Taghazout - surf spot statistics

Taghazout, Morocco, is a renowned surf destination with consistent conditions year-round, but the best months for surfing are clearly the winter and early spring period. From November through March, the spot receives reliable ground swell (77-93% frequency) with manageable wind conditions (good winds 44-54% of the time) and solid mean swell sizes (1.3-1.5m). December and January stand out as peak months, offering the highest ground swell percentages (88-93%) and the most favorable wind splits (54% good vs. 46% bad), making them prime for clean, powerful waves. February and March remain strong, though wind conditions deteriorate slightly (48-52% good). April marks a transition, with ground swell dropping to 64% and wind quality weakening (36% good), signaling the end of the best run. From May to September, conditions decline as wind swell dominates (61-89%), swell size diminishes (1.0-1.2m), and onshore winds prevail (only 29-40% good days). October brings a resurgence, with ground swell climbing back to 69% and winds improving (48% good), making it a solid shoulder-month option. Summers (June-August) are the least favorable, with small, wind-driven swells and poor wind consistency. For advanced surfers seeking the most consistent, high-quality waves, the window from November to March is ideal, particularly December and January, when powerful ground swells and cleaner winds combine for optimal surfing.

July in Taghazout offers relatively consistent but smaller surf conditions, with an average swell height of 1.1m and a decent period of 8.2s, providing some well-formed waves. The majority of swell comes from the NW and NNW directions, where waves in the 0.5-2.5m range are most frequent, with the biggest swells (1.5-2.5m) occurring around 15-20% of the time from these directions. However, wave quality is limited by lighter swells; nearly 35% of NW swells fall in the 0.5-1m range, which may lack power for advanced surfers. Wind conditions are hit-or-miss, with only 34% of days offering clean offshore or light cross-shore winds (mainly NNE to ENE). Stronger onshore winds (W to NNW) can create chop, especially when speeds exceed 20kph, which happens around 20-30% of the time. Overall, July is a decent but not standout month—best suited for intermediates or those happy with chest-high waves on clean days. Keep an eye on NW swells paired with NE winds for optimal sessions.