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.

January at Sidi Ifni offers consistent surf with an average swell height of 1.9m and a solid period of 12.9s, providing well-formed waves suitable for intermediate to advanced surfers. The dominant swell directions are from the northwest and north-northwest, with the best conditions arriving in the 1.5–2.5m range, particularly from the NNW (peaking at 17.3% for 1.5–2m and 11.6% for 2–2.5m). These swells are clean and powerful, ideal for performance surfing. Wind conditions are favorable for surfing 32% of the time, with lighter winds predominantly from the northeast and east, minimizing onshore chop. However, stronger winds from the north and northwest can occasionally create challenging cross-shore or onshore effects. Expect a mix of smaller days (0.5–1.5m) and more powerful sessions (1.5–2.5m+), making it a versatile month for surfers who can adapt to varying conditions. Overall, January delivers reliable surf, with the best windows occurring when winds align with the dominant NNW-NW swell direction.