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.

December in Sidi Ifni offers solid surf conditions with a consistent NW-NNW swell direction, making it a reliable spot for experienced surfers. The average swell height is 1.8m with a strong 12.7s period, producing well-formed, powerful waves. The dominant swell comes from the NNW (48.29% of waves are 1m and above), followed by NW and WNW, ensuring clean, long-period groundswells ideal for performance surfing. Around 33% of the time, winds are favorable (light to moderate offshore or cross-shore, mostly from NE to ESE), providing clean faces. However, stronger onshore winds (N-NNW) can occasionally disrupt conditions. Wave heights are frequently in the 1.5-2.5m range, with 17.75% of NNW swells hitting 1.5-2m and 10.94% reaching 2-2.5m—great for advanced surfers. Smaller days (0.5-1.5m) still offer rideable waves, but bigger swells bring the best performance potential. Overall, December delivers consistent, high-quality surf, though wind variability requires selective timing.