March brings Morocco’s big winter swell season to a close. The waves stay consistent, the days get longer and the air warms up noticeably. It’s a turning-point month: experienced surfers still make the most of Taghazout’s point breaks, while beginners find sheltered spots to progress. Here’s everything you need to know to plan a surf trip to Morocco in March.
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Surf conditions
1. Surf conditions in Morocco in March
Swell and wave size
In March, North Atlantic low-pressure systems are still sending long, regular swells. Waves average 1.2 to 2.5 metres around Taghazout, a little smaller than in the depths of winter but beautifully consistent. Point breaks such as Anchor Point still work often.
- Wave size 1.2 to 2.5 m
- Daytime air temp 18 to 24 °C
- Water 17 °C
- Wetsuit 4/3 or 3/2 mm
Wind and weather
Spring is on its way: daytime temperatures climb to 18 to 24 °C and there’s plenty of sunshine. The north wind can pick up in the afternoon, so morning sessions, which are often cleaner, are worth getting up for. Evenings are still cool, so bring a jumper.
Water temperature
The water is at its coldest of the year, around 17 °C. A 4/3 mm wetsuit keeps you comfortable on long sessions; if you don’t feel the cold much, a 3/2 mm will do.
The best spots
2. Where to surf in Morocco in March
Around Tamraght and Taghazout, our guides pick the spot each day according to the swell, the wind and your level. Here are the ones that work best in March. You’ll find them all on our surf spots page.
Anchor Point
Taghazout’s legendary right-hander still makes the most of north-westerly swells in March. Long and powerful, it suits intermediate to experienced surfers. Even if you don’t surf it, it’s worth the trip just to watch the sets peel.
Crocro Beach
A sheltered sandy beach and one of our fallback spots for beginners when the March swell is too big elsewhere. The waves break more gently here, ideal for your first take-offs.
Banana Point
Tucked between the mouth of the Tamraght river and the cliff, this beach is protected from the north wind. It’s a valuable fallback in March when the swell is big elsewhere: an easy right-hander at the peak and a beach break that’s perfect for learning.
Imsouane, the bay
The little fishing village of Imsouane offers right-handers that peel all the way from the harbour to the back of the bay. Being sheltered, the bay stays surfable when the March swell is too big for beginners at the other spots. Allow a full day to make the most of it.
