Mole Beach
Mole Beach is located in the city of Florianópolis. The beach extends to nearly 950 meter and width varies from 10 meter to 120 meter. Mole beach is also known for its strong and long waves making it ideal for surfing. The beach is also a traditional point for the youth of this island.
The beach is frequented by surfers and gliders who use the hillside in the south as a slope for take-off. Athletic bodies parade the beach catching the attention of every visitor. The surf quality is regional classic and the frequency is good too. Normal length of the wave varies from 50 meter to 150 meter which fast and powerful coming from both left and right direction.
The direction of wind is usually west, northwest and southwest. The swell direction is east, north, south and northeast. The wave swells from 1 meter to as high as 2.5 meter. The tides are rising and falling having low and mid-tide position.[1]