Florianópolis – Joaquina in January
January is a fair month for surfing at Florianópolis – Joaquina; the best time is April–September. The best surf here comes with the swell direction and winds of its season, not with the biggest waves.
Plan your trip to Florianópolis – JoaquinaEvery month at a glance, daily wind and waves from years of weather statistics, photos, videos and local tips.Updated October 2026 · weather data 2022–2026
In short
- Waves: 1.3 m on average (daily maximum)
- Water: 27°C, no wetsuit
- Air: 28°C by day, 22°C at night
- Weather: 28 sunny days, 19 rainy days
Florianópolis – JoaquinaSanta Catarina, BrazilIntermediate and up · no wetsuit · ✈ FLN 11 kmWave height: average daily maximum. Figures from 5 years of weather data (Open-Meteo).
Best time to go →Other spots for surfing in January
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La PedreraUruguay · 943 km away · water 23°C1.6 m waves2
Ilha do MelBrazil · 232 km away · water 29°C1.3 m waves3
Mar del PlataArgentina · 1432 km away · water 21°C1.2 m wavesWithin 1,500 km, ranked by wave height and, a little, warm water.
Where to go surfing in January →Schools and camps near Florianópolis – Joaquina
- Marco Polo Surf Escola 4.7 km
- Escola de Surf 6.6 km
- Escola de Surf Paz na Terra 6.8 km
- Floripa Surf Hostel 7.3 km
Camps and schools are from OpenStreetMap; check with them directly before you book.
Questions
Is January a good time for surfing at Florianópolis – Joaquina?
January is a fair month for surfing at Florianópolis – Joaquina; the best time is April–September. The best surf here comes with the swell direction and winds of its season, not with the biggest waves. Waves 1.3 m, water 27°C (no wetsuit), air 28°C.
How warm is the water at Florianópolis – Joaquina in January?
About 27°C: no wetsuit.
How big are the waves at Florianópolis – Joaquina in January?
About 1.3 m on average (daily maximum).
What is the weather like at Florianópolis – Joaquina in January?
Around 28°C by day and 22°C at night, with about 28 sunny and 19 rainy days.
Where else can I go surfing in January?
Within 1,500 km: La Pedrera (1.6 m waves), Ilha do Mel (1.3 m waves) & Mar del Plata (1.2 m waves).