Praia Brava today
Open sea and strong waves, surrounded by hills. A surf spot with a young crowd in the north of the island.
- Faces east
- Open sea, with waves
- Best with southwest, west and northwest wind
About Praia Brava
- Surf
- Young crowd
- Waves
- 1.5 km of beach
Wind in Praia Brava
Faces east. Offshore wind makes the water smooth; onshore wind brings chop.
| Wind | In Praia Brava |
|---|---|
| North | Cross-shore |
| Northeast | Onshore · small waves |
| East | Onshore · small waves |
| Southeast | Onshore · small waves |
| South | Cross-shore |
| Southwest | Offshore · glassy water |
| West | Offshore · glassy water |
| Northwest | Offshore · glassy water |
Surf
Powerful sandbar peaks; calmer away from the rocks. Int–advanced.
Nearby beaches
- Ponta das Canas 1.6 km
- Lagoinha do Norte 1.7 km
- Cachoeira do Bom Jesus 3.0 km
- Ingleses 3.9 km
- Canasvieiras 5.2 km
Frequently asked questions
What's the best wind for Praia Brava?
Praia Brava faces east. Southwest, west and northwest winds blow from land or arrive blocked, and smooth the sea. Northeast, east and southeast winds blow head-on and bring chop.
Does Praia Brava have waves or a calm sea?
Usually open sea with waves. It picks up open-ocean swells well, so the sea changes a lot from one day to the next.
What's the best stretch of Praia Brava today?
It depends on the wind and sea at the time. Each stretch's score (North corner, Center and South corner) shows live on the map on this page, with the best spot highlighted.
Is Praia Brava good for kids?
Needs care: open sea and currents in some stretches. Stick to the corners and areas with lifeguards.
How is Praia Brava today?
At the top of this page, live: a score from 0 to 10, the best time and the best stretch. If the wind is about to shift, you'll know when. Tell us where you're leaving from and see the drive time.
What's the UV index at Praia Brava today?
At the top of this page, live: the UV right now, the day's peak and the hours to wear sunscreen (UV 3 or more).
How do I get to Praia Brava?
Car, via Ingleses or Canasvieiras.
An estimated forecast from open weather and sea data. Check the sea and listen to the lifeguards.
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