Santinho
Santinho is one of Florianópolis's most consistent beaches on the north side of the island. The beach picks up E to SE swells and produces quality peaks along its length. Ancient petroglyphs on the surrounding rocks add historical interest to the area. The nearby resort development has made it more accessible but also more crowded.
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Spot Details
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- Optimal direction
- ESE (112°)
- Direction range
- 90° - 157°
- Size range
- 0.9m - 2m
- Ideal size
- 1.4m - 1.7m
- Height multiplier
- 0.97×
- Ideal period
- 12s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- NW (315°)
- Offshore range
- 270° - 360°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- all
Water temp
20°C
Wetsuit
3/2mm fullsuit
Difficulty
4/10
Crowd level
6/10
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of wave is Santinho?
Santinho is a beach break in Florianópolis, SC, Brazil, with peaks that run both left and right.
What swell works best at Santinho?
Santinho picks up swell from the E round to the SSE, and it's best when it's coming straight out of the ESE. It starts working at around 0.9m and handles up to about 2m, with the sweet spot around 1.4 to 1.7m. Period matters too: aim for 12s or longer, as anything under 8s 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 Santinho?
A NW wind is dead offshore at Santinho, and anything from the W round to the N 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 Santinho?
Santinho isn't especially fussy about tide and generally works through the cycle, so swell and wind matter more here. Big tides can still change how it breaks, so it's worth checking before you paddle out.
When is the best time of year to surf Santinho?
Santinho works year-round. Year-round consistency.
How cold is the water at Santinho?
The water at Santinho averages around 20°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 Santinho good for beginners?
It's more of an intermediate wave, rated 4/10 for difficulty, so newer surfers are best off sticking to the smaller days. Expect a moderate crowd (6/10) when it's on. Resort area.
How do I get to Santinho?
The nearest airport on our list is FLN, then it's roughly a 35-minute drive.
What other surf spots are near Santinho?
The closest breaks we track are Ingleses (3.7 km), Moçambique (5.7 km) and Praia Mole (16 km), handy when Santinho isn't working. We track 7 spots around Florianópolis, SC in total.
Best Season
Peak: Jan-Dec
Year-round consistency
Getting There
Nearby Spots
Ingleses
👨👩👧 Family beach • NE swell option • Beginner friendly
Moçambique
🏖️ Floripa's longest beach • Consistent barrels • Multiple peaks
Praia Mole
🌴 Floripa's fashion beach • Consistent A-frames • Vibrant scene
Joaquina
🏄 Santa Catarina's surf capital • Iconic dune backdrop • Competition venue
Campeche
✅ Floripa's most consistent • Year-round waves • Multiple peaks
Lagoinha do Leste
🥾 2-hour hike access • Pristine paradise • Worth the effort