 4/3 Steamer | 4/3 Steamer, boots gloves and hood | 3/2 steamer | 4/3 steamer |