What wetsuit do I need for Thurso East in summer?

In the warmest month (August), water temperature at Thurso East averages around 14.1°C. For surfing, we recommend a 4/3mm fullsuit.

What is the water temperature at Thurso East?

Water temperature at Thurso East ranges from approximately 7.8°C in March to 14.1°C in August.

Do I need boots at Thurso East?

Yes, boots are recommended at Thurso East during January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December when water temperatures drop and wind chill increases.

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Q: Do I need reef boots at Thurso East?

Thurso East has reef, so reef boots or rubber socks are recommended to protect your feet from sharp coral and sea urchins, even in warm water when a wetsuit isn’t needed.

Caithness, Scotland58.6°N

Thurso East in Caithness, Scotland has water temperatures ranging from 7.8°C in March to 14.1°C in August. Even at its warmest, a 4/3mm fullsuit is recommended. In March, you’ll need a 6/5mm fullsuit. Boots are recommended for 12 months of the year. This is a reef spot — reef boots or rubber socks are recommended year-round.

Use the discipline switcher below to see how recommendations change across different sports — a kitesurfer at Thurso East needs different rubber than a surfer.

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Monthly conditions & gear

Based on average conditions for Surfing. Personal preferences may shift your recommendation — use the full tool for a personalized result.

Month	Water	Air	Wind	Suit	Boots	Gloves	Hood
January	8.6°C	6.3°C	34 km/h	5/4mm	5mm	3mm	Yes
February	8°C	7.8°C	32 km/h	6/5mm	7mm	5mm	Yes
March	7.8°C	8.1°C	30 km/h	6/5mm	7mm	5mm	Yes
April	8.4°C	10.5°C	26 km/h	5/4mm	5mm	3mm	Yes
May	10.3°C	13.3°C	24 km/h	5/4mm	5mm	3mm	Yes
June	12°C	15.3°C	26 km/h	5/4mm	3mm	3mm	Yes
July	13.7°C	15.8°C	24 km/h	5/4mm	3mm	3mm	Yes
August	14.1°C	16.5°C	26 km/h	4/3mm	3mm	—	—
September	13.8°C	15.2°C	28 km/h	5/4mm	3mm	3mm	Yes
October	12.6°C	11.9°C	34 km/h	5/4mm	3mm	3mm	Yes
November	11.2°C	8.7°C	29 km/h	5/4mm	5mm	3mm	Yes
December	9.9°C	7.8°C	34 km/h	5/4mm	5mm	3mm	Yes

Recommendations based on industry-validated thresholds from 15 brands and independent sources. Read the methodology

Reef spot

Thurso Easthas reef. Reef boots or rubber socks are recommended to protect your feet from sharp coral and sea urchins — even in warm water when you don't need a wetsuit.

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