praia da barra Surf Report

Live conditions

Local time
03:21pm

Swell

5ft

8s

Onshore wind

On

4mph

6mph

Falling tide

Low

06:23pm

Weather

20°C

20°C

2mm wetsuit

Boots

Gloves

Hood

10 day surf forecast

Today 07 Oct

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Time	Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
	1-2ft 9s		Cross 10mph 22mph	Flat	20°C 0.34mm/h
	1-4ft 9s	0-1ft 13s	On 9mph 20mph	0-1ft 13s	20°C 0.35mm/h
	5-6ft 8s	1ft 11s	On 6mph 14mph	1ft 11s	19°C 0.34mm/h
	5-6ft 8s		On 4mph 7mph	Flat	19°C 0.27mm/h
	5ft 8s		On 3mph 4mph	Flat	19°C 0.15mm/h
	5ft 8s		On 4mph 5mph	Flat	20°C 0.21mm/h
	4-5ft 8s		On 5mph 8mph	Flat	20°C 0.31mm/h
	4ft 7s	0-1ft 13s	On 6mph 11mph	0-1ft 13s	19°C 0.36mm/h

Tommorrow 08 Oct

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Time	Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
	5-6ft 8s	2ft 11s	Cross 5mph 9mph	2ft 11s	18°C 0.49mm/h
	5ft 8s	2-3ft 11s	Cross 4mph 8mph	2-3ft 11s	19°C 0.46mm/h
	5ft 8s	3ft 13s	Cross 6mph 12mph	3ft 13s	19°C 0.33mm/h

Thursday 09 Oct

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Time	Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
	4ft 7s	2ft 11s	Cross 6mph 10mph	2ft 11s	17°C 1.23mm/h
	4ft 7s	2ft 11s	Cross 6mph 11mph	2ft 11s	17°C 1.44mm/h
	4ft 7s	2ft 11s	Cross 4mph 7mph	2ft 11s	20°C 0.67mm/h

Friday 10 Oct

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Time	Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
	4ft 8s	1ft 10s	On 2mph 3mph	1ft 10s	19°C 0.18mm/h
	4ft 9s	1-2ft 11s	Cross 3mph 5mph	1-2ft 11s	20°C 0.11mm/h
	3-4ft 9s	1-2ft 12s	Cross 2mph 6mph	1-2ft 12s	23°C 0.09mm/h

Saturday 11 Oct

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Time	Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
	3ft 9s	1ft 11s	Cross 4mph 4mph	1ft 11s	20°C
	3ft 9s	1ft 12s	Cross 5mph 7mph	1ft 12s	23°C
	3ft 9s	1ft 13s	Cross 5mph 11mph	1ft 13s	29°C

Sunday 12 Oct

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Time	Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
	3ft 8s	1ft 11s	Cross 7mph 9mph	1ft 11s	23°C
	2-3ft 8s	1ft 9s	Cross 8mph 18mph	1ft 9s	26°C
	2ft 9s	1ft 10s	Cross 10mph 25mph	1ft 10s	33°C

Monday 13 Oct

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Time	Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
	2ft 9s	1ft 4s	Cross 5mph 8mph	1ft 4s	21°C 0.52mm/h
	2ft 9s	1ft 7s	Cross 5mph 7mph	1ft 7s	21°C 0.51mm/h
	1-2ft 9s	1ft 14s	Cross 5mph 9mph	1ft 14s	21°C 0.39mm/h

Tuesday 14 Oct

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Time	Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
	3ft 9s	1ft 10s	On 3mph 5mph	1ft 10s	19°C 0.7mm/h
	2-3ft 9s	1ft 12s	On 3mph 4mph	1ft 12s	19°C 0.66mm/h
	2ft 9s	2ft 11s	Cross 3mph 5mph	2ft 11s	19°C 0.87mm/h

Wednesday 15 Oct

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Time	Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
	5ft 12s	2ft 5s	Cross 2mph 2mph	2ft 5s	19°C 0.51mm/h
	5ft 12s	1-2ft 6s	Cross 2mph 3mph	1-2ft 6s	20°C 0.14mm/h
	5ft 12s	0-1ft 9s	Cross 2mph 4mph	0-1ft 9s	23°C 0.13mm/h

Location guide

As a surfing expert, I can tell you that Praia da Barra in Brazil is a great place for both beginners and professionals. It is considered a haven for wave riders because of its reliable and consistent waves. The beach's geographical location plays a key role in providing a unique surfing experience throughout the year. The sandbar that sits along the coast of Praia da Barra is what defines a significant part of the surf conditions here. It helps form off-shore sandbanks which cause the waves to break perfectly left and right, making it a sensible choice for surfers of all skill levels. Rapid and somewhat unpredictable, the waves are likely to challenge the skills of even the seasoned surfers. And for beginners, it becomes an outstanding venue to learn the ropes. The waves generally break at waist-high to slightly overhead sizes. Moreover, the tides play a significant role in the surf at Praia da Barra. Wave conditions become optimal as the tide begins to recede. This incoming/outgoing tidal movement marries with the solid swells to whip up some of the best surfable waves one can find in Brazil. High tide suggests stronger current and larger waves, which may not be ideal for inexperienced individuals but will provide a thrill to the veterans of the sport. Furthermore, wind conditions in Praia da Barra can make or break a surfing session. Light wind condition is favored as it offers cleaner, more formed waves. Northern winds are prevalent during spring, summer and fall, making the water surface smoother to ride on. Even the southern winds that blow during winter offer choppy yet fun surfing experience. The surfing season in Praia da Barra is fairly extensive, with the best conditions for surfing appearing between April to November. During these months, the direction of the swells and winds best suit surfers who seek thrilling and enjoyable sessions. In summary, Praia da Barra ensures an engaging and fulfilling surfing experience throughout the year thanks to its reliable waves, diverse wind conditions and extensive surfing seasons. It is a beach that caters to everyone, from the novice to the professional, and has a unique charm that draws surfers from all around the world.

Last updated: 07/10/25 12:00am