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Ponta do Sino surf forecast

Santa Maria · Sal · Cape Verde

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Sand-and-reef waves at Sal's southern tip, at the west end of Santa Maria bay; usually bigger than the bay itself and best on a southerly swell.

Break
reef break, lefts and rights; faces SSE
Level
intermediate
Best swell
SW, S, W
Best wind
N, NNE, NE (offshore)
Best tide
mid tide
Season
June-October (south swells)
Typical size
0.5-1.8 m
Crowd
low
Hazards
rocks; shallow reef; current along the point

More surf spots nearby: surf spots in Santa Maria.

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Questions

Is Ponta do Sino good for beginners?

It is best for intermediate surfers (rocks; shallow reef). Beginners nearby can try Santa Maria, Santa Maria.

What swell, wind and tide work best at Ponta do Sino?

SW, S, W swell, N, NNE, NE wind (offshore), at mid tide. Typical size 0.5-1.8 m.

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