Florianópolis – Joaquina in May
May is one of the best months for surfing at Florianópolis – Joaquina. 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: 1.5 m on average (daily maximum)
- Water: 22°C, shorty
- Air: 23°C by day, 17°C at night
- Weather: 24 sunny days, 11 rainy days
Florianópolis – JoaquinaSanta Catarina, BrazilIntermediate and up · shorty · ✈ 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 May
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La PedreraUruguay · 943 km away · water 17°C2 m waves2
Ilha do MelBrazil · 232 km away · water 24°C1.4 m waves3
Mar del PlataArgentina · 1432 km away · water 15°C1.5 m wavesWithin 1,500 km, ranked by wave height and, a little, warm water.
Where to go surfing in May →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 May a good time for surfing at Florianópolis – Joaquina?
May is one of the best months for surfing at Florianópolis – Joaquina. The best surf here comes with the swell direction and winds of its season, not with the biggest waves. Waves 1.5 m, water 22°C (shorty), air 23°C.
How warm is the water at Florianópolis – Joaquina in May?
About 22°C: shorty.
How big are the waves at Florianópolis – Joaquina in May?
About 1.5 m on average (daily maximum).
What is the weather like at Florianópolis – Joaquina in May?
Around 23°C by day and 17°C at night, with about 24 sunny and 11 rainy days.
Where else can I go surfing in May?
Within 1,500 km: La Pedrera (2 m waves), Ilha do Mel (1.4 m waves) & Mar del Plata (1.5 m waves).