About This Spot
Galheta, Brazil is one of the world's premier wind-sports destinations, located in Brazil.
Situated in South America, the spot offers Medium waves water conditions, making it ideal for experienced riders pushing their limits.
With NE–SE winds, peaking from September to November, Galheta, Brazil delivers the kind of sessions that keep riders coming back year after year.
Why Riders Love It
Best directions are Northeast and Southeast. Best time of the year during spring. During summer stronger fronts coming from South. During autumn lighter winds from N and NE. During winter you will find the worst wind. In average you can estimate 3-4 days with wind per week over the year.
When to Go
September to November: short wetsuit, air 27°C. December to April: shorts and a lycra (as sun protection), air more than 33°C. April to May: shorty again, air 22°C. May to August: long wetsuit (3.2 mm), air 22°C. When the winds are from the Northeast, the water is cold, requiring a thicker wetsuit, minimum 3.2.
What to Expect
Nice waves, lefts and rights. Few rocks in the water.
Wind & Conditions
NE · SE
Best wind direction
Best directions are Northeast and Southeast. Best time of the year during spring. During summer stronger fronts coming from South. During autumn lighter winds from N and NE. During winter you will find the worst wind. In average you can estimate 3-4 days with wind per week over the year.
Best Months
Water Conditions
Nice waves, lefts and rights. Few rocks in the water.
Check Conditions
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Facilities & Access
📍 Getting There
📍Medium walk to the beach
From Florianopolis drive east towards Lagoa and further east you will get to Praia Mole. From here drive up further north and find the access to the beach.
Location
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