Sassandra - surf spot statistics

Sassandra in Ivory Coast offers consistent swell throughout the year, with no months recording zero swell, making it a reliable destination for surfers. The best conditions typically occur between April and August when ground swell dominates (86-91%), wind swell is minimal (9-14%), and mean swell size peaks at 1.3-1.5m. June stands out with the largest average swell (1.5m) and the highest ground swell probability (91%), though wind conditions are less favorable (only 28% good winds). September and October provide a balance of decent swell (1.3-1.4m) and better wind conditions (47-49% favorable), making them strong alternatives despite slightly lower swell dominance (77-79% ground swell). The worst wind conditions occur from June to August (28-33% good winds), while September and October see the highest likelihood of offshore winds. The smallest swells (1.0m) and weaker ground swell presence (63-75%) occur in December-February, though even then, surfable waves remain consistent. For advanced surfers seeking size, June-July delivers the biggest waves, while those prioritizing cleaner conditions may prefer September-October despite marginally smaller swells.

In February, Sassandra, Ivory Coast, offers surfable conditions with an average swell height of 1.0m and a decent period of 12.1s, indicating consistent, well-spaced waves. The swell predominantly comes from the south (87% of waves in the 0.5-1.5m range), with occasional contributions from SSE and SSW, which can bring slightly larger waves up to 2m. Wind conditions are favorable 41% of the time, with the most common winds blowing from SW (36% of observations) and SSW (21%). These winds are typically light to moderate (10-30kph), which can be offshore or cross-shore depending on the exact swell direction, providing clean or semi-clean conditions. However, stronger SW winds (20-30kph) occur frequently (14.78%), which may occasionally cause choppiness. The spot is best suited for intermediate surfers when the SSW-S swells align with lighter winds, offering waist-high to head-high waves. While not a powerhouse, February provides reliable surf with workable conditions nearly half the time.