São Conrado
São Conrado is one of Rio's best-kept secrets, a beach break beneath the dramatic Pedra da Gávea that Rob Machado once called his favorite wave in the city. The "Pepê" section produces fast, hollow A-frames that barrel over the sandy bottom, rewarding quick reflexes and committed tube riding. The beach is also the landing zone for hang gliders jumping off the mountain above, adding to the surreal Rio experience.
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Spot Details
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- Optimal direction
- SE (142°)
- Direction range
- 120° - 187°
- 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° - 67°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- mid to high
Water temp
23°C
Wetsuit
Springsuit / 2mm
Difficulty
6/10
Crowd level
7/10
Access: Easy beach access
Frequently Asked Questions
What tide is best at São Conrado?
São Conrado works best on a mid to high tide. The tide chart above shows today’s strike window.
What wind direction is offshore at São Conrado?
Offshore wind at São Conrado blows from the N (0°). Anything in the 315° to 67° range grooms the faces; outside it, expect chop or bumpy conditions.
What swell size and direction work best at São Conrado?
São Conrado wants SE swell (120° to 187°) between 0.9m and 2.5m, with a period of 12s or more for quality waves.
When is the best time of year to surf São Conrado?
The main season at São Conrado is Mar-Oct. Best in autumn/winter
How do I get to São Conrado?
Fly into GIG, then allow about 25 minutes by road. Easy beach access
What kind of wave is São Conrado?
São Conrado is a beach break, a peak with lefts and rights. Difficulty is rated 6/10.
Best Season
Peak: Mar-Oct
Best in autumn/winter
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