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Windsurfing in Morocco
2 windsurfing spots in Morocco. The colours show each month: the stronger, the better for windsurfing.
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 time for windsurfing in Morocco: July–August. Then about 24 windy days a month and water around 18°C (4/3 wetsuit).
- Top picks: Moulay Bouzerktoun & Essaouira.
Moulay BouzerktounMarrakech-Safi, Morocco · best July–AugustAdvanced only · 18°C water in season, 4/3 wetsuit · ✈ ESU 28 kmWindy days per month (15+ knots)
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EssaouiraMarrakesh-Safi, Morocco · best July–AugustIntermediate and up · 19°C water in season, 3/2 wetsuit · ✈ ESU 14 kmWindy days per month (15+ knots)
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Best time to go →Windy days: days with at least 2 hours of 15+ knots between 9:00 and 18:00, averaged over recent years.
Month by month in Morocco
| Month | Windy days | Water | Wetsuit | Air |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 11 | 17°C | 4/3 wetsuit | 21°C |
| FebruaryFeb | 14 | 17°C | 4/3 wetsuit | 21°C |
| MarchMar | 18 | 17°C | 4/3 wetsuit | 20°C |
| AprilApr | 18 | 18°C | 4/3 wetsuit | 23°C |
| MayMay | 20 | 18°C | 4/3 wetsuit | 24°C |
| JuneJun | 19 | 19°C | 3/2 wetsuit | 25°C |
| JulyJul | 24 | 18°C | 4/3 wetsuit | 27°C |
| AugustAug | 25 | 19°C | 3/2 wetsuit | 28°C |
| SeptemberSep | 18 | 19°C | 3/2 wetsuit | 27°C |
| OctoberOct | 12 | 19°C | 3/2 wetsuit | 26°C |
| NovemberNov | 13 | 19°C | 3/2 wetsuit | 24°C |
| DecemberDec | 10 | 18°C | 4/3 wetsuit | 21°C |
Averages of the 2 spots on this page. Best months highlighted. Air: average daytime high.
Questions
When is the best time for windsurfing in Morocco?
Best time for windsurfing in Morocco: July–August. Then about 24 windy days a month and water around 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), 28 km from Moulay Bouzerktoun.
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