Virage
Virage is a fun, punchy beach break in northern Dakar known for its long, workable rights. The name means "turn" in French, and the wave delivers—plenty of opportunities for progressive surfing on the fast, hollow walls. A local favorite for its consistency and user-friendly nature.
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Spot Details
Swell Requirements
- Optimal direction
- NW (315°)
- Direction range
- 280° - 350°
- Size range
- 0.8m - 2m
- Ideal size
- 1.6m
- Height multiplier
- 0.97×
- Ideal period
- 12s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- E (90°)
- Offshore range
- 60° - 130°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- mid
- Optimal range
- 0.3m - 1.5m
Water temp
22°C
Wetsuit
Springsuit / 2mm
Difficulty
4/10
Crowd level
6/10
Access: Fun spunky beach break with long rights.
Best Season
Peak: Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr
Secondary: May, Sep
Winter NW swells. Fun spunky beach break with long rights.
Getting There
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