Praia Brava
Florianopolis · Brazil
Beach breakgood for beginners and intermediatesboard rental nearby
The island's northern beach. Best wind — SW.
Live 7-day forecast →
Wave height and period, wind, tide and a “can you surf today” verdict — for every level and for yours personally. Free, no install.
The spot in short
| Type | Beach break |
|---|---|
| Good for | beginners and intermediates |
| Beach faces | east |
| Working swell | from north — southeast |
| Coordinates | -27.4, -48.415 |
FAQ
Is Praia Brava good for beginners?
Yes, Praia Brava works for beginners (and not only). Still check the live forecast before paddling out: even a “beginner spot” can get dangerous in a big swell.
What’s the surf forecast for Praia Brava today?
The live 7-day forecast — wave height and period, wind, tide, daylight and a plain-words verdict — is on the spot’s page in Plyuh: https://plyuh.com/#brazil-florianopolis/praia-brava-floripa. The forecast is checked against nearby buoys and satellites.
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- Morro das Pedras — Right-hand reef, intermediates and advanced surfers
- Matadeiro — Beach break in a bay, intermediates and advanced surfers