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Surf forecast for Ouidah

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⏱️s.
⚡️kJ
Timezone:
Africa/Porto-Novo
Forecast updated:
16/09, 01:00
Wind: SN UNITY Atmos
(20260915 18z)
Waves: SN UNITY WAVE
(20260915 18z)
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Timeline

Today Wed 16/09
06:21 - 11:00
Maxed out but blown out (moderate cross-onshore). Rising to high tide, then falling.
Swell 11.4m13.4 s(1.1k kJ)(SSW)
22 / 31 km/h(WSW)
1.1 → 0.6m
11:00 - 14:00
Maxed out but blown out (moderate cross-onshore). Falling to low tide, then rising.
Swell 11.4m13.2 s(1.0k kJ)(SSW)
26 / 34 km/h(SW)
0.6 → 0.1m
15:00 - 16:00
Maxed out but blown out (moderate cross-onshore). Low tide, rising.
Swell 11.2m12.4 s(645 kJ)(S)
27 / 36 km/h(SW)
0.2 → 0.3m
17:00 - 18:00
Maxed out but blown out (moderate cross-onshore). Mid to high tide, rising.
Swell 11.2m12.4 s(606 kJ)(S)
27 / 36 km/h(SW)
0.5 → 0.7m
Tomorrow Thu 17/09
06:21 - 11:00
Best
Solid with moderate sideshore. Rising to high tide, then falling.
Swell 10.9m11.7 s(321 kJ)(SSW)
22 / 30 km/h(WSW)
1.0 → 0.7m
11:00 - 15:00
Solid but blown out (moderate cross-onshore). Falling to low tide, then rising.
Swell 11.0m11.6 s(396 kJ)(S)
25 / 33 km/h(SW)
0.7 → 0.2m
15:00 - 19:00
Solid but blown out (moderate cross-onshore). Low to high tide, rising.
Swell 11.1m11.4 s(466 kJ)(S)
25 / 33 km/h(SW)
0.2 → 0.7m
Fri 18/09
07:00 - 12:00
Best
Solid with moderate sideshore. Rising to high tide, then falling.
Swell 20.8m10.6 s(210 kJ)(S)
20 / 29 km/h(W)
0.8 → 0.7m
12:00 - 16:00
Solid but blown out (moderate cross-onshore). Falling to low tide, then rising.
Swell 10.9m10.4 s(234 kJ)(S)
26 / 33 km/h(SW)
0.7 → 0.3m
16:00 - 19:00
Solid but blown out (moderate cross-onshore). Low to mid tide, rising.
Swell 10.7m10.2 s(151 kJ)(S)
28 / 35 km/h(SW)
0.3 → 0.5m

Ouidah Surf Forecast Guide

Ouidah is a sandy beachbreak with both lefts and rights, sitting beside the fascinating town it shares a name with. A more attractive beach close by has marginally better potential and becomes surfable at lower tides. If the surf isn't cooperating, the nearby snake temple is worth a visit.

When It Works

The beach picks up swell from southwest to southeast, and a south swell is the best match. It's usable from 0.3 m / 1 ft to 1.2 m / 4 ft.

Wind and Tide

Look for north offshore wind. It breaks on low and mid tide, with a rising tide generally the better call.

Local Tips

Ouidah is a friendly spot for beginners finding their feet.

Surf spots near Ouidah

Bouches du Roi
Mono Department, Benin
Beach break
Wed 16
Thu 17
Fri 18
Sat 19
Sun 20
Ouidah
Atlantique Department, Benin
Beach break
Wed 16
Thu 17
Fri 18
Sat 19
Sun 20
Les Route des Peches
Atlantique Department, Benin
Beach break
Wed 16
Thu 17
Fri 18
Sat 19
Sun 20
Sheraton, Novotel
Littoral Department, Benin
Beach break
Wed 16
Thu 17
Fri 18
Sat 19
Sun 20
Cotonou Rivermouth
Littoral Department, Benin
Unknown break
Wed 16
Thu 17
Fri 18
Sat 19
Sun 20

Frequently asked questions

What are good surfing conditions for Ouidah?

Ouidah is usually best with swell from southwest to southeast (SW-SE), ideally south (S) around 0.3 m / 1 ft to 1.2 m / 4 ft, north (N) offshore wind, and low to mid tide.

Where is the surf spot Ouidah?

Ouidah is a surf spot in Ouidah-Plage, Atlantique Department, Benin.

What is the surf break like at Ouidah?

Ouidah is a left-and-right beach break over sand.

What surfing skill level is Ouidah suitable for?

Ouidah can suit beginner surfers.

Is Ouidah beginner friendly for surfing?

Yes. Ouidah can suit beginner surfers when conditions are manageable.

What surf spots are near Ouidah?

Other nearby surf spots are Bouches du Roi, Les Route des Peches, Sheraton, Novotel, and Cotonou Rivermouth.

What swell direction works for surfing at Ouidah?

Ouidah can work with swell from southwest to southeast (SW-SE); south (S) is usually best.

What swell size works for surfing at Ouidah?

Ouidah usually works with swell around 0.3 m / 1 ft to 1.2 m / 4 ft.

What wind direction is best for surfing at Ouidah?

North (N) offshore wind is usually best at Ouidah.

What wind direction is offshore for surfing at Ouidah?

North (N) is offshore at Ouidah.

What tide works best for surfing at Ouidah?

Ouidah works best around low to mid tide. A rising tide is usually better here.

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