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.
Today's Conditions
Location & Conditions
Tide Times
Strike Score Breakdown
Location & Conditions
Spot Details
Swell Requirements
- Optimal direction
- ESE (112°)
- Direction range
- 90° - 157°
- Size range
- 0.9m - 2m
- Ideal size
- 1.7m
- Height multiplier
- 0.97×
- Ideal period
- 12s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- NW (315°)
- Offshore range
- 270° - 360°
- Best window
- morning
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- all
Water temp
20°C
Wetsuit
3/2mm fullsuit
Difficulty
4/10
Crowd level
6/10
Best Season
Peak: Jan-Dec
Year-round consistency
Getting There
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