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Praia da Vila - surf spot statistics
Praia da Vila seasonal overview
Praia da Vila in Brazil offers consistent surf year-round due to its reliable swell activity, though conditions vary across seasons. The best months for surfing are generally from May to September, when ground swells peak (34-42%) and mean swell heights reach between 1.6-1.9m. May and June stand out with the highest ground swell influence (42%) and manageable wind conditions (25% good winds). July also maintains solid swell size (1.7m), though wind quality drops slightly. Late autumn and winter (May-August) provide the most structured waves, with September seeing the largest swells (1.9m) but suffering from poorer wind conditions (87% bad winds). In contrast, summer months (December-February) rely heavily on wind swells (81-84%) and have smaller waves (1.4-1.5m), compounded by unfavorable winds (76-82% bad). Spring (October-November) and early autumn (March-April) are transitional, with improving ground swell contributions but still challenging wind patterns. For optimal surfing, prioritize May-July when swell size, consistency, and relatively better wind conditions align, though advanced surfers may still find September's powerful swells worthwhile despite gustier winds. Avoid peak summer (December-February) if seeking quality ground swells or clean offshore conditions.
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Conditions at Praia da Vila in July
In July, Praia da Vila offers surfers consistent but moderate conditions with an average swell height of 1.7m and a solid period of 9.7s, indicating well-formed, powerful waves. The swell direction is predominantly from the S, SSE, and SE, with the highest frequency of rideable waves (1.5–2.5m) coming from the S (22.3% combined) and SSE (10.9% combined). These directions provide the best energy for surfing, though ENE and E also contribute mid-sized waves. Wind conditions are less ideal, with only 22% of days offering favorable offshore or light winds. The majority of winds come from N to NNE at 10–30kph, which can create choppy or cross-shore conditions, while SW and SSW winds (stronger at 20–40kph) further reduce quality. Overall, July delivers rideable waves, but surfers should target days with S swells and lighter winds for the best sessions.
Average Spot conditions at Praia da Vila in July
Swell history for July
Wind history for July
Swell quality
Analyze the groundswell consistency at Praia da Vila during July. Based on historical data, there is a % probability of groundswell occurring this month. The chart below provides a detailed breakdown of the average wave height distribution, offering deep insights into the swell quality and surf potential you can expect at Praia da Vila for your next trip in July.
Ground swell
Ground swell by size
Wind conditions
Evaluate the wind and swell alignment at Praia da Vila for July. Our analysis shows that favorable offshore or side-shore winds coincide with surfable swell approximately % of the time. The accompanying graph illustrates the average size distribution of waves during these optimal wind windows at Praia da Vila.