Heading south to the Canary Islands signals the start of a transatlantic adventure for many European yachts. When this is the case the main concern is an acceleration zone on the north-west corner of Spain. With northerly winds in place there will be an acceleration zone west of the Atlas Mountains. The passage to the Canary Islands can be a lovely sail and a preview to tradewind sailing – but you do need to watch the weather. Watch for an acceleration zone close west of the Atlas Mountains (near the latitude of Marrakesh).

Source: The North Africa Journal July 06, 2020 09:00 UTC