Santinho today
Open sea, dunes and rock carvings on the headland. Good for surfing when an east or south swell comes in.
- Faces east
- Open sea, with waves
- Best with southwest, west and northwest wind
About Santinho
- Surf
- Nature
- Dunes
- 1.9 km of beach
Wind in Santinho
Faces east. Offshore wind makes the water smooth; onshore wind brings chop.
| Wind | In Santinho |
|---|---|
| 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
Picks up E/SE/S swell; barrels with N/NW wind. Intermediate–advanced.
Nearby beaches
- Ingleses 3.9 km
- Moçambique 6.2 km
- Cachoeira do Bom Jesus 7.2 km
- Praia Brava 7.7 km
- Ponta das Canas 8.1 km
Frequently asked questions
What's the best wind for Santinho?
Santinho 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 Santinho 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 Santinho 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 Santinho good for kids?
Needs care: open sea and currents in some stretches. Stick to the corners and areas with lifeguards.
How is Santinho 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 Santinho 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 Santinho?
Car, via Ingleses.
An estimated forecast from open weather and sea data. Check the sea and listen to the lifeguards.
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