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Ilha dos Lobos

Torres, RS, Brazil

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Ilha dos Lobos is Brazil's most powerful wave, a Teahupoo-style slab that detonates over a shallow rock shelf near Torres in Rio Grande do Sul. The wave is named after the sea lion colony that inhabits the nearby island and breaks with incredible force when large SE swells hit the coast. Access is currently restricted due to conservation efforts, making this an exclusive big wave venue for those with permits. When it's on, the barrel is thick, hollow, and unforgiving.

Ilha dos Lobos surf forecast

Model forecast for swell, wind and tide.

10-Day Forecast

Today3

Poor

1.3mE@8s

13km/h

1.3m@8s

13km/h

Wed4

Poor

1.4mE@8s

6km/h

1.4m@8s

6km/h

Thu5

Poor

1.0mSE@8s

22km/h

1.0m@8s

22km/h

Fri6

Poor

1.2mSE@8s

10km/h

1.2m@8s

10km/h

Sat7

Poor

0.8mESE@8s

13km/h

0.8m@8s

13km/h

Sun8

Poor

1.9mSSE@8s

22km/h

1.9m@8s

22km/h

Mon9

Poor

2.2mSSE@11s

8km/h

2.2m@11s

8km/h

Tue10

Poor

1.5mSE@10s

17km/h

1.5m@10s

17km/h

Wed11

Poor

1.0mE@8s

13km/h

1.0m@8s

13km/h

Thu12

Poor

1.5mENE@8s

17km/h

1.5m@8s

17km/h

5+ days out, less certain

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Today's ConditionsToday's Conditions

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Best session: AfternoonAM 12 km/h · PM 10 km/h · Tide at 12pm (0.8m)

Swell

1.3m

E(87°)

Score: 1/25

Period

Short period

Score: 1/25

Wind

13km/h

S(172°)

Score: 5/25

Weather

22°C

0.0mm71%

First light 4:53amSunrise 5:23amSunset 6:41pmLast light 7:11pm

Windswell

0.1m@1s

Secondary

0.3m

Confidence

100%

Location & Conditions

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Swell1.3m @8s E outside window

Wind13 km/h S onshore

SwellWind: Offshore Cross Onshore

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Hourly Forecast, Tide & Strike Windows

Strike window: 7:23–11:28am · risingStrike window: 1:46–7:11pm · droppingIdeal tide: mid

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3m1.5

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swell

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10g16

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tidem

2:52am0.2m

6:38am0.3m

12:37pm0.8m

5:07pm0.7m

10:30pm0.5m

3:46am0.3m

7:47am0.4m

1:15pm0.7m

6:45pm0.6m

10:30pm0.6m

4:40am0.3m

1:52pm0.7m

7:54pm0.6m

5:24am0.2m

12:15pm0.6m

5:47pm0.4m

9:30pm0.7m

6:20am0.3m

12:00pm0.6m

3:30pm0.6m

7:06am0.6m

7:06pm0.5m

7:54am0.4m

7:46pm0.1m

8:34am0.2m

8:30pm0.0m

1:00am0.5m

9:06am0.2m

9:03pm0.1m

1:23am0.6m

9:51am0.3m

Ideal tide (from tide preference)Strike windowNight

Tide times today

2:52 am

Low · 0.23m

6:00 am

High · 0.35m

6:38 am

Low · 0.34m

12:37 pm

High · 0.79m

Times shown in spot-local time.+4 more tide events

Strike Score Breakdown

Poor

Components

Swell Direction5/25

Swell Size1/25

Swell Period1/25

Wind5/25

Raw Score12/100

Adjustments

💨 Gusty Wind-5

📉 Undersized Swell-11

🚫 Undersized Capmax 15

Adjusted Score0/100

Confidence

Multiplier×1.00

Final Score0

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Location & Conditions

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Swell1.3m @8s E outside window

Wind13 km/h S onshore

SwellWind: Offshore Cross Onshore

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Swell Requirements

Optimal direction: SE (135°)
Direction range: 112° - 180°
Size range: 4.5m - 10m
Ideal size: 6.1m - 7.8m
Height multiplier: 1.08×
Ideal period: 18s+

Wind Requirements

Optimal direction: WNW (292°)
Offshore range: 247° - 337°

Tide Requirements

Optimal tide: mid

Water temp

17°C

Wetsuit

3/2mm fullsuit

Difficulty

10/10

Crowd level

1/10

Access: Conservation area - access restricted

Frequently Asked Questions

What kind of wave is Ilha dos Lobos?

Ilha dos Lobos is a big-wave spot in Torres, RS, Brazil, that mostly breaks left.

What swell works best at Ilha dos Lobos?

Ilha dos Lobos picks up swell from the ESE round to the S, and it's best when it's coming straight out of the SE. It starts working at around 4.5m and keeps going up to about 10m, with the sweet spot around 6.1 to 7.8m. Period matters too: aim for 18s or longer, as anything under 14s tends to be weak. These are the numbers our scoring uses, so treat them as a guide rather than a promise.

What wind is offshore at Ilha dos Lobos?

A WNW wind is dead offshore at Ilha dos Lobos, and anything from the WSW round to the NNW keeps it clean. The morning is typically the best window, roughly 5am to 10am. Light winds from other directions can still be fine; strong offshores can make it hard to get into waves.

What tide is best at Ilha dos Lobos?

Ilha dos Lobos is at its best around mid tide.

When is the best time of year to surf Ilha dos Lobos?

The most reliable run of swell at Ilha dos Lobos comes Apr to Sep. Winter swells only.

How cold is the water at Ilha dos Lobos?

The water at Ilha dos Lobos averages around 17°C, so you'll want a 3/2mm fullsuit. It shifts a few degrees through the year, so check the season before you pack.

Is Ilha dos Lobos good for beginners?

No. As a big-wave spot, it's strictly for experienced surfers. The lineup is usually quiet (crowd 1/10). Currently restricted for conservation. Tow-in only.

How do I get to Ilha dos Lobos?

The nearest airport on our list is POA, then it's roughly a 3-hour drive. From there you need a boat to reach the break (we estimate around $400 USD, but confirm with an operator). Conservation area - access restricted.

What other surf spots are near Ilha dos Lobos?

The closest breaks we track are Torres Guarita (1.6 km), Torres Praia da Cal (2.5 km) and Capão da Canoa (53 km), handy when Ilha dos Lobos isn't working. Fun fact: it's the third most southerly break we track in Brazil.