Surf spot

curralinho

Forecast conditions and map view for curralinho in Cape Verde. Open the interactive surf map to inspect wind, waves, and nearby spots.

Country: Cape Verde
Coordinates: 16.9223, -25.3136

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Wave direction	SE	SE	SE	S	S	S	S	S	S	S	S	S	S	S	S	S	S	S	S	S	S	S	S	S	S	S	S	S	S	S	S	S	S	S	S	S	S	S	S	S	S	S	S	S	S	S	S	S	S	S	S	S	S	SSE	SSE	SSE
Wave period (s)	8.7	7.9	9.7	9.1	9.7	7.8	8	8	8.1	8.2	8.6	8.2	8.1	8.1	8.1	8	8.1	8.1	8.2	9.4	8.2	8.7	8.3	8.1	7.7	9.9	9.9	9.9	9.9	9.8	9.8	9.8	9.7	9.6	9.3	9.2	9.1	8.9	8.8	8.6	8.7	8.6	8.5	8.4	8.4	8.4	8.3	8.3	8.3	8	8.1	7.8	7.7	6.9	6.8	6.8
Wave energy (kJ)	34	31	24	45	55	52	59	63	64	65	68	69	68	67	67	66	67	68	69	92	69	74	61	50	40	103	103	102	102	101	100	99	97	95	91	88	85	82	81	76	78	76	75	74	74	69	68	68	63	55	57	39	35	52	53	47
Wind speed (km/h)	4.8	7.1	11.7	8.3	9.9	11.1	4.7	5.9	9	14.1	0.4	3.3	6.2	12.6	9.5	4.9	7.2	6.5	6.4	4.5	6	3.7	5.6	14.7	13.1	14.7	13.5	12.8	15.3	16.1	5.2	5.6	2.1	3.4	6.6	7.9	9	15.9	8.7	2.8	8.2	18.4	4.3	11.5	11.8	14.7	11.2	10.4	8.9	3.4	4.7	12.5	16.8	10.7	3.1	7.9
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Curralinho, Cape Verde is a surf spot on the island of São Vicente (near Mindelo), known for its clean Atlantic swell and more local, less crowded feel compared with the better-known breaks in Cape Verde.

What it’s like

Wave type: Mostly a reef break with fast, powerful waves.
Best conditions: Works best on solid NW to N swell with light offshore winds.
Wave quality: Can be long and punchy, with sections suitable for intermediate to advanced surfers.
Crowds: Usually quieter than major surf destinations, but conditions can draw locals and experienced surfers when it’s working.
Hazards: Expect shallow reef, strong currents, and powerful surf. It’s not the best place for beginners unless conditions are very small and you’re with someone who knows the break.

Best for

Intermediate to advanced surfers
Surfers comfortable with reef waves
People looking for a more raw, less touristy Cape Verde surf experience

Nearby vibe

São Vicente offers a mix of laid-back island atmosphere, music culture, and ocean exposure, with Mindelo as the main hub for food, lodging, and nightlife.