Praia Mole
Praia Mole is Florianópolis's fashion beach, known for its beautiful people, vibrant bar scene, and surprisingly consistent waves. The beach break produces hollow A-frames that barrel over the sandy bottom, offering both lefts and rights depending on the sandbar configuration. While it's not the most powerful wave on the island, the consistent conditions and social atmosphere make it a favorite for surfers who appreciate a complete beach experience.
Today's Conditions
Location & Conditions
Tide Times
Strike Score Breakdown
Location & Conditions
Spot Details
Swell Requirements
- Optimal direction
- SE (135°)
- Direction range
- 90° - 180°
- Size range
- 0.9m - 2.5m
- Ideal size
- 2.0m
- Height multiplier
- 1.00×
- Ideal period
- 12s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- N (0°)
- Offshore range
- 315° - 45°
- Best window
- morning
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- all
Water temp
20°C
Wetsuit
3/2mm fullsuit
Difficulty
4/10
Crowd level
7/10
Best Season
Peak: Jan-Dec
Year-round fun waves
Getting There
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