Sidi Ifni - surf spot statistics

Sidi Ifni offers consistent surf year-round, but the best conditions for surfers typically occur from October through March, when ground swells dominate (68-88%) and swell sizes average 1.6-1.9m. Winter months (December-February) provide the most reliable ground swell (81-88%) and the largest waves (1.8-1.9m), though wind conditions are less favorable, with bad winds (offshore or cross-shore) prevailing 67-76% of the time. November stands out as a strong month with good ground swell (75%) and slightly improved wind conditions (29% favorable). October and March are transitional months, still offering solid ground swell (68-74%) before the swell mix shifts toward wind swell in late spring and summer. From April to September, conditions deteriorate for advanced surfers as wind swell takes over (reaching 94% in July), swell size drops (1.4-1.7m), and bad wind conditions become nearly constant (88-94%). Summer months (June-August) are the least favorable, with small, wind-driven waves and very few clean days. For surfers prioritizing quality waves, the window from October to March is prime, with the absolute peak in winter if you can handle the challenging winds.

April at Sidi Ifni offers consistent surf conditions with a solid average swell height of 1.9m and a favorable period of 10.8s, indicating well-spaced, powerful waves. The swell predominantly arrives from the NW to NNW, with the largest percentage of waves in the 1-2.5m range, peaking at 21% for 1.5-2m swells from the NNW—ideal for intermediate to advanced surfers seeking punchy, well-defined waves. However, wind conditions are less reliable, with only 11% of days providing ideal offshore winds (typically light ENE to ESE). The dominant northerly and northwesterly winds often blow onshore or sideshore at 10-30kph, which can create choppier conditions, particularly in the afternoons. For the best sessions, aim for early mornings when winds are lighter and swells hold their shape. While not a beginner-friendly month due to the variable winds and powerful swells, April rewards patient surfers with strong, clean waves when conditions align.