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Praia do Rosa

Imbituba, SC, Brazil

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Praia do Rosa is one of the most beautiful beaches in Santa Catarina, a crescent-shaped bay framed by green hills that has become a favorite for eco-tourists and surfers alike. The wave produces powerful lefts on solid S swells, with the south end of the beach offering the most consistent peaks. The town has maintained its bohemian charm despite growing popularity, with excellent restaurants and a laid-back atmosphere. Right whale watching is a bonus in winter months.

Praia do Rosa surf forecast

Model forecast for swell, wind and tide.

10-Day Forecast

Today3

Poor

1.4mENE@8s

13km/h

1.4m@8s

13km/h

Wed4

Poor

1.2mENE@9s

14km/h

1.2m@9s

14km/h

Thu5

Poor

1.0mE@8s

26km/h

1.0m@8s

26km/h

Fri6

Poor

1.1mSSE@8s

10km/h

1.1m@8s

10km/h

Sat7

Poor

0.8mESE@8s

16km/h

0.8m@8s

16km/h

Sun8

Poor

1.2mSSE@8s

26km/h

1.2m@8s

26km/h

Mon9

Fair

2.3mSSE@11s

13km/h

2.3m@11s

13km/h

Tue10

Fair

1.6mSSE@10s

15km/h

1.6m@10s

15km/h

Wed11

Poor

1.0mSE@8s

23km/h

1.0m@8s

23km/h

Thu12

Poor

1.0mE@9s

25km/h

1.0m@9s

25km/h

Choppy 5+ days out, less certain

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Today's ConditionsToday's Conditions

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Best session: AfternoonAM 11 km/h · PM 12 km/h · Tide at 12pm (0.8m)

Swell

1.4m

ENE(78°)

Score: 14/25

Period

Short period

Score: 2/25

Wind

13km/h

S(189°)

Score: 4/25

Weather

23°C

0.0mm30%

First light 4:51amSunrise 5:21amSunset 6:35pmLast light 7:05pm

Windswell

0.1m@2s

Secondary

0.1m

Confidence

100%

Location & Conditions

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Swell1.4m @8s ENE outside window

Wind13 km/h S onshore

SwellWind: Offshore Cross Onshore

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Hourly Forecast, Tide & Strike Windows

Strike window: 6:17–11:30am · risingStrike window: 1:10–7:05pm · through lowIdeal tide: mid

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3m1.5

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18g38

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10g26

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tidem

3:40am0.2m

12:18pm0.8m

4:30pm0.6m

9:30pm0.6m

4:36am0.3m

12:12pm0.8m

5:00pm0.5m

9:18pm0.7m

5:12am0.3m

12:54pm0.8m

5:45pm0.5m

10:10pm0.7m

5:54am0.2m

12:10pm0.7m

5:50pm0.4m

6:36am0.4m

11:30am0.8m

6:06pm0.4m

7:04am0.7m

11:47am1.1m

7:00pm0.5m

7:52am0.5m

12:10pm0.8m

7:36pm0.2m

1:07am0.8m

8:21am0.3m

12:45pm0.6m

7:55pm0.0m

1:50am0.7m

8:47am0.2m

1:16pm0.6m

8:20pm0.0m

2:30am0.6m

9:06am0.3m

1:52pm0.6m

Ideal tide (from tide preference)Strike windowNight

Tide times today

3:40 am

Low · 0.22m

12:18 pm

High · 0.76m

4:30 pm

Low · 0.56m

7:30 pm

High · 0.61m

Times shown in spot-local time.+1 more tide events

Strike Score Breakdown

Poor

Components

Swell Direction0/25

Swell Size14/25

Swell Period2/25

Wind4/25

Raw Score20/100

Adjustments

💨 Gusty Wind-5

⚠️ Weak Component-10

Adjusted Score5/100

Confidence

Multiplier×1.00

Final Score5

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Location & Conditions

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Swell1.4m @8s ENE outside window

Wind13 km/h S onshore

SwellWind: Offshore Cross Onshore

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Swell Requirements

Optimal direction: SSE (157°)
Direction range: 135° - 200°
Size range: 1.2m - 3m
Ideal size: 2m - 2.6m
Height multiplier: 0.97×
Ideal period: 14s+

Wind Requirements

Optimal direction: N (0°)
Offshore range: 315° - 45°

Tide Requirements

Optimal tide: mid

Water temp

19°C

Wetsuit

3/2mm fullsuit

Difficulty

6/10

Crowd level

6/10

Frequently Asked Questions

What kind of wave is Praia do Rosa?

Praia do Rosa is a beach break in Imbituba, SC, Brazil, that mostly breaks left.

What swell works best at Praia do Rosa?

Praia do Rosa picks up swell from the SE round to the SSW, and it's best when it's coming straight out of the SSE. It starts working at around 1.2m and handles up to about 3m, with the sweet spot around 2 to 2.6m. Period matters too: aim for 14s or longer, as anything under 10s tends to be weak. These are the numbers our scoring uses, so treat them as a guide rather than a promise.

What wind is offshore at Praia do Rosa?

A N wind is dead offshore at Praia do Rosa, and anything from the NW round to the NE keeps it clean. The morning is typically the best window, roughly 5am to 10am. Light winds from other directions can still be fine; strong offshores can make it hard to get into waves.

What tide is best at Praia do Rosa?

Praia do Rosa is at its best around mid tide.

When is the best time of year to surf Praia do Rosa?

The most reliable run of swell at Praia do Rosa comes Mar to Oct. Best with S swells in winter.

How cold is the water at Praia do Rosa?

The water at Praia do Rosa averages around 19°C, so you'll want a 3/2mm fullsuit. It shifts a few degrees through the year, so check the season before you pack.

Is Praia do Rosa good for beginners?

It's more of an intermediate wave, rated 6/10 for difficulty, so newer surfers are best off sticking to the smaller days. Expect a moderate crowd (6/10) when it's on. Popular beach.

How do I get to Praia do Rosa?

The nearest airport on our list is FLN, then it's roughly a 1.5-hour drive.

What other surf spots are near Praia do Rosa?

The closest breaks we track are Itiraquera (3.7 km), Ferrugem (7.2 km) and Silveira Point (11 km), handy when Praia do Rosa isn't working. We track 4 spots around Imbituba, SC in total.