When is the best time to kite at Achakar, Morocco?

The best months at Achakar, Morocco are Mar, Apr, Jun, Jan, Feb, Oct, May, Sep, Jul, Dec, Nov.

What level is Achakar, Morocco suitable for?

Achakar, Morocco is rated Beginner for kiters.

What is the water like at Achakar, Morocco?

Achakar, Morocco has Ocean, Flat Water conditions.

Kite spot

Achakar, Morocco

Name: Achakar, Morocco
Address: Tanger, Morocco

Tanger, Morocco

Beginner Ocean Flat Water Ocean

About Achakar, Morocco

Achakar's 142 windy days annually and forgiving sandy shallows make it a reliable beginner progression spot—but tidal swings and shipping lanes demand awareness.

Avg wind

11.3 kts

Peak season

11.3 kts

Windy days/yr

142

Peak hours

15:00–18:00

Monthly wind profile

Jan

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Oct

Nov

Dec

Bars = average wind speed in knots. Solid = best months.

Best months

MarAprJunJanFebOctMaySepJulDecNov

Wind directions

ENEESWWSWSSW

Amenities

Beach clubs and cafés in Tangier nearbyLocal restaurants serving fresh seafoodEquipment rental shops in TangierAccommodation options ranging from budget to upscale

Hazards

Strong currents and tidal changes in the Strait of Gibraltar approachesRocky outcrops and shallow areas near the shoreOccasional shipping traffic from nearby Tangier portWind gustiness during transition periods between seasons

Launch notes

Flat water conditions make this ideal for beginners, with sandy beach launch points. Wind is most consistent with ENE/E directions; SW/WSW winds can create chop.

Gear & clothing

Gear · 14-17m kites suit the moderate 11.3kt average wind; bring a range for variable conditions. Flat water favors directional boards or small wave boards for progression.

Clothing · 3/2mm wetsuit year-round as water temperatures range 14-20°C depending on season. Lighter suits work May-September; thicker protection needed November-March.

Crowd & etiquette

Respect local customs and dress appropriately on this Moroccan beach. Keep clear of swimmers and maintain awareness of other water users near the busy strait.

Additional notes

Wind is reliable 142 days annually, making this a consistent spot despite modest average speeds. Spring and fall months (Mar-May, Sep-Oct) offer the most stable conditions for progression.

Features

Beginner Spot

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