What should I wear for Dakhla? Which wetsuit for surfing or kitesurfing?

Dakhla, a small paradise for all kitesurfing enthusiasts, is the place to be for kitesurfing!

You’ll find dream spots, on flat water or with waves, and there’s a wide choice of hotels, resorts and kitecamps, from mid-range to top-of-the-range, with full board. There’s something for all the family and all budgets.

In summer, temperatures are around 29° during the day and 20° at night, with the windy season correlating with the warmer months. In winter, it’s 20° during the day and 15° at night, perfect for a week’s kitesurfing in the middle of the desert!

What wetsuit should you choose for kitesurfing?

The special thing about Dakhla is that you can kitesurf all day long: 2, 3 or 4 times a day for the most motivated, i.e. 8 hours a day. If you’re feeling the cold, you’ll need a 4.3mm wetsuit, while others will need a shorty / long-sleeved wetsuit in summer and a 3/2mm wetsuit in winter!

Don’t forget to protect yourself from the sun with a sun hat, sunglasses and sun cream!

What to wear

It is essential to protect yourself from the sun, as its impact is increased by the water and sand. A hat or cheich, sunglasses and sun cream are essential.

The recommended women’s clothing in Morocco is long and/or light dresses, depending on the season. You can also wear loose trousers instead of shorts.

On the surface, T-shirts are highly recommended. Bear in mind that you should avoid overexposing yourself if you are a woman.

The main rule to follow is to avoid wearing clothes that are too short, too tight or considered “provocative”. Women should avoid shirts, open collars and two-piece suits outside the hotel.

The general rule is to cover your shoulders up to your knees. Avoid showing off and wearing tight-fitting clothes. Women should avoid wearing sleeveless clothing.

On the other hand, it is acceptable to wear traditional clothing such as dresses, long skirts, T-shirts, etc. You can wear sarouels and torn T-shirts like other tourists, and you can also wear cotton tops and jeans.

Which colour keeps you warmest?

Black, without hesitation! It absorbs UV rays and keeps you warmer than a light-coloured suit. The fabric is filled with small holes that let UV rays through, so the smaller the holes, the more UV rays the fabric blocks.

In fact, light colours (white, blue, yellow, etc.) tend to have the most protection from heat while offering less protection from UV rays. Instead, darker colours (grey, black, etc.) provide effective protection from UV rays, but absorb and accumulate heat.