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.
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Spot Details
Swell Requirements
- Optimal direction
- W (280°)
- Direction range
- 240° - 315°
- Size range
- 1m - 2.5m
- Ideal size
- 2.0m
- Height multiplier
- 1.00×
- 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.
Best Season
Peak: Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr
Secondary: May, Sep
Winter swells. Powerful fun beach break south of Dakar.
Getting There
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