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Surfing Morocco in September: Autumn Awakening & Warm Atlantic Swells

Early-season North Atlantic groundswells, balmy ocean temperatures & pristine uncrowded lineups

Last updated: September 10, 2026

September is one of the best-kept secrets in Moroccan surfing. As the North Atlantic awakens from its summer slumber, the first well-organized autumn groundswells begin tracking south, lifting groundswell consistency sharply to 45% with open-ocean swell heights averaging 5.0ft (1.5m).

At the same time, summer crowds dissipate, ocean temperatures remain at their annual peak (20-22°C), and daytime air temperatures average a delightful 23°C (with afternoon highs up to 42°C inland). With Imsouane boasting a phenomenal 70% favorable offshore wind rate, Tafedna at 56%, and Anchor Point at 54%, September offers a golden window for warm-water, high-quality pointbreak surfing without the mid-winter pack.

September Surf Forecast & Climate Overview

September marks the return of Atlantic groundswells, paired with warm waters, sunny skies, and exceptionally clean offshore winds.

• National Average Wave Height: 5.0ft (1.5m) open-ocean average (reaching 5.4ft (1.6m) at Imsouane and Tamri).
• Groundswell Consistency: 45% (a significant jump from mid-summer).
• Favourable Wind Rate: 35% national average (peaking at 70% at Imsouane, 56% at Tafedna, and 54% at Anchor Point).
• Average Air Temperature: 23°C (73°F)
• Air Temperature Range: Min 12°C (54°F) at night to Max 42°C (108°F) during warm afternoons.
• Precipitation: 0.3 mm/day (warm, sunny, and dry).
• Recommended Wetsuit: 2mm springsuit, shorty, or 3/2mm fullsuit for dawn patrols.

Regional Surf Breakdown for September

1. Taghazout & Cap Rhir (Anchor Point, La Source, Dracula's, Banana Beach)

• Average Wave Height: 5.1ft (1.5m) | Groundswell: 44% | Favourable Wind: 27% - 54%
• The Lowdown: September is a dream month in Taghazout. Anchor Point (54% favorable wind) and La Source (53% favorable wind) awaken with the first clean autumn NW groundswells, delivering glassy, head-high right-hand walls with very few surfers in the lineup. Dracula's (43% favorable wind) and Boilers (35% favorable wind) begin lighting up on medium pulses, while Banana Beach (46% favorable wind) and Hash Point (46% favorable wind) offer mellow, playful peelers.

2. Imsouane & Central Coast (Imsouane, Tafedna, Sidi Kaouki, Cap Sim)

• Average Wave Height: 5.1ft - 5.4ft (1.5m - 1.6m) | Groundswell: 44% - 46% | Favourable Wind: 37% - 70%
• The Lowdown: Imsouane continues its incredible run with a 70% favorable offshore wind rate, producing flawless, endless rights in The Bay. Tafedna (56% favorable wind) is exceptional in September, offering clean, uncrowded point waves sheltered beneath its cape. Cap Sim (45% favorable wind) and Sidi Kaouki (42% favorable wind) provide lively, punchy beach and reef peaks.

3. Northern Atlantic Coast (Sidi Bouzid, Oualidia, El Jadida)

• Average Wave Height: 4.2ft - 4.7ft (1.3m - 1.4m) | Groundswell: 48% - 49% | Favourable Wind: 12% - 20%
• The Lowdown: In the north, Sidi Bouzid (20% favorable wind) and El Jadida (16% favorable wind) pick up early-season NW groundswells, offering fun, rippable peaks during light morning wind windows.

4. Southern Desert Coast (Mirleft, Legzira, Sidi Moussa d'Aglou, Sidi Ifni)

• Average Wave Height: 4.8ft - 5.1ft (1.5m) | Groundswell: 41% - 43% | Favourable Wind: 10% - 27%
• The Lowdown: The southern coast enters autumn with peaceful lineups. Legzira (27% favorable wind) and Mirleft (24% favorable wind) offer clean morning beachbreak peaks and scenic point shoulders.

Best Surf Spots in Morocco in September

1. Imsouane (The Bay): Morocco's standout wave with an astonishing 70% offshore wind rate and superbank-length glides.
2. Tafedna: Exceptional 56% favorable offshore wind consistency, uncrowded wrapping point waves, and pristine nature.
3. Anchor Point (Taghazout): 54% offshore consistency, delivering clean, rippable early-autumn walls with light crowd pressure.
4. La Source (Taghazout): 53% favorable wind rate with clean, punchy A-frame peaks.
5. Banana Beach & Hash Point: Fun, gentle 3-4ft (0.9-1.2m) rights with 46% clean surface conditions.

Meteorologist & Forecaster Tips for September

[!TIP] The Golden Month for Solo Surfers: September provides the optimal intersection of warming swell energy, pristine 70% offshore winds at Imsouane, warm ocean water (20-22°C), and virtually no crowd pressure before the main winter migration begins in late October.

• Track the First Deep Atlantic Lows: Early-season Atlantic cyclones often produce very clean, long-period groundswells with periods of 14-16 seconds. Watch the forecast charts for low-pressure systems developing off Greenland.
• Warm Water Sessions: You can comfortably surf in a 2mm shorty or springsuit during the day, with a 3/2mm fullsuit recommended for crisp sunrise dawns.