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Praia de Coqueirinho

3.2 — based on 5 community signals
4.0 5 species 5 contributors

Praia de Coqueirinho is a year-round Brazilian surf destination with consistent waves and local video coverage documenting its appeal.

⭐ Best for beginners.

updated 4 months ago
Difficulty
Beginner
Shore entryFamily-friendly

At a glance

Activity
surf
Difficulty
beginner
Best months
Year-round

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Conditions today

Conditions

Open-Meteo
Wind
9.5 kn
Wave
1.28 m
Water
28°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: SE (51%)
Now: SSE (165°)
Tide (7 days)
range: 1.87m

Today: High 10:00 (+0.4m), Low 03:00 (-0.17m)

+1.1 m0 m-0.8 m
▼ 03:00 · -0.17m ▲ 10:00 · +0.4m ▼ 16:00 · -0.06m ▲ 22:00 · +0.48m Now +0.1m
Fri 18Sat 19Sun 20Mon 21Tue 22Wed 23Thu 24
UV9 · very high Air PM2.58 · good 05:11 17:15
Day Wind Wave UV Rain
09-18 15.7 1.4 9 4mm
09-19 13.7 1.34 9 6mm
09-20 13.3 1.26 9 6mm
09-21 11.6 1.18 9 1mm
09-22 11.9 1.24 9 5mm
09-23 10.8 1.24 8 0mm
09-24 9.6 1.24 8 1mm

About this spot

Praia de Coqueirinho is a Brazilian beach break offering reliable surf conditions throughout the year. Located outside a marine protected area, the spot attracts surfers seeking accessible waves without complex permit requirements. The beach has built a small but active community, with local surfers documenting sessions on video and sharing knowledge about conditions and technique. The beach's year-round suitability means you can time a trip around your schedule rather than waiting for peak season windows. Whether you're a traveling surfer or local regular, the consistent swell patterns and community presence make this a practical choice for sessions. The available video documentation from local surfers gives you honest insight into what to expect on different days. Access is straightforward with no protected area restrictions. The community aspect here is real—local knowledge shared through videos and informal networks helps visiting surfers dial in timing and positioning. Water conditions and exact break characteristics should be confirmed by checking recent community footage and current reports before your trip.

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Best months

Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

Trip essentials

Everything you need before you pack — checklist, sun, logistics.

Trip checklist

  • 🛂 Visa-free or visa-on-arrival
  • 🏄 Surfboard or rental confirmation
  • 🧴 Reef-safe sunscreen SPF 50+
  • 🔌 Plug type C/N · 127V adapter
  • 💊 Seasickness meds + ear drops
  • 📱 Offline maps + emergency contact

Quick facts

  • 🌓 Moon First quarter · 48%
  • GPS
Sustainability disclosures
🌍 CO2 footprint LHR ↔ 7313km · ~1682kg · €30

From your departure country

United States
Origin score: 82/100
  • Visa: Visa-free · 90 days max
  • Flight: 13h · direct
  • Jet-lag: 2h east · 2 days recovery

FAQ

Is Praia de Coqueirinho good year-round?

Yes. The beach offers consistent waves throughout all seasons, making it suitable for trip planning whenever you have time to travel. Seasonal variations exist, but reliable swell keeps the break active across the calendar.

What type of break is this and what skill level?

Praia de Coqueirinho is a beach break. Exact difficulty varies with swell size and conditions. Check local community videos on recent sessions to gauge the current state and see whether the day's conditions suit your skill level.

Are there marine life considerations?

The spot is outside a marine protected area. Local observations from the area are available if you want species and ecosystem detail. Standard ocean awareness and respect for local wildlife apply.

Do I need permits or special access?

No. Praia de Coqueirinho is not within a marine protected area, so there are no permit requirements. Access is open to surfers—just follow local customs and check tide and swell forecasts before paddling out.

Recently spotted by divers

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Verified marine species observations

5 records · 3 species · sources: OBIS, GBIF

Ocypode quadrata

Malacostraca · Ocypodidae
GBIF
Last seen:
7 Apr 2026
×2records

Mellita quinquiesperforata

Echinoidea · Mellitidae
GBIF
Last seen:
3 Apr 2026
×2records

Leptuca leptodactyla

Malacostraca · Ocypodidae
GBIF
Last seen:
18 Jan 2026
×1records

Data: 187,991 observations from OBIS (Ocean Biodiversity Information System) and GBIF (Global Biodiversity Information Facility). CC-BY 4.0.

See this spot in action

YouTube videos — click to play.

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Brian B

DIA DE SURF NA PRAIA DE COQUEIRINHO ‹ MY LIFE SUCKS ›

My Life Sucks!

Surf na Praia de Coqueirinho - 07/06/2009

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