Agami
- Shortboard, Longboard
- Best for
- Beginner to Intermediate
- Skill Level
- Swell
- Spot Type
- Moderate
- Crowd Level
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About
Agami is an exposed Mediterranean beach break near Alexandria with right and left waves breaking over a sandy bottom. It is described as working across all tides, making it a versatile surf destination when swell and wind align. Wave quality and power are reported as good to powerful, with peeling wave shape and medium peel speed. Providers also note short rides with quick, fast sections typical of Mediterranean beach breaks. On larger swell, waves can close out when conditions exceed roughly 2.5 meters, so expect less open, longer lines as swell rises. Wind notes are mixed by source: one emphasizes southeast winds for the best surf, while another highlights that the break is highly sensitive to onshore winds from the north. The wind environment is generally described as low to moderate reliability, with summer influenced by afternoon sea-breeze/thermal build-up and winter often driven by more frontal patterns. Safety is a priority: rip currents are specifically mentioned, and there are also hazards from submerged concrete structures (breakwaters/jetties) along the coastline. Summer can be extremely crowded and access may require pass cards, and surfing can be restricted to certain beach sections during peak swimming season—while winter conditions are typically quieter and favored for more consistent groundswell.
- Exposed right-and-left beach break over sand
- All-tide functionality
- Winter often provides the most consistent conditions
- Exposed but versatile: waves work at all tides
- Right-and-left sandy beach break with peeling sections
- Winter tends to be the most consistent period for surfing
- Exposed and sensitive to wind direction; onshore N winds can reduce quality
- Rip currents and submerged coastal concrete hazards possible, especially with higher swell
- Beach access and crowding can be problematic in summer (pass cards and restrictions)
Wind, water and seasons
Wind
- Direction
- SE
- Wind Range
- 10–20 kts
- Wind Type
- Trade — Providers conflict: one describes southeast winds for surfing; another indicates north to northwest sea-breezes. Regional context mentions north to northwest reliable winds and summer afternoon sea-breeze build-up.
- Reliability
- low to moderate
- Gust Factor
- Moderate gusts — Moderate gusts reported.
- Best Months
- December, January, February
- Shadow Zones
- Buildings and shoreline structures can create turbulence near the beach; coastal structures may affect local wind quality.
Water & beach
- Water Type
- Swell
- Beach
- Sand — Sand composition reported.
- Beach Size
- Medium
- Waves
- Medium — Providers range from small to medium; surfing descriptions mention small/medium waves overall.
- Launch
- Medium — Sandy access with easy shore access reported; one provider calls it easy shore access/launch difficulty easy.
- Launch Difficulty
- Easy — Easy shore access and easy launch difficulty reported.
Through the year
Extremely crowded from June to August; relatively quiet in winter.
Rainy weather is most common from November to March.
By sport
What to expect for each.
Exposed Mediterranean beach break with right and left waves over a sandy bottom, working across all tides.
- Wave Direction
- Both
- Optimal Swell
- SSE, SSW, SW
- Swell Height
- 1–2.5 m
- Optimal Tide
- All tides — Works at all tides.
- Shelter
- Exposed — Exposed coast with limited shelter.
- Wind Effect
- Best with southeast winds per one provider; also reported as highly sensitive to onshore winds from the North. Shelter is exposed overall.
- Bigger Swell
- Tends to close out when swell exceeds 2.5 meters.
- Wave Quality
- Good — One provider says good wave quality; another describes average quality.
- Wave Power
- Powerful — Wave power described as powerful by one provider; another describes moderate power.
- Wave Shape
- Peeling — Peeling waves reported.
- Peel Speed
- Medium — Peel speed reported as medium.
- Ride Length
- Short — One provider describes short rides; another indicates fast, short rides typical of Mediterranean beach breaks.
- Ride Length Details
- Fast, short rides typical of Mediterranean beach breaks.
Check the forecast before you go
See wind, waves, weather and session windows for Agami in the full forecast view.
Agami wind and wave forecast summary
- Wind
- 3–15 ktsGusts 23 kts
- Direction
- WNW301°
- Strongest day
- Thu, Oct 2915 kts
- Windy days
- 1/712 kts or more
- Waves
- 0.3–3.2 m5s period
- Temperature
- 19–26 °C
Over the next 7 days, Agami is forecast for daytime winds of 3–15 kts, peaking around 15 kts on Thursday, October 29 with gusts to 23 kts. The prevailing direction is WNW. Waves run 0.3–3.2 m with a period of about 5s. Based on the Wavind model, in the spot’s local time.
Other spots in the area
What to know before you launch
Safety, access, restrictions, rescue, and local rules can change. Treat these details as informational and confirm them locally before launching.
Hazards
- Rip currents
- Submerged concrete structures (breakwaters/jetties along the coastline)
- Urban pollution after heavy rain
- Crowded beach conditions in summer
- Occasional crowds
Rescue & support
- Lifeguard
- Seasonal — Lifeguards described as seasonal; none reported in one provider result.
- Rescue & Self-Rescue
- Limited — Rescue availability is limited.
- Emergency Info
- Hospitals are available in Alexandria city center, approximately 20km away (formal water rescue is limited).
- Localism / Vibe
- Mild — Localism described as mild.
Rules of the spot
Respect local beachgoers; surfing may be restricted to specific sections during peak summer swimming season.
- Summer: private beach access requiring pass cards
- Respect that surfing can be restricted to specific sections during peak summer swimming season
- Best surf conditions are often in winter when Mediterranean low-pressure systems send groundswell.
- Avoid peak summer months if you want fewer crowds and to reduce the likelihood of section restrictions.
- Be alert for turbulence near buildings/shoreline structures.
Getting there & access
- Nearest City
- Alexandria
- Nearest Town
- Agami
- Nearest Airport
- Borg El Arab International Airport (HBE)
- Parking
- Accessible by car in winter; summer parking may require pass card entry; street parking/private lots reported near beach clubs
- Public Transport
- Well-served by microbuses and taxis from central Alexandria; ride-sharing apps like Uber and Careem widely available
- Access
- Direct access in under 5 minutes; winter offers open car access, summer requires pass cards for private beach
- Cost Level
- Budget
- Local Language
- Arabic
What's on the beach
- Accommodation
- Nearby town — Numerous holiday rentals, apartments, and hotels in the Agami and Alexandria area.
- Food & Drink
- Nearby restaurants/cafes along the corniche; nearby food and drink available.
- Equipment Rental:
- Rental availability reported via a surfing school; broader rentals outside schools not confirmed for this exact launch.
No schools or services are listed for this spot yet.
Off the water
A 15th-century defensive fortress located on the Mediterranean sea coast.
A major library and cultural center commemorating the ancient Library of Alexandria.
Exploration of underwater ruins and wrecks in the Abu Qir and Eastern Harbor areas.
Famous seafood dining with panoramic views of the Mediterranean.
Extensive gardens and beaches surrounding a former royal palace.
From riders who've been here
Latest reported conditions
Spot questions
Frequently asked questions
When is the best season at Agami?
The best overall months at Agami are December, January, February.
Which wind directions work at Agami?
Agami works with SE winds.
What skill level is Agami suitable for?
Agami suits these riding levels: Surfing: Beginner to Intermediate.