A good rule of thumb to follow for safe waterskiing is the "100 degree rule." This means that the air temperature plus the water temperature should be greater than or equal to 100 degrees F to be skied comfortably. You can certainly ski in temperatures lower than the combined 100, however, most people feel that it becomes uncomfortable at that point.
Participating in water sports in cold water can be fun if proper precautions are taken to protect your body. Failing to do so can result in frostbite or hypothermia. To better prepare yourself for dip in cooler waters reference my article "Waterskiing in Cold Weather/Water" - Don't be dumb and ski numb. Take preventive measures and know the signs of hypothermia and frostbite.
Wetsuit - Drysuit Temperature Chart
| Water Temperature (farenheit) | How the Water Feels to the Body | What Type of Suit to Wear |
| 80 degrees + | Bath Water | None Needed |
| 72-80 degrees | Comfortable | Wetsuit Trunks or Shorty or Sleeveless Shorty |
| 65-72 degrees | Cool at First | Short John Arms / Full Leg Wetsuit |
| 60-65 degrees | Very Chilly | Full Wetsuit or Dry suit |
| 50-60 degrees | Extremely Chilly | Full Wetsuit or Dry suit or Short John Arms / Full Leg Wetsuit with Jacket |
| 50 degrees and below | May Cause Shock - use caution | Full Wetsuit or Dry suit with gloves, hood, and booties (if applicable) |