Conditions at Taghazout in May
May: Smaller Swell, Stronger Trades
May is a classic spring month in southern Morocco. The average swell height falls to 1.8m (5.9ft) and the period drops to 9.4s - noticeably weaker on the points. The swell direction is now overwhelmingly NNW (62.9%), with NW at 19.3% and only 3.5% from the WNW. It is north-northwest-dominated windswell/groundswell, lacking the long-period punch that makes the exposures light up.
The conditions are still surfable, but not great. More significantly, ideal wind falls to 38%, the lowest of the year alongside June. The trade wind machine is fully engaged: NNW wind accounts for 37.0% and NW for 24.4%, often at 20-40kph. These winds are cross-shore to onshore for a WSW-facing spot, creating lumpy conditions. Clean mornings can still offer fun 3-5ft (0.9-1.5m) waves, but don't expect epic point surf.
Air temperature averages 19.4°C (max 33.8°C), precipitation is just 0.28mm/day, and the water has warmed slightly to 17.4°C. Choose your dawn patrol wisely.
Average Spot conditions at Taghazout in May
Swell history for May
Wind history for May
Swell quality
Analyze the groundswell consistency at Taghazout during May. Based on historical data, there is a % probability of groundswell occurring this month. The chart below provides a detailed breakdown of the average wave height distribution, offering deep insights into the swell quality and surf potential you can expect at Taghazout for your next trip in May.
Ground swell
Ground swell by size
Wind conditions
Evaluate the wind and swell alignment at Taghazout for May. Our analysis shows that favorable offshore or side-shore winds coincide with surfable swell approximately % of the time. The accompanying graph illustrates the average size distribution of waves during these optimal wind windows at Taghazout.