Barra da Tijuca
Barra da Tijuca is Rio's sprawling 18km beach that has hosted WSL Championship Tour events. The long stretch offers multiple peaks that shift with the sandbars, giving surfers plenty of options to spread out. Posto 4 is the traditional surf hub, but quality waves can be found along the entire length. The modern high-rise backdrop contrasts with the natural beauty of the ocean.
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Spot Details
Swell Requirements
- Optimal direction
- SSE (157°)
- Direction range
- 135° - 200°
- Size range
- 0.9m - 2.5m
- Ideal size
- 2.0m
- Height multiplier
- 0.97×
- Ideal period
- 12s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- N (0°)
- Offshore range
- 315° - 45°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- all
Water temp
22°C
Wetsuit
Springsuit / 2mm
Difficulty
5/10
Crowd level
7/10
👥 Winter Break (Jul 1 – Jul 31) — expect extra crowds
Best Season
Peak: Mar-Oct
Year-round with SE/S swells
Getting There
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Arpoador
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Prainha
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Grumari
🌿 Environmental reserve • Carlos Burle's favorite • Pristine nature