Essaouira · Morocco
Essaouira Tagharte Surf Forecast & Surf Guide
Tagharte is the main open beach surf zone at Essaouira, with shifting sandy peaks and easy access from town. Use the live forecast to judge swell, wind and tide, especially because local wind can change conditions quickly.
LIVE CONDITIONS
Essaouira Tagharte surf forecast
Compare surf height, swell direction and period, wind, tide and temperature before deciding when to paddle out.
Essaouira Tagharte Surf Report & Forecast
Current Surf Conditions
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About Essaouira Tagharte
The long sandy beach offers several peaks rather than one fixed wave. Smaller, cleaner mornings can be useful for learning and progression, while stronger swell or wind creates faster, more demanding surf.
BEST CONDITIONS
When does Essaouira Tagharte work best?
Swell
W to NWUse swell direction together with period and size to judge how much energy will reach the break.
Wind
E / SE; mornings often cleanerFavourable wind can help keep the wave face cleaner and more organised.
Tide
Mid to high; varies by bankTide interacts with swell size and the bottom shape, so compare the live curve with the ocean.
Season
Autumn to springSeason tells you when the regional swell pattern is most likely to favour this spot.
West to northwest swell provides the main energy. Light easterly to southeasterly wind is cleaner, and early sessions can be advantageous before stronger local wind develops. Tide preference varies with the banks.
SKILL LEVEL
Who should surf Essaouira Tagharte?
Small clean days can suit beginners with supervision and intermediates. More exposed peaks become challenging when swell and wind increase.
SURF SEASON
Best time of year
Autumn through spring is the main Atlantic swell season. Wind remains an important daily factor throughout the year around Essaouira.
LOCATION
Where is Essaouira Tagharte?
Tagharte beach runs along the Atlantic shoreline at Essaouira in Morocco’s Marrakesh-Safi region.
- Latitude
- 31.5089
- Longitude
- -9.7700
SAFETY & LOCAL ETIQUETTE
What to know before paddling out
Watch wind, rip currents, changing sandbanks and other water users. Choose a sheltered or smaller section if conditions are beyond your level.
NEARBY SURF
Other surf spots near Essaouira Tagharte
ESSAOUIRA TAGHARTE FAQ
Frequently asked questions
What is the best swell for Essaouira Tagharte?
W to NW is the preferred swell direction listed for this spot. Swell size and period also matter, so compare the complete live forecast.
What wind is best for Essaouira Tagharte?
E / SE; mornings often cleaner is generally the favourable wind setup. Local topography can change how the wind feels at the water.
What tide is best for Essaouira Tagharte?
Mid to high; varies by bank. Tide interacts with swell size and period, so check the live tide curve before surfing.
What level is Essaouira Tagharte for?
The recommended level is beginner to intermediate when small. Conditions can make any surf spot easier or more difficult, so choose a session that matches your experience.
When is the best surf season for Essaouira Tagharte?
Autumn to spring is the main season listed for this spot. Day-to-day quality still depends on swell, wind and tide.
CHECK BEFORE YOU GO
Plan your next Essaouira Tagharte session
Conditions change quickly. Recheck swell, wind and tide shortly before you surf and compare the forecast with the ocean in front of you.