Saquarema - Barrinha
Barrinha is Saquarema's heavy wedge, a thick right-hander that throws massive barrels when direct SW swells hit the coast. The wave jacks up dramatically over a shallow sandbar, producing some of the hollowest tubes in Brazil outside of Fernando de Noronha. It's a step up from the main Itaúna peak and rewards committed surfers with Hawaiian-style caverns. The takeoff is critical and the lip throws hard, making it a spot that separates the tourists from the locals.
Saquarema - Barrinha surf forecast
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Spot Details
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- Optimal direction
- SSW (202°)
- Direction range
- 180° - 225°
- Size range
- 1.8m - 4m
- Ideal size
- 2.8m - 3.5m
- Height multiplier
- 0.97×
- Ideal period
- 14s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- N (0°)
- Offshore range
- 315° - 45°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- low to mid
Water temp
22°C
Wetsuit
Springsuit / 2mm
Difficulty
7/10
Crowd level
7/10
🏆 WSL Qualifying Series: REMA Saquarema Surf Festival (Sep 14 – Sep 20) — expect heavy crowds & restricted access
Frequently Asked Questions
What tide is best at Saquarema - Barrinha?
The Saquarema - Barrinha profile favors low to mid tide. Compare this preference with the forecast tide and local conditions before choosing a session.
What wind direction is offshore at Saquarema - Barrinha?
The Saquarema - Barrinha profile uses wind from N (0°) as its preferred direction, with an offshore range of 315° to 45°. Wind speed matters too: light winds outside that range can still produce surfable conditions, while strong offshore winds can make takeoffs difficult.
What swell size and direction work best at Saquarema - Barrinha?
The Saquarema - Barrinha scoring profile favors swell from SSW (180° to 225°), a swell-height range of 1.8m to 4m, and a reference period of 14s. These are model inputs, not guaranteed breaking-wave heights or a promise that the surf will suit every ability.
When is the best time of year to surf Saquarema - Barrinha?
The main season at Saquarema - Barrinha is Mar-Oct. Best with direct SW swells
How do I get to Saquarema - Barrinha?
The spot profile lists GIG as a nearby airport. The estimated road transfer is 90 minutes.
What kind of wave is Saquarema - Barrinha?
Saquarema - Barrinha is a beach break, a right-hander. Difficulty is rated 7/10.
Best Season
Peak: Mar-Oct
Best with direct SW swells
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