For most surfing destinations around the world, the month of November represents the shoulder season, with late swells in the southern hemisphere or early ones up north. Either way, November still has a lot of surfing potential around the globe.
Here is a look at 10 surfing destinations with the best and most consistent surfing conditions for the month of November.
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Hawaii
Average surfing conditions for Hawaii in November
Suitable skill level: Intermediate and advanced
Average wave size: From 2 to 10 feet depending on which side of the islands
Swell consistency: 90%
Water temperature: 25°C 77°F
Air temperature: 26°C 79°F
Crowd: Fairly crowded
Hawaii is well known for its epic winter swells and with a bit of luck, November will provide some early winter waves, before the heavy crowds flood in.
Whether you decide to head to Maui, Oahu or any other Hawaiian Island, surfing conditions are almost guaranteed to be epic…
Read: Which Hawaiian Island is Best for a Surf Trip to Hawaii
Morocco
Average surfing conditions for Morocco in November
Suitable skill level: Any
Average wave size: 7 feet
Swell consistency: 90%
Water temperature: 18°C 64°F
Air temperature: 17°C 63°F
Crowd: Fairly crowded
In November, while the Atlantic is going off with numerous storms sending swells towards the European and North African coastlines, Morocco becomes an epic place for a surf trip.
Taghazout is a small surf town that is a great place to settle on a surf trip in order to have access to many surf spots.
Canary Islands
Average surfing conditions for Hawaii in November
Suitable skill level: Any
Average wave size: 6 feet
Swell consistency: 85%
Water temperature: 21°C 70°F
Air temperature: 20°C 68°F
Crowd: Reasonable
Read our complete surfing guide to the Canary Islands
The Canary Islands are strategically positioned to capture most northerly swells coming from the Atlantic Ocean and in November, surfing conditions really kick off in the archipelago.
There are 4 major islands in the Canaries to chose from and every single one of them have awesome surfing potential.
Spain
Average surfing conditions for Spain in November
Suitable skill level: Any
Average wave size: 7 feet
Swell consistency: 85%
Water temperature: 15°C 59°F
Air temperature: 15°C 59°F
Crowd: Reasonable
In November, Spain also receives its share of amazing waves from the Atlantic and surf towns like San Sebastian become a great place to go on a surf trip.
With the summers crowds being mostly gone, surfers in Spain benefit from flawless surfing conditions during the month of November.
Portugal
Average surfing conditions for Portugal in November
Suitable skill level: Intermediate and advanced
Average wave size: 9 feet
Swell consistency: 95%
Water temperature: 16°C 61°F
Air temperature: 15°C 59°F
Crowd: Reasonable
Read our complete surfing guide to Ericeira, Portugal
Portugal is one of the most popular surfing destinations in Europe for many good reasons. One of them being the enormous amount of surf spots along its coastline.
In November, surfing conditions in Portugal are as good as they get with consistent good-size swells and temperatures being still very enjoyable.
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France
Average surfing conditions for France in November
Suitable skill level: Intermediate and advanced
Average wave size: 8 feet
Swell consistency: 80%
Water temperature: 15°C 59°F
Air temperature: 11°C 52°F
Crowd: Reasonable
France is also going off in November with all the beach breaks near Hossegor and Biarritz receiving some epic waves. While conditions might be a bit colder than what you will find in Portugal, the reward is definitely worth it!
Canada
Average surfing conditions for Canada in November
Suitable skill level: Intermediate and advanced surfers
Average wave size: 8 feet
Swell consistency: 75%
Water temperature: 11°C 52°F
Air temperature: 8°C 46°F
Crowd: Few people
Right before freezing winter starts in Canada, November offers some really good surfing conditions for people who are willing to wear that thick neoprene suit!
Whether you are in Lawrencetown, on the east coast or in Tofino, on the west coast, you are almost guaranteed to score in Canada during the month of November!
Ecuador
Average surfing conditions for Ecuador in November
Suitable skill level: beginner, intermediate and advanced
Average wave size: 5 feet
Swell consistency: 85%
Water temperature: 24°C 75°F
Air temperature: 26°C 79°F
Crowd: Reasonable
Read our complete surfing guide to Montanita, Ecuador
Ecuador is one of the most consistent surfing destinations on Earth and the month of November is no exception. Surfing conditions are flawless and Ecuador is remains a great and cheap place to travel to which will lead to an unforgettable surf trip.
Mexico
Average surfing conditions for Mexico in November
Suitable skill level: beginner, intermediate and advanced
Average wave size: 4 feet
Swell consistency: 85%
Water temperature: 26°C 82°F
Air temperature: 22°C 73°F
Crowd: Fairly crowded
Mexico has it all when it comes to what people are looking for in a surfing destination…Cheap, consistent surf and tropical weather. In November Mexico is sort of in its shoulder season where southerly and northerly swells are both possible and surfing conditions are unpredictable, yet very fun and fairly consistent.
Places like Sayulita, Puerto Escondido and Baja California receive great waves in November and should be on every surfer’s watch list!
Read our complete surfing guide to Puerto Escondido, Mexico
Philippines
Average surfing conditions for Philippines in November
Suitable skill level: beginner, intermediate and advanced
Average wave size: 6 feet
Swell consistency: 95%
Water temperature: 28°C 82°F
Air temperature: 28°C 82°F
Crowd: Fairly crowded
The Philippines are still a fairly underrated destination in the surfing world, mostly due to the increased popularity for Indonesia, Maldives and Sri Lanka.
However, the Philippines have some world-class waves, mostly on Siargao Island, with surfing conditions starting to peak around the month of November. Cloud Nine is the most famous surf spot in Siargao and is known as one of the world’s best surf spots.
Read our complete surfing guide to Siargao Island, Philippines