La Source - surf spot statistics

La Source in Morocco offers consistent surf conditions year-round, but the best months for quality waves and favorable winds are from November to March. During this period, ground swell dominates (77-93% of the time), providing cleaner, more organized waves with mean swell sizes ranging from 1.3m to 1.5m. December and January stand out as the peak months, combining high ground swell probability (88-93%) with the best wind conditions (54% good wind days). February and March still deliver strong ground swell (83-88%) but see a slight dip in favorable winds (44-48%). From April onward, the swell mix shifts toward wind swell, which becomes dominant from May to August, reducing wave quality. Summer months (June-August) have the smallest waves (1.0-1.1m) and the highest prevalence of bad winds (60-70%). September and October mark the transition back to ground swell, with October offering a decent balance (69% ground swell, 49% good winds). If you prioritize powerful, well-formed waves with offshore winds, winter is the prime season, while shoulder months like October and April can still provide decent sessions, albeit with less consistency. Avoid the summer if you're after high-performance surfing, as the swell is smaller and wind-dependent.

August at La Source, Morocco, offers mixed but occasionally favorable conditions for surfers. The average swell height is 1.0m with a period of 8.6s, producing relatively clean, rideable waves, though they tend to be on the smaller side. The dominant swell directions are NW and WNW, with the majority of waves falling in the 0.5-1.5m range (66.5% combined), while larger swells (1.5-2.5m) make up about 12.5%, mostly from NNW. This suggests some variability—expect smaller, manageable waves most days, with occasional bigger sets, especially when swells come from the NNW. Wind conditions are rideable 40% of the time, with the most favorable winds being light to moderate (0-20kph) from the NNE to E sectors, which often provide offshore or cross-offshore flow. Stronger winds (20-40kph) are more frequent from the N and NNW, potentially creating choppy conditions. Overall, August is decent for intermediate surfers, with the best sessions occurring when NW swells align with lighter easterly winds, offering clean, waist-to-head-high waves. However, consistency is moderate, and patience may be required for optimal windows.