Wetsuit Accessories Temperature Guide

Here is a basic guide to help you choose the correct wetsuit accessories based on the water temperature you will be diving in.

Need help choosing the right wetsuit? Check out our wetsuit buyers guide and get help choosing between Rashguards, Full Dive Skins, Combos, Fullsuits or Drysuits.

WATER TEMPERATURE (F)	ACCESSORIES RECOMMENDATION	RECOMMENDED THICKNESS
80° + (Tropical Waters)	Boots or Neoprene Sock	3mm
70° - 79° (Very Warm)	Boots - Hood	3mm or 5mm
65° - 70° (Warm Water)	Boots - Hood - Gloves	5mm
55° - 64° (Cool Water)	Boots - Hood - Gloves	7mm
48° - 55° (Cold Water)	Boots - Hood - Gloves	7mm
40° - 48° (Very Cold Water)	Boots - Hood - Gloves	7mm
39° - Below (Freezing Water)	Boots - Hood - Gloves	7mm

Check out our entire selection of wetsuits.