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Surf foiling in Morocco

1 surf foiling spots in Morocco. The colours show each month: the stronger, the better for surf foiling.

Find the best time to goTap a spot to see when to go: wind, waves, water temperature, sun and rain in every month, from years of weather statistics.

Updated October 2026 · weather data 2022–2026

In short

Best waves in Morocco: January, April, October–December (around 2.3 m, water 18°C, 4/3 wetsuit).
Top picks: Essaouira.

EssaouiraMarrakesh-Safi, Morocco · best January–April, October–DecemberIntermediate and up · 18°C water in season, 4/3 wetsuit · ✈ ESU 14 km

Wave height per month (m, average daily max)

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Wave height: average daily maximum.

Month by month in Morocco

Month	Waves	Water	Wetsuit	Air
JanuaryJan	2.5 m	17°C	4/3 wetsuit	20°C
FebruaryFeb	2.6 m	17°C	4/3 wetsuit	21°C
MarchMar	2.8 m	17°C	4/3 wetsuit	20°C
AprilApr	2.2 m	18°C	4/3 wetsuit	22°C
MayMay	1.8 m	18°C	4/3 wetsuit	23°C
JuneJun	1.7 m	19°C	3/2 wetsuit	24°C
JulyJul	1.7 m	18°C	4/3 wetsuit	26°C
AugustAug	1.7 m	19°C	3/2 wetsuit	27°C
SeptemberSep	1.8 m	19°C	3/2 wetsuit	26°C
OctoberOct	2 m	19°C	3/2 wetsuit	25°C
NovemberNov	2.3 m	19°C	3/2 wetsuit	24°C
DecemberDec	2.4 m	18°C	4/3 wetsuit	21°C

Best months highlighted. Air: average daytime high.

Questions

When is the best time for surf foiling in Morocco?

Best waves in Morocco: January, April, October–December (around 2.3 m, water 18°C, 4/3 wetsuit).

What wetsuit do I need in Morocco?

It depends on the month: about 19°C water in October (3/2 wetsuit) and about 17°C in February (4/3 wetsuit).

Is Morocco good for beginners?

The spots here suit intermediate and advanced riders more than beginners.

Which airport is closest?

Essaouira-Mogador Airport (ESU), 14 km from Essaouira.

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