What is a 3/2 Wetsuit?
A 3/2 wetsuit means different thicknesses in different parts of the suit — on purpose.
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3mm neoprene in the core (chest, back, thighs)
Keeps your body warm where it matters most.
With or without a thermal inner layer. -
2mm neoprene in the arms and legs
Lighter, stretchier, easier paddling and smoother turns. - Ideal water temp: 58–68°F / 14–20°C
- Best seasons: spring, summer, fall.
What temperature is a 3/2 full wetsuit for?
If the water temperature is:
- Too cold for a springsuit
- Too warm for a 4/3
…you're in 3/2 territory.
Typical 3/2 conditions:
- Northern & Central California summer
- Southern California spring and fall
- Atlantic ocean summer surf
- Portugal late spring through early fall
Sizing and Fit Guide
A good 3/2 should:
- Feel really tight, not comfy like a hoodie
- Sit flat on your lower back and neck
- Have no loose fabric behind the knees or under the arms
- Stay tight in the chest without restricting breath
If water pools inside the suit — it's too big.
If you can't raise your arms — it's too small.
Men’s Wetsuit Size Chart
| Imperial | Metric | |||
| Size | Height, ft-in | Weight, lbs | Height, cm | Weight, kg |
| XXS | 5'3" - 5'5" | 117 - 132 | 160 - 165 | 53 - 60 |
| XS | 5'5" - 5'7" | 126 - 141 | 165 - 170 | 57 - 64 |
| S | 5'7" - 5'9" | 135 - 150 | 170 - 175 | 61 - 68 |
| MS | 5'7" - 5'9" | 163 - 180 | 170 - 175 | 74 - 82 |
| M | 5'9" - 5'11" | 154 - 170 | 175 - 180 | 70 - 77 |
| ML | 5'10" - 6'0" | 163 - 180 | 177 - 182 | 74 - 82 |
| MT | 5'11" - 6'1" | 163 - 180 | 180 - 185 | 74 - 82 |
| L | 5'11" - 6'1" | 174 - 190 | 180 - 185 | 79 - 86 |
| XL | 6'0" - 6'2" | 190 - 205 | 183 - 188 | 86 - 93 |
| XXL | 6'1" - 6'3" | 205 - 221 | 186 - 191 | 93 - 100 |
Women’s Wetsuit Size Chart
| Imperial | Metric | |||
| Size | Height, ft-in | Weight, lbs | Height, cm | Weight, kg |
| 2 | 5'1" - 5'3" | 88 - 106 | 155 - 160 | 40 - 48 |
| 4 | 5'3" - 5'5" | 101 - 119 | 160 - 165 | 46 - 54 |
| 6 | 5'4" - 5'6" | 112 - 128 | 163 - 168 | 51 - 58 |
| 8 | 5'5" - 5'7" | 119 - 137 | 165 - 170 | 54 - 62 |
| 10 | 5'6" - 5'8" | 130 - 150 | 168 - 173 | 59 - 68 |
| 12 | 5'7" - 5'9" | 141 - 161 | 170 - 175 | 64 - 73 |
JANGA suits are cut for real surfers, not mannequins. If you're between sizes or built differently, custom is always an option.
No zip, chest zip or back zip?
There's no "best" — just what fits your surf life.
Back Zip
- Easiest entry/exit
- Lets in a bit more water
- Best for beginners, casual surfers, schools & rentals
Chest Zip
- More watertight seal
- Better flexibility
- Easy entry
- Preferred by most surfers
Zip-Free (Zipperless)
- Maximum flexibility
- Minimal water entry
- Harder to put on at first
- Premium performance option
Once you go zip-free, it's hard to go back.
Seam Construction Types
Seams decide how warm (and how long-lasting) your wetsuit really is.
Flatlock Seams
- Best for: 68°F+ water
- Pros: Flexible, durable, affordable
- Cons: Lets some water through
- Great for warm-water surfers, school & rental suits
Sealed (GBS) Seams
- Best for: 62-68°F water
- Glued and blind-stitched
- Better water resistance than flatlock
- Solid everyday option
Sealed & Taped Seams
- Best for: 58°F+ water
- Maximum durability and warmth
- Fully watertight construction
- Premium choice for longer, colder sessions
Our favorite 3/2 wetsuits
Real surf testing — not lab guesses
