When is a dry suit usually the better choice?

In water below about 15 C.

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  1. For shallow snorkeling only
  2. In water below about 15 C ✔
  3. In warm tropical water

Why: Dry suits suit cold water below about 15 C or long immersion, keeping water out for better insulation.

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Dry suits keep the cold at bay, not the water.
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Answer: In water below about 15 C. Dry suits suit cold water below about 15 C or long immersion, keeping water out for better insulation.

  1. Scuba diving en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Scuba_diving
    Dry suits are usually used where the water temperature is below 15 °C
    Checked 2026-11-07.

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