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praia da barra Surf Report

Live conditions

Local time
05:38pm

Swell

1ft

10s

Onshore wind

7mph

8mph

Rising tide

High

02:01am

Weather

31°C

33°C

No wetsuit

Boots

Gloves

Hood

Nearest spots

10 day surf forecast

Today 31 Mar

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
2ft 11s	1-2ft 9s	Cross 3mph 5mph	1-2ft 9s	25°C 0.42mm/h
2ft 10s	2ft 5s	On 3mph 3mph	2ft 5s	24°C
2ft 8s	2ft 6s	Cross 3mph 3mph	2ft 6s	24°C
2ft 5s	1ft 9s	Cross 3mph 3mph	1ft 9s	23°C
1-2ft 5s	1ft 9s	On 3mph 3mph	1ft 9s	25°C
1ft 7s	1ft 8s	On 3mph 5mph	1ft 8s	31°C
1ft 10s	1ft 6s	On 6mph 7mph	1ft 6s	32°C 0.13mm/h
1ft 10s	1ft 7s	On 6mph 7mph	1ft 7s	28°C 0.43mm/h

Tommorrow 01 Apr

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
2ft 5s	1ft 9s	Cross 2mph 3mph	1ft 9s	23°C 0.05mm/h
2ft 5s	1ft 9s	Cross 2mph 2mph	1ft 9s	24°C 0.1mm/h
1ft 6s	1ft 9s	On 4mph 4mph	1ft 9s	28°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
2ft 6s	1ft 9s	Cross 4mph 5mph	1ft 9s	23°C
2ft 6s	1ft 10s	Cross 5mph 7mph	1ft 10s	25°C
2ft 8s	1-2ft 9s	Off 4mph 8mph	1-2ft 9s	31°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
2ft 9s	1ft 7s	Cross 4mph 5mph	1ft 7s	24°C
2ft 9s	1ft 9s	Cross 3mph 5mph	1ft 9s	25°C
2ft 9s	1ft 14s	Cross 5mph 8mph	1ft 14s	28°C 0.17mm/h

Friday 04 Apr

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
2-3ft 10s	1-2ft 10s	On 0mph 0mph	1-2ft 10s	23°C 0.91mm/h
3ft 10s	1ft 10s	Cross 0mph 1mph	1ft 10s	23°C 1.5mm/h
3ft 8s		On 1mph 2mph	Flat	24°C 0.75mm/h

Saturday 05 Apr

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
4ft 17s	2ft 8s	Cross 2mph 2mph	2ft 8s	22°C 0.05mm/h
5ft 16s	2ft 7s	Cross 2mph 2mph	2ft 7s	23°C
6ft 16s	2ft 5s	Cross 2mph 2mph	2ft 5s	25°C 0.08mm/h

Sunday 06 Apr

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
5ft 14s	1ft 4s	Off 2mph 2mph	1ft 4s	22°C
5ft 13s	1-2ft 7s	Cross 3mph 3mph	1-2ft 7s	24°C
5ft 13s	2-3ft 11s	Cross 5mph 6mph	2-3ft 11s	27°C 0.05mm/h

Monday 07 Apr

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
3-4ft 11s	3ft 12s	Cross 4mph 5mph	3ft 12s	22°C
3-4ft 10s	2-3ft 11s	Cross 3mph 5mph	2-3ft 11s	23°C
3ft 7s	2ft 11s	Cross 5mph 6mph	2ft 11s	26°C

Tuesday 08 Apr

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
5ft 8s	2ft 12s	On 9mph 17mph	2ft 12s	22°C 1.36mm/h
5ft 8s	2ft 12s	On 8mph 14mph	2ft 12s	23°C 1.5mm/h
3-5ft 9s	2ft 10s	On 8mph 13mph	2ft 10s	22°C 1.52mm/h

Historical data

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.