Surf spot

Praia do Sol

Forecast conditions and map view for Praia do Sol in Brazil, Santa Catarina North. Open the interactive surf map to inspect wind, waves, and nearby spots.

Country: Brazil, Santa Catarina North
Coordinates: -26.6800, -48.6882

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Wave period (s)	4.7	4.9	4.6	5.2	5.5	6.3	6.4	5.5	5.5	4.8	4.3	4.5	5	5.5	5.8	5.5	5	4.8	4.8	4.5	4.7	4.8	4.5	4.2	5.1	5.3	5.8	6	6.2	6.4	7	6.7	4.3	4.6	4.7	5.3	7	7.2	7.2	6.5	5.3	5	7.7	7.4	7.3	7.4	10.1	10.4	10.4	10.6	10.4	10.3	10.2	9.8	9.5	9.3
Wave energy (kJ)	18	16	12	17	14	19	17	34	28	30	20	16	16	20	18	20	21	20	20	16	20	19	14	13	23	25	32	35	39	36	45	44	19	22	20	23	24	22	18	15	13	12	14	11	11	10	24	32	39	40	39	37	37	28	26	22
Wind speed (km/h)	3.6	5.1	2.8	3.7	6.4	7.6	14.3	8.2	0.4	1.9	1.5	2	4.7	6.6	9.7	8.8	3.8	4.1	3.1	4.8	3.9	4.6	3.4	3.5	4.1	3.8	3.2	2.9	3.3	5.9	5.4	3.7	1.3	1.8	1.8	3.7	4.1	6.8	6	5.9	3.1	2.9	2.6	3.5	7.1	8.4	4.8	1	3.1	4.1	4	4.9	4.2	4.1	3.2	2.3
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Praia do Sol in Northern Santa Catarina, Brazil is a scenic surf spot known for its tropical setting and generally playful beach-break waves.

Surf character

Type: Beach break
Wave quality: Usually fun and user-friendly, with occasional better-shaped peaks when sandbars line up well
Best conditions: Often improves with swell from the south/southeast and clean offshore winds
Wave size: Commonly small to medium, though it can pick up more during stronger swell events

What to expect

The spot tends to offer multiple peaks along the beach, which makes it good for both beginners and intermediates.
Depending on sand movement, waves can be fast and punchy or more forgiving and mellow.
Because it’s a beach break, conditions can change quickly with tides, swell direction, and recent sandbar shifts.

Local vibe

Northern Santa Catarina is famous for its beautiful coastline and active surf culture.
Praia do Sol typically has a relaxed, beachy atmosphere, with easier access than more remote breaks.
Crowds may increase when conditions are good, especially on weekends and during holiday periods.

Best for

Beginner to intermediate surfers
Surf travelers looking for a scenic, less intimidating beach break
Longboarders on smaller, softer days

Tips

Check the tide, as some beach breaks in the area work much better mid to lower tide.
Watch for currents and shifting sandbars.
If you want the best chance of clean surf, look for light winds early in the day.