Yenne
Yenne is a powerful beach break on the Petite Cote south of Dakar, offering fun, punchy waves for all levels. The beach picks up a mix of NW winter swells and W swells year-round, making it one of the more consistent options in the region. The fishing village atmosphere adds character to the surf experience.
Yenne surf forecast
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Spot Details
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- Optimal direction
- W (280°)
- Direction range
- 240° - 300°
- Size range
- 1m - 2.5m
- Ideal size
- 1.7m - 2.1m
- Height multiplier
- 0.97×
- Ideal period
- 14s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- NE (45°)
- Offshore range
- 20° - 90°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- all
- Optimal range
- 0.3m - 2m
Water temp
22°C
Wetsuit
Springsuit / 2mm
Difficulty
5/10
Crowd level
4/10
Access: Powerful fun beach break south of Dakar.
Frequently Asked Questions
What tide is best at Yenne?
The Yenne profile favors the recorded tide range, ideally between 0.3m and 2m on the local tide chart. Compare this preference with the forecast tide and local conditions before choosing a session.
What wind direction is offshore at Yenne?
The Yenne profile uses wind from NE (45°) as its preferred direction, with an offshore range of 20° to 90°. Wind speed matters too: light winds outside that range can still produce surfable conditions, while strong offshore winds can make takeoffs difficult.
What swell size and direction work best at Yenne?
The Yenne scoring profile favors swell from W (240° to 300°), a swell-height range of 1m to 2.5m, and a reference period of 14s. These are model inputs, not guaranteed breaking-wave heights or a promise that the surf will suit every ability.
When is the best time of year to surf Yenne?
The main season at Yenne is Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr. A secondary window runs May, Sep. Winter swells. Powerful fun beach break south of Dakar.
How do I get to Yenne?
The spot profile lists DSS as a nearby airport. The estimated road transfer is 45 minutes. Powerful fun beach break south of Dakar.
What kind of wave is Yenne?
Yenne is a beach break, a peak with lefts and rights. Difficulty is rated 5/10.
Best Season
Peak: Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr
Secondary: May, Sep
Winter swells. Powerful fun beach break south of Dakar.
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