praia da barra Surf Report

Live conditions

Local time
01:07am

Swell

5ft

14s

Cross-offshore wind

Cross

3mph

3mph

Falling tide

Low

08:26am

Weather

23°C

23°C

No wetsuit

Boots

Gloves

Hood

10 day surf forecast

Today 05 Dec

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Time	Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
	5ft 14s	2ft 7s	Cross 2mph 3mph	2ft 7s	24°C 0.17mm/h
	5ft 14s	2ft 7s	Cross 3mph 3mph	2ft 7s	23°C 0.14mm/h
	5ft 13s	2ft 7s	Off 3mph 3mph	2ft 7s	23°C 0.06mm/h
	5ft 13s	1ft 7s	Cross 4mph 4mph	1ft 7s	23°C
	4-5ft 13s	1-2ft 7s	Off 3mph 5mph	1-2ft 7s	25°C
	4ft 13s	2ft 6s	Cross 3mph 8mph	2ft 6s	30°C 0.05mm/h
	4ft 13s	2ft 6s	Cross 4mph 9mph	2ft 6s	32°C 0.1mm/h
	4ft 13s	2ft 6s	Cross 5mph 7mph	2ft 6s	30°C

Tommorrow 06 Dec

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Time	Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
	3ft 12s	1-2ft 6s	Off 6mph 8mph	1-2ft 6s	23°C
	2ft 12s	1ft 7s	Off 7mph 15mph	1ft 7s	25°C
	2ft 11s	1ft 7s	Off 8mph 19mph	1ft 7s	30°C

Saturday 07 Dec

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Time	Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
	2ft 11s	1ft 5s	Cross 7mph 14mph	1ft 5s	24°C
	2ft 11s	1ft 6s	Cross 3mph 3mph	1ft 6s	25°C
	1-2ft 11s	1ft 5s	On 5mph 4mph	1ft 5s	27°C

Sunday 08 Dec

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Time	Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
	1ft 9s	1ft 5s	Cross 3mph 4mph	1ft 5s	23°C
	0-1ft 6s	1ft 7s	Cross 4mph 6mph	1ft 7s	25°C
	1-2ft 7s	1ft 10s	Cross 4mph 9mph	1ft 10s	30°C

Monday 09 Dec

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Time	Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
	2-4ft 10s	1ft 9s	Cross 2mph 3mph	1ft 9s	23°C 0.4mm/h
	1ft 7s	1ft 14s	Cross 2mph 3mph	1ft 14s	25°C
	1ft 7s	1ft 14s	Cross 4mph 5mph	1ft 14s	28°C 0.3mm/h

Tuesday 10 Dec

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Time	Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
	Flat	2-3ft 10s	Cross 3mph 4mph	2-3ft 10s	23°C 0.1mm/h
	Flat	2ft 9s	Cross 3mph 4mph	2ft 9s	23°C 0.16mm/h
	Flat	2ft 9s	Cross 3mph 4mph	2ft 9s	24°C 0.43mm/h

Wednesday 11 Dec

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Time	Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
	3-4ft 7s	1-2ft 7s	Cross 3mph 4mph	1-2ft 7s	22°C 0.09mm/h
	3ft 7s	2ft 9s	Cross 3mph 5mph	2ft 9s	24°C
	3ft 8s	2ft 10s	Cross 3mph 7mph	2ft 10s	28°C

Thursday 12 Dec

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Time	Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
	2ft 7s	2ft 10s	Cross 5mph 6mph	2ft 10s	23°C
	1-2ft 7s	1-2ft 9s	Cross 5mph 9mph	1-2ft 9s	24°C
	1ft 7s	1ft 7s	Cross 7mph 15mph	1ft 7s	29°C

Friday 13 Dec

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Time	Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
	1ft 9s	1ft 9s	Off 6mph 14mph	1ft 9s	28°C
	1ft 6s	1ft 9s	Off 6mph 12mph	1ft 9s	29°C
	1ft 11s	1ft 9s	Cross 6mph 10mph	1ft 9s	28°C 0.39mm/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: 05/12/24 12:00am