
Surf Forecasts:
Praia da Vila surf forecast from 17 Jul 2026:
- Best quality surf: Monday 20 Jul, 6AM (local time) - 5.5ft (1.7m), 8s period, ENE swell with cross-offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Saturday 18 Jul, 3AM (local time) - 6ft (1.9m), 8s period, ENE swell with 481 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Friday 17 Jul, 3PM (local time) - 1.5ft (0.5m), 10s period with ESE swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Praia da Vila this week:
The surf forecast for Praia da Vila over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Friday (Jul 17) at 3PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.5m and 10s period with a secondary swell of 0.2m and 16s. The wind is predicted to be offshore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Praia da Vila in the next 16 days are 1.9m 8s and forecast to arrive on Saturday (Jul 18) at 3AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-offshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 2.4m 8s period and expected on Sunday (Jul 19) at 3AM.
| Wave Type | Time (-03) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 3PM (Fri 17th Jul) | 1.5ft (0.5m) 10s |
| Best Surf | 6AM (Mon 20th Jul) | 5.5ft (1.7m) 8s |
| Most Powerful | 3AM (Sat 18th Jul) | 6ft (1.9m) 8s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Praia da Vila over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Right, let’s have a look at what’s on offer for the next couple of weeks. I’m looking at Praia da Vila, and I’ll be honest with you, the start of this period is a bit of a letdown. The first few days are a write-off – we’re looking at tiny waves and messy conditions. The water is sitting at 60°, which is a whopping 5° colder than usual for this time of year, so you’ll absolutely feel that bite.
The first proper chance of a wave comes on Tuesday 21st July. The morning is a bit of a gamble with onshore wind and a 6ft swell from the ENE, but Tuesday afternoon cleans right up. We get glassy conditions and a 5ft ENE swell. The combined energy is moderate (348), and the period is a short 8 seconds, so it’ll be a bit lumpy and crumbly, but it’s clean and rideable. That’s your first real window.
Then we hit a bit of a lull again until Thursday 23rd July afternoon. The wind turns cross-offshore from the NNE with a 4ft SSE swell. The energy is solid (411), and the period is a bit better at 9 seconds. It’s clean and should offer some fun, punchy waves.
The real standout, though, is the end of the first week and into the start of the next. Saturday 25th July morning looks sweet – offshore NNE wind, 4ft from the SSE, and a combined energy of 401. It’s clean and should be a fun morning session.
But the absolute best on offer is Friday 31st July. Both morning and afternoon are exceptional. The swell is 4ft to 4ft from the ESE, with a very long period of 13 seconds – that’s proper groundswell energy. The combined energy is massive, hitting 738 in the morning and 936 in the afternoon. The wind is light and cross-offshore, keeping it glassy. This is a day for the good boards. The long period will mean the sets are well-spaced, so paddling out is easier, but it’ll break a bit more straight at a sandbar, so look for the peaks.
A mention for Wednesday 29th July afternoon – glassy conditions with a 5ft E swell, but the short 8-second period means it’ll be a bit weaker and less defined.
On Tuesday 28th July, the swell jumps to 8ft from the SE with a combined energy of 1054 – that’s strong, but it’s onshore and messy. It’s a big, raw, windy day, more suited to the kite crowd than us paddle surfers.
The start of August on Saturday 1st has a big 5ft ESE swell with a 16-second period and a huge energy of 1318, but it’s onshore and rainy. A real shame, as that’s a monster swell.
So, in short: the first few days are poor. The best windows are Tuesday 21st afternoon, Thursday 23rd afternoon, Saturday 25th morning, and the absolute standout is Friday 31st July – that’s the one to circle on the calendar. There’s a bit of a gap in the middle, but it’s not all bad. Stay patient.
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Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Warm (max 27°C on Sun morning, min 18°C on Fri morning). Wind will be generally light. | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryHeavy rain (total 20mm), heaviest during Tue night. Warm (max 28°C on Mon afternoon, min 17°C on Tue night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Friday 17 | Saturday 18 | Sunday 19 | Monday 20 | Tuesday 21 | Wednesday 22 | Thursday 23 | |||||||||||||||
AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | |
Swell Height Map | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | ESE 10 | ESE 10 | ESE 10 | ENE 8 | SSE 16 | S 15 | S 13 | S 13 | ENE 8 | S 12 | S 11 | S 11 | ENE 8 | ENE 8 | ENE 8 | ENE 8 | S 10 | S 10 | SSE 10 | SSE 9 | SSE 9 |
Wave Graph | |||||||||||||||||||||
88 | 57 | 38 | 444 | 26 | 38 | 31 | 12 | 433 | 11 | 10 | 9 | 331 | 284 | 207 | 160 | 320 | 369 | 322 | 254 | 172 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-off | off | cross-off | cross-off | off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | on | glassy | on | on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-off | cross-off |
High Tide | 4:46PM0.61m | 4:21AM0.66m | 5:21PM0.58m | 5:04AM0.62m | 6:02PM0.54m | 6:02AM0.58m | 6:40PM0.51m | 6:57AM0.53m | 7:14PM0.48m | 7:47AM0.48m | 7:51PM0.45m | 8:55AM0.44m | 8:47PM0.41m | ||||||||
Low Tide | 10:10AM0.05m | 10:38PM0.28m | 11:05AM0.11m | 11:29PM0.29m | 11:55AM0.16m | 00:09AM0.28m | 12:36PM0.22m | 00:43AM0.26m | 1:17PM0.27m | 1:28AM0.25m | 3:27PM0.29m | 3:43AM0.21m | 4:30PM0.27m | ||||||||
7:03 | — | — | 7:03 | — | — | 7:03 | — | — | 7:03 | — | — | 7:03 | — | — | 7:01 | — | — | 7:01 | — | — | |
— | 5:36 | — | — | 5:37 | — | — | 5:37 | — | — | 5:37 | — | — | 5:38 | — | — | 5:38 | — | — | 5:39 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | 14 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
Temp °C | 23 | 23 | 18 | 26 | 25 | 20 | 27 | 27 | 21 | 27 | 28 | 23 | 21 | 21 | 18 | 18 | 18 | 17 | 18 | 18 | 18 |
Feels °C | 19 | 20 | 15 | 23 | 22 | 18 | 24 | 24 | 19 | 25 | 26 | 21 | 22 | 23 | 19 | 18 | 18 | 17 | 20 | 18 | 18 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | ESE 10 | ESE 10 | ESE 10 | ENE 8 | SSE 16 | S 15 | NE 8 | S 13 | ENE 8 | ENE 8 | S 11 | ENE 8 | ENE 8 | ENE 8 | ENE 8 | ENE 8 | S 10 | S 10 | SSE 10 | SSE 9 | NE 8 |
88 | 57 | 38 | 444 | 26 | 38 | 408 | 12 | 433 | 365 | 10 | 365 | 331 | 284 | 207 | 160 | 320 | 369 | 322 | 254 | 196 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SE 18 | SSE 16 | S 15 | ESE 10 | ESE 10 | SE 9 | S 13 | — | S 12 | S 12 | — | S 11 | S 10 | S 9 | S 8 | S 8 | ENE 8 | ENE 8 | ENE 8 | ENE 8 | SSE 9 |
12 | 25 | 17 | 9 | 9 | 3 | 31 | — | 11 | 11 | — | 9 | 50 | 63 | 201 | 111 | 160 | 128 | 116 | 131 | 172 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | S 12 | S 12 | S 11 | S 13 | S 13 | — | S 8 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | S 14 | S 10 | — | — | S 14 | S 12 | S 11 |
3 | 3 | 9 | 14 | 3 | — | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 4 | 54 | — | — | 4 | 26 | 38 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NE 8 | NE 8 | NE 8 | NE 8 | NE 8 | NE 8 | NE 8 | NE 8 | NE 9 | NE 8 | NE 8 | NE 8 | — | SSW 2 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
362 | 515 | 509 | 678 | 497 | 522 | 565 | 423 | 611 | 593 | 408 | 530 | — | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 53 | 0 | 59 | 59 | 11 | 51 | 13 | 13 | 13 | 11 | 203 | 11 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 9 |
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Information about the Praia da Vila Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Praia da Vila provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Praia da Vila can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Praia da Vila surf forecast is unique since it includes wave energy (power) that defines the real feel of the surf rather than just the height or the period. If you surf the same spot (Praia da Vila) regularly then make a mental note of the wave energy from the surf forecast table each time you go. Very soon you may start to choose your surf days based on the wave energy alone combined with our forecast of favourable offshore wind conditions. Our star ratings will help here and of course you will also find the usual wave height and period predictions on our surf forecasts as well as a full break down of the swell components under our advanced users option (to reveal that, click the little Einstein character under the tide times).
Further information to help with frequently asked questions about our surf forecast for Praia da Vila may be found under the help tab on the top menu and also by moving your mouse over the question marks on the surf forecast table itself. Please always bear in mind that the forecast is for near-shore open water and local factors at each surf break influence the actual breaking wave height, such as the beach / reef profile, water depths offshore and shelter.
Praia da Vila is 1 km (1 miles) from Imbituba. If you plan a holiday in Santa Catarina - Sul, look for hotels and other accommodation in Imbituba. Imbituba has rooms for a wide range of budgets as well as car hire and transport links.










