About this spot
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.
Current conditions
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Typical conditions
Ideal wind directions
NNESSW
Best months
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Water type
ChopWaves
Bottom type
SandRockReef
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.”
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