April marks Taghazout’s shift from surf season to warm-weather season. The winter point break frenzy eases, the days grow longer and warmer, and the village takes on a more relaxed character. For some visitors - particularly beginners, yoga enthusiasts, and people interested in exploration as much as surfing - April is one of the most enjoyable months to be here.
Swell Easing to 1–2.5m: Beginner-Accessible Conditions at Panoramas and Hash Point
April sits in the transition zone between winter swell and summer flatness. The North Atlantic is still sending occasional groundswells south, but the frequency and size drop compared to January–March. Expect 1–2 quality swell events per week rather than three or four. Between swells, conditions are often clean and small.
A misty, overcast morning on a quiet beach with wet sand.
Swell: Average 1–2.5m, NW direction, with the larger events concentrating in early April and tapering as the month progresses.
Anchor Point still fires on the right swell in early April - a 2.5m day in the first week is as good as anything in winter. Hash Point is consistent across the month and less crowded than peak season. Panoramas and Banana Point are at their best in April - manageable swell size, clean conditions, and surf school groups on the water daily. Imsouane is excellent throughout the month in smaller, cleaner conditions.
Water temperature: 19–20°C and rising. Many surfers wear a 3/2mm wetsuit; a 2mm shorty is fine on warmer afternoons by late April.
April’s accessible conditions make it one of the better months for beginner and intermediate surf packages in Taghazout - smaller swell and warm days suit structured coaching weeks well.
18–24°C Spring Warmth: Best Weather for Excursions and Non-Surf Days
April is Taghazout’s spring month and genuinely lovely. Daytime temperatures average 18–24°C. Evenings are warm enough to sit outside without a jacket. Days are long (sunset around 7:30pm by end of April).
Rainfall is low - April sees less rain than January–March. The landscape is still green from winter rains in early April but begins to dry out by the end of the month.
What to pack: 3/2mm or 2mm wetsuit depending on your cold tolerance, light layers for evenings, sun protection.
Easter Crowds
Easter falls in late March or April and brings the biggest short-term crowd spike of the spring season. Taghazout sees an influx of European families and weekend travellers during Easter week, accommodation prices rise, and the village feels busy. If you’re flexible, aim to arrive the week after Easter when the crowd clears and conditions are often just as good.
A walker silhouetted in a cave opening looking out to the beach.
Spring Activities: Paradise Valley Swimming, Essaouira Drive, and Inland Hiking
April’s warm weather opens up the full range of excursions:
Paradise Valley: One of the best months for Paradise Valley - the pools are accessible, the weather is warm enough to swim comfortably, and summer crowds haven’t arrived. The drive inland is scenic.
Essaouira day trip: The 2.5-hour coastal drive is at its best in the clear spring weather. Essaouira is warming up but not yet crowded with summer tourists.
Hiking: The inland trails are pleasant in April temperatures - not too hot, not too wet. See the hiking guide.
Yoga retreats: Several yoga retreat programmes run through April - the warm evenings and manageable surf make it a popular retreat month.
Camel trekking and sandboarding: Both are best in spring and autumn when the heat is manageable.
Who April Suits
Best for: Beginner and intermediate surfers who want accessible conditions with good weather. Non-surfers who want warm days, excursions, and a quieter village. Yoga retreat visitors.
Less ideal for: Advanced surfers chasing heavy winter-quality waves every session - April requires more patience and flexibility around swell timing.
April at a Glance
| Swell | Moderate (1–2.5m NW, variable) |
| Daytime temp | 18–24°C |
| Water temp | 19–20°C |
| Wetsuit | 3/2mm or 2mm shorty |
| Crowds | High Easter week, moderate otherwise |
| Accommodation | High Easter week, easier otherwise |
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April Logistics: Roses Festival Window, Post-Easter Shoulder
The Roses Festival in Kelaa M’Gouna (Dadès Valley, 3.5 hours east of Agadir) takes place in late April or early May - a day trip or overnight via the N10 highway is practical in a way it isn’t in any other month. Easter week is busy and expensive regardless; the week immediately after Easter is typically the best value of spring - quieter, cheaper, same swell conditions. Paradise Valley’s natural pools are fully accessible by April and warm enough for a swim on a clear afternoon. Car hire from Agadir Airport is the right call for April - buses don’t reach Kelaa M’Gouna or Imsouane on any flexible schedule. Surf lessons in Taghazout are readily available post-Easter.
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