Molhes

Molhes is a sandy, big-beach spot in Torres where the jetty/"mole" shapes consistent beach-break surf with both left and right waves. Surf quality is described as good and the break is generally suitable for a wide range of ability, though conditions can become more challenging on larger swells due to currents near the jetty. Wave timing is essentially tide-independent, with reports indicating the spot works on all tides. Ride length is commonly short on smaller/cleaner sets (<50m), while on better days the usable section can extend roughly 50–150m. Swell direction is best from the east to northeast (and also noted to include southeast), with the working swell window reported roughly from about 0.5m up to around 2m+. For wind sports, the area is associated with reliable NE summer winds (around 15–30 knots) and also dependable southerly winds in winter (around 15–20 knots). Thermal/gradient effects are noted, with stronger winds often building later in the day during warmer months. The wide sandy launch area helps, though riders should expect the wind and water to be affected by turbulence near the jetty. Safety-wise, the key warnings are strong river-mouth/jetty currents (especially on outgoing tides and after heavy rain), submerged debris risk near the river mouth, and localism when conditions are best. Expect crowds to be highest in January and February, so plan around bather density and respect local rotation near the jetty.