Barra da Tijuca
Rio · Brazil
Long beach breakgood for beginners and intermediatesboard rental nearby
Many peaks, schools and rentals. Best wind — N/NE.
Live 7-day forecast →
Wave height and period, wind, tide and a “can you surf today” verdict — for every level and for yours personally. Free, no install.
The spot in short
| Type | Long beach break |
|---|---|
| Good for | beginners and intermediates |
| Beach faces | south |
| Working swell | from southeast — southwest |
| Coordinates | -23.011, -43.364 |
FAQ
Is Barra da Tijuca good for beginners?
Yes, Barra da Tijuca works for beginners (and not only). Still check the live forecast before paddling out: even a “beginner spot” can get dangerous in a big swell.
What’s the surf forecast for Barra da Tijuca today?
The live 7-day forecast — wave height and period, wind, tide, daylight and a plain-words verdict — is on the spot’s page in Plyuh: https://plyuh.com/#brazil-rio/barra-da-tijuca. The forecast is checked against nearby buoys and satellites.
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- Macumba — Beach break, beginners and intermediates
- Recreio — Beach break by the rock, beginners and intermediates
- São Conrado — Beach break, intermediates and advanced surfers
- Leblon — Beach break, beginners and intermediates
- Arpoador — surf spot, all levels — from beginner to advanced
- Itacoatiara — surf spot, advanced surfers