Praia da Saudade - surf spot statistics

Praia da Saudade in Brazil is primarily a windswell-dominated spot, with ground swells making up a smaller portion of the swell mix. The best months for surfing here are generally from May to September, when there’s a higher percentage of ground swell (peaking at 24% in May) and slightly better wind conditions. However, the mean swell size remains modest throughout the year, averaging around 0.7m to 0.9m, which suggests smaller, more forgiving waves suited for beginners or longboarders rather than powerful, hollow breaks. Wind conditions are consistently challenging, with bad winds (onshore or cross-shore) dominating 70% to 80% of the time across all months, though June stands out as having the most favorable wind conditions (32% good winds). Overall, the surf here is best when local windswell combines with occasional ground swell, particularly in late autumn and early winter (May-June), but surfers should expect variable wind quality and mostly small to medium-sized waves year-round. If clean conditions align, mid-year offers the most reliable opportunities, but it’s not a high-performance spot.

June at Praia da Saudade offers generally small but surfable conditions, with an average swell height of 0.7m and a decent period of 9.1s, indicating consistent, albeit modest, energy in the waves. The dominant swell direction is from the east, with 28% of waves in the 0.5-1m range and another 6% in the 1-1.5m range, suggesting occasional slightly larger sets. Cross-shore or light onshore winds are most common, with only 32% of days providing ideal offshore or sideshore winds for cleaner conditions. Wind speeds are typically moderate (10-20kph), but stronger gusts can occur, particularly from the south and southeast. While not a big-wave month, the consistency and period make it suitable for longboarders or those looking for mellow sessions—just watch for wind direction to score the best days.