Essaouira
Essaouira Beach, Morocco
Essaouira — nicknamed the wind city of Africa — is one of the most reliable wind destinations in the world. The consistent NE trade winds blow almost every afternoon, creating flat-to-choppy conditions ideal for foiling.
Best months: March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October
Wind directions: N, NE, S, SW
Water: Chop, Waves
Bottom: Sand, Rock, Reef
Sports: Wingfoil, Kitesurf, Windsurf
Local tips
Wind picks up around noon and can be very strong (25-35 kn) by mid-afternoon. The beach north of the medina is the main spot. South of the river mouth is flatter. Watch out for offshore gusts near the ramparts.