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.

In August, Sidi Ifni offers surfable conditions with a dominant swell direction from the northwest to north-northwest, generating consistent waves with an average height of 1.5m and a decent period of 8.4s. The majority of waves fall in the 1–2.5m range, with the largest portion (39.69%) coming from NNW at 1–1.5m and a substantial 35.60% at 1.5–2m, making it ideal for intermediate to advanced surfers. However, wind conditions are less favorable, with only 10% of days providing ideal offshore winds. Northerly and northwesterly winds dominate, often blowing at 10–30kph, which can create choppy or cross-shore conditions. While there are rideable waves, the frequent onshore winds make it a hit-or-miss month, requiring patience and selective timing for the best sessions.