Barra do Ceara Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Right then, let’s have a look at what’s on offer. To be straight with you, this is a tough run. The forecast for Barra do Ceara (Ceara) shows wave energy creeping up over the period, but the quality just isn’t there for a proper paddle session. The water is sitting at 82°, which is pretty much normal for this time of year, so at least you won’t need a thick suit.

The first proper pulse of energy shows up on the morning of Tuesday, July 22nd, with a 5ft easterly swell and clean conditions thanks to a cross-offshore wind. The combined energy is moderate (162). That short period of 6 seconds means it’s a bit weak and crumbly, though. It's not a total write-off for a beginner, but it’s not going to get your heart racing. The following morning, Wednesday July 23rd, is similar – 5ft, clean, cross-off wind, but still that short period. You’ll get a wave, but it won’t have much push.

The real standout, if you can call it that, lands on the morning of Sunday, August 3rd. The swell jumps to 5ft from the east, with a period of 7 seconds, and the combined energy hits 242 – that’s moderate but getting stronger. The wind is cross-offshore and clean. 5ft is getting a bit much for total beginners, but it’s still manageable. The short period means it’ll be a bit walled up and won’t offer much of a shoulder. It’s the best size on offer, but the quality is still poor.

Honestly, for the whole 16-day window, the surf quality is consistently rated as poor. The swell is small to moderate, always short period, and the wind is mostly cross or cross-offshore, which never lets the wave face get that clean. It’s a real flat spell. There’s nothing here that I’d call a true standout. If you’re desperate, the morning of August 3rd is your best bet, but keep your expectations low. The setup looks more interesting for a kite surfer than a paddle surfer for most of this run.

Rusty.

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