Hof Maravi
- Shortboard, Longboard
- Best for
- Beginner
- Skill Level
- Swell
- Spot Type
- Busy
- Crowd Level
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About
Hof Maravi is an exposed beach/jetty surfing spot on the Ashdod coastline that is often working, with surf patterns frequently described as consistent and influenced by the nearby jetty. The break is typically centered on sandbars shaped by the jetty, and it can offer both left and right waves, with the northern end often helping define the peak. Seasonally, winter is described as the best time of year. In that period, offshore winds are reported from the east, which can help keep conditions cleaner for riding. When the sea-breeze/thermal effects strengthen later in the day (especially in warmer months), winds can shift and conditions can become choppier, so timing matters. Wave quality is generally described as average, but ride length can improve on good swell days. Reports note rides that can reach roughly 50 to 100 meters when the sandbars are working well near the jetty. On larger swells, the spot can hold size up to around the 2-meter range, though conditions may become heavier and rip risk increases. Safety-wise, the main concerns are rip currents near the jetty and submerged rocks near the northern breakwater, particularly at larger sizes. The spot can also be crowded during weekends and when sandbars are firing well, so arriving early and using standard surfing etiquette are important.
- Exposed beach/jetty break that is often working
- Jetty-influenced sandbar structure helps organize the peak
- Winter is typically the best season
- Often working and can offer fairly consistent surf
- Jetty influences sandbars and helps organize peaks
- Good winter season for surfing
- Can get quite busy in the water
- Rip currents near the jetty
- Choppier conditions with onshore winds
Wind, water and seasons
Wind
- Direction
- E, ESE, NE
- Offshore directions
- E, ESE
- Wind Range
- 5–15 kts
- Wind Type
- Sea breeze — Sea-breeze conditions with offshore east directions in winter; afternoons can strengthen sea-breezes.
- Reliability
- Moderate for offshore mornings; high for onshore afternoons in summer
- Gust Factor
- Light gusts — Reported as light gusts.
- Best Months
- November, December, January, February, March
- Shadow Zones
- The northern jetty provides some protection from northerly winds
Water & beach
- Water Type
- Swell
- Beach
- Sand
- Beach Size
- Medium
- Waves
- Small — Small in typical conditions; can hold size up to around 2 meters on larger swells.
- Launch
- Medium — Wide sandy beach with ample room for surfers to enter the water.
- Launch Difficulty
- Easy
Through the year
High during summer weekends and winter swell events
Rain occurs mostly between December and February during Mediterranean storm cycles
By sport
What to expect for each.
An exposed beach/jetty break often working with fairly consistent surf, with patterns influenced by the nearby jetty and frequently driven by windswells.
- Wave Direction
- Both
- Optimal Swell
- W, NW
- Swell Height
- 0.5–2 m
- Optimal Tide
- All tides
- Shelter
- Semi-sheltered — Reported as exposed, but also described as influenced by a nearby jetty.
- Wind Effect
- East/offshore winds groom the waves; West/onshore winds create choppy conditions.
- Bigger Swell
- Holds size well up to around 2 meters but can become heavy with strong rip currents.
- Wave Quality
- Average
- Wave Power
- Moderate
- Wave Shape
- Peeling
- Peel Speed
- Medium
- Ride Length
- Medium — Good days can offer longer rides, and the jetty helps organize the peak.
- Typical Ride Length
- 60–100 m
- Ride Length Details
- Reported rides of about 50 to 100 meters on good swell days; typical rides are longer when the sandbars are well organized near the jetty.
Check the forecast before you go
See wind, waves, weather and session windows for Hof Maravi in the full forecast view.
Hof Maravi wind and wave forecast summary
- Wind
- 3–11 ktsGusts 19 kts
- Direction
- WNW299°
- Strongest day
- Sat, Oct 2411 kts
- Windy days
- 0/712 kts or more
- Waves
- 0.3–1.6 m5s period
- Temperature
- 18–29 °C
Over the next 7 days, Hof Maravi is forecast for daytime winds of 3–11 kts, peaking around 11 kts on Saturday, October 24 with gusts to 19 kts. The prevailing direction is WNW. Waves run 0.3–1.6 m with a period of about 5s. Based on the Wavind model, in the spot’s local time.
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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 near the jetty
- Submerged rocks near the northern breakwater
- Crowded conditions during weekends and good swells
Rescue & support
- Lifeguard
- Seasonal — Seasonal lifeguards are reported.
- Rescue & Self-Rescue
- Limited — Rescue availability is reported as limited.
- Emergency Info
- Ashdod's main hospital (Assuta) is within about a 10-minute drive.
- Localism / Vibe
- Mild — Mild localism reported.
Rules of the spot
Standard surfing etiquette applies; give way to those already on the wave.
- Arrive early in the morning before the sea breeze turns the water choppy.
- The northern end near the rocks often has the best-defined peak.
Getting there & access
- Nearest City
- Ashdod
- Nearest Town
- Ashdod
- Parking
- Available parking lots along the beach promenade
- Public Transport
- Easily accessible by car or public transport from central Ashdod
- Local Language
- Hebrew
What's on the beach
- Accommodation
- Nearby town — Various hotels and short-term rentals available within Ashdod city limits
- Food & Drink
- Numerous cafes and restaurants along the beach promenade and nearby city center
- Equipment Rental:
- Surfboards and SUPs can be rented from clubs located on the adjacent beaches
No schools or services are listed for this spot yet.
From riders who've been here
Latest reported conditions
Spot questions
Frequently asked questions
When is the best season at Hof Maravi?
The best overall months at Hof Maravi are January, February, December, March. The best wind months are November, December, January, February, March.
Which wind directions work at Hof Maravi?
Hof Maravi works with E, ESE, NE winds. Offshore directions are E, ESE.
What skill level is Hof Maravi suitable for?
Hof Maravi suits these riding levels: Surfing: Beginner to Intermediate.