Surfing in Morocco
SurfScanners covers 3 surf spots in Morocco. Of those, 1 suits beginners, 2 suit intermediates, and 2 suit advanced surfers. Across them, the water averages ~17°C in February and ~22°C in August.
Surf spots in Morocco
Anchor Point
- Level:
- advanced
- Best months:
- Advanced surfers: Oct–Mar
- Water in October:
- ~21°C
Imsouane Bay
- Level:
- beginner–intermediate
- Best months:
- Beginners: May–Nov · Intermediates: Jul, Nov–Apr
- Water in October:
- ~21°C
Anza
- Level:
- intermediate–advanced
- Best months:
- Intermediates: May–Nov · Advanced surfers: Oct–Apr
- Water in October:
- ~21°C
Morocco water temperature by month
Average across the spots above, with the coldest and warmest spot's in brackets.
January
~18°C: a 2mm spring suit / shorty
February
~17°C: a 3/2mm full suit, boots optional
March
~18°C (17–18°C): a 2mm spring suit / shorty
April
~19°C: a 2mm spring suit / shorty
May
~19°C: a 2mm spring suit / shorty
June
~20°C: a 2mm spring suit / shorty
July
~21°C: a 2mm spring suit / shorty
August
~22°C: a 2mm spring suit / shorty
September
~21°C: a 2mm spring suit / shorty
October
~21°C: a 2mm spring suit / shorty
November
~20°C: a 2mm spring suit / shorty
December
~18°C: a 2mm spring suit / shorty
Surfing in Morocco: FAQ
When is the best time to surf in Morocco?
For beginners: May–Nov. For intermediates: year-round. For advanced surfers: Oct–Apr. Across the country, waves are biggest in March, averaging 6.0 ft (1.8 m), and smallest in June, at 3.7 ft (1.1 m).
What is the water temperature in Morocco?
Averaged across our 3 spots, it ranges from ~17°C in February to ~22°C in August.
What wetsuit do I need to surf in Morocco?
In February (~17°C): a 3/2mm full suit, boots optional. In August (~22°C): a 2mm spring suit / shorty.
Is Morocco good for beginner surfers?
Yes. Imsouane Bay suits beginners, and the best months for it are May–Nov.
Where are the best surf spots in Morocco?
We cover 3 spots in Morocco. Beginner-friendly: Imsouane Bay. Intermediate and up: Anza. Advanced only: Anchor Point.