southwardbound Posted February 25, 2007 #1 Share Posted February 25, 2007 We are going to be snorkeling in Nassau and Freeport mid March and were wondering if we will need to bring wetsuits? The wetsuits that we have are short sleeves and pants. Would they be provided by the outfitter if needed? Is there usually a charge for this? Thanks.:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sportsterjohn Posted February 25, 2007 #2 Share Posted February 25, 2007 It is hard to predict. I had a key largo dive trip scheduled a few years ago during march and a cold front came through. High temps for a few of the days were low 60s, ocean temps were 70's. So yes, that week a wetsuit was needed. Other times the temps have been in the 80s and no suit was needed. The dive op will have wet suits and usually rent them for about $10. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
southwardbound Posted February 25, 2007 Author #3 Share Posted February 25, 2007 Thanks for the info.:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SantaAna,CA Posted March 6, 2007 #4 Share Posted March 6, 2007 You didn't say what it was for, and it makes a difference. As the water temperature drops as you descend, I always wear a full 3/2MM suit (not a shorty) and a vest with hood attached on my scuba dives. Oh yeah...people laugh at me, but you know what? I am never shivering after my second dive, and lots of others are! If you are snorkling, I wouldn't say all this protection matters, but I have never been "too warm" on a dive! Jane ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flvol77 Posted March 6, 2007 #5 Share Posted March 6, 2007 We are going to be snorkeling in Nassau and Freeport mid March and were wondering if we will need to bring wetsuits? The wetsuits that we have are short sleeves and pants. Would they be provided by the outfitter if needed? Is there usually a charge for this? Thanks.:) water temps are in the mid 70's and I doubt they will warm up too much by mid march - anything under 80 is cold to me - We went snorkeling in Cozumel and it was 81 and it took me about 15 mins to get use to it - I am a fl boy I like bath water - I think it just depends on what you are use to and like. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
river_sand_bar2 Posted March 6, 2007 #6 Share Posted March 6, 2007 I dove this weekend and the water was a chilly 52 deg at depth. So, ANY water over 70 deg, I am going with just skin. I love the feeling of the water glide over me as I dive. It also helps to keep buoyancy in line as you dont wanna brush against any fire coral. Worst case a shorty at the most I would think. But then again... everyone has different reactions to the cold. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ScubaJim Posted March 22, 2007 #7 Share Posted March 22, 2007 Check with http://www.weatherunderground.com. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stevesan Posted March 22, 2007 #8 Share Posted March 22, 2007 We are going to be snorkeling in Nassau and Freeport mid March and were wondering if we will need to bring wetsuits? The wetsuits that we have are short sleeves and pants. Would they be provided by the outfitter if needed? Is there usually a charge for this? Thanks.:) Snorkel trip operators supply only basic snorkel gear. Bahamas water temp is a bit cool. If you have the wetsuit top, bring it. I don't think the pants are necessary, but it's a good idea to ward off chilling the old torso. You might consider a rash guard shirt. It takes up very little space, provides some warmth, helps with sun block and wards off the little stingy things. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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