What wetsuit do you need in Faroe Islands?
The one suit that covers most of the swimming season, for 2 coastal cities in Faroe Islands.
| City | Coldest | Warmest | One suit for the season |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tórshavn | 6.7°C Feb | 10.6°C Sep | 5/4 mm full suit |
| Klaksvík | 6.7°C Feb | 10.6°C Sep | 5/4 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 Faroe Islands →
Boots below 14°C, gloves below 12°C, a hood below 10°C. Where the numbers come from