Praia Mole Surf Guide
Surf spot guide
Ideal Surf Conditions
Swell Direction
E, S
Wind
Calm or offshore from the NW.
Surf Height
Waist high to a few feets overhead
Tide
All tides, but best in the medium levels.
Praia Mole Surf Guide
The hills around the small bay of Praia Mole also offer great wind protection for everything but straight-onshore E winds, so it's a good place to check when other spots blow out. There are two basic spots: the north end of the beach offers quality peaks when the surf is small, but bigger swells tend to close out the rights - and the lefts can hold to slightly overhead, but anything bigger will shut them down, as well; and the rest of the beach is average beachbreak stuff, but various peaks can have their day, and when S winds blow out the rest of the beaches, everyone will end up here looking for a wave. In the south corner, protected from the wind, is Gravatá, that hold bigger S/SE swells and produces a right hand.
Ability Level
All Abilities
All levels -- Depends on size of course.
Local Vibe
Welcoming
Easygoing.
Crowd Factor
Moderate
Crowded but not aggro, usually.
Spot Rating
Fun
Very consistent with many wave options along the beach.
Shoulder Burn
Medium
The paddle is not bad for smaller days, but becomes more the larger it gets.
Water Quality
Clean
Fairly clean for the most part.
Hazards
Rip currents.
Bring Your
Shortboard
Access
Easy.
Bottom
Sand.
Best Season
Fall and winter are best, but breaks year-round.
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