Sdot Yam Surf Guide

Surf spot guide

Ideal Surf Conditions

Swell Direction

NNW

Wind

E

Surf Height

Waist to shoulder-high.

Tide

All

Sdot Yam Surf Guide

A shifty, mediocre beachbreak that can easily blow out from any wind, and close out on any swell over shoulder-high. That said, Sdot Yam’s beautiful, 3 km stretch of coastline can still turn on when the conditions are clean, the sandbars are good, and the waves aren't too big.

Ability Level

All Abilities

BegIntAdv

All.

Local Vibe

Doable

WelcomingIntimidating

Insatiable longboarders and SUPs roam the peaks.

Crowd Factor

Moderate

MellowHeavy

Crowded, especially weekend warriors on huge boards.

Spot Rating

Fun

PoorPerfect

Most of the time this spot won't deliver anything special, but when the sandbars are good and the conditions are clean, it’s fun.

Shoulder Burn

Medium

LightExhausting

It can be a long paddle against the current when it’s over shoulder-high.

Water Quality

Fair

CleanDirty

With the power plant just south of Sdot Yam beach, it can be an issue on certain days.

Hazards

Crowds.

Bring Your

Longboard

Access

Free parking lot at the beach.

Bottom

Sand.

Best Season

April-November.

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