Barrinha Surf Break

Lat Long: 28.09° S 48.63° W

Barrinha Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 8 am 16 Jul 2026 (local time)

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Today's Barrinha sea temperature is
15.5° C
3.3° 

Barrinha surf forecast is for near shore open water. Breaking waves will often be smaller at less exposed spots.


Barrinha surf forecast from 16 Jul 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Wednesday 22 Jul, 6AM (local time) - 5ft (1.5m), 8s period, S swell with cross-offshore winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Thursday 23 Jul, 6AM (local time) - 5ft (1.5m), 10s period, S swell with 506 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Wednesday 22 Jul, 12AM (local time) - 2.5ft (0.8m), 9s period with S swell.

Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Barrinha this week:

The surf forecast for Barrinha over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Wednesday (Jul 22) at 12AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.8m and 9s period with a secondary swell of 0.1m and 14s. The wind is predicted to be glassy as the swell arrives.

The most powerful waves expected at Barrinha in the next 16 days are 1.5m 10s and forecast to arrive on Thursday (Jul 23) at 6AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-offshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 2.3m 8s period and expected on Saturday (Jul 18) at 9AM.

Wave TypeTime (-03) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+)12AM (Wed 22nd Jul)2.5ft (0.8m) 9s
Best Surf 6AM (Wed 22nd Jul)5ft (1.5m) 8s
Most Powerful 6AM (Thu 23rd Jul)5ft (1.5m) 10s

Table - best surf conditions forecast for Barrinha over the next 16 days.


The Lowdown

Alright folks, Rusty here. Let's have a look at what's on the table for the next couple of weeks.

Honestly, it’s a tough start. The forecast kicks off with a bit of a dud, and we’re looking at a long stretch of nothing special. The first real chance to get wet doesn't come until the 22nd of July, and even that's a bit average. The water is sitting at a very unusual 60.8°, which is a massive 5.9° colder than normal for this time of year – you’ll be wanting a good thick wetsuit, no doubt about it.

The first thing worth a mention is Barrinha on the morning of Wednesday the 22nd. We’ll see a pulse of 4.6ft of weak, short-period swell from the south, with a period of only 8 seconds. The energy is moderate, sitting at 246, but honestly, the wave shape is going to be a bit mushy and fat. The good news is it’s glassy – flat calm, no wind – so it’ll be clean. Not a standout, but a window to get a few little ones if you’re desperate.

Thursday the 23rd picks up a little, with the same 4.6ft from the SSE and a slightly better 10-second period. The energy is moderate (430), and the wind is a gentle cross-offshore breeze, which should clean the faces up nicely. It’s still a marginal forecast, but the conditions are improving.

Now, here’s what we’re waiting for. The real action kicks off on Friday the 24th of July. The swell jumps to a solid 6.2ft from the south, with a period of 8 to 9 seconds. The energy is strong (578 and 597), and we’ve got gentle offshore winds from the southwest. That’s the recipe for clean, lined-up waves, and it’s the best option in the whole run. This is your session, no doubt about it. The wave energy is strong, and the offshore wind will make it stand up nicely. It’s going to be a proper day.

The swell drops a touch on the 25th, coming in at 5.9ft with a 11-second period from the south. The energy is very strong at 757, but it’s onshore wind and light rain, so expect a bit of chop. It’s a marginal call.

The 26th sees a similar 4.9ft from the south with a 12-second period, but the cross-on breeze will keep it a bit messy. The energy is still strong (630), but it’s not as clean as the Friday.

Looking further out, the 29th of July looks promising again. We’re looking at 7.5ft of swell from the SSW with a short 8-second period, but the morning has clean offshore winds. The energy is very strong (617). That’s a big one for the experts – 7.5ft is pushing into the big stuff, so it’s not for beginners. The 30th of July also has a solid 5.9ft with glassy conditions in the morning, which is a great option.

For the standout, I’m calling it: Friday the 24th of July, Barrinha. The swell is consistent at 6.2ft from the south, the energy is strong, and the offshore breeze will give you clean, punchy waves. It’s the best day of the whole run. The 29th also looks like a big-swell day for the experienced crew, but the 24th is the one for the masses.

Short Range Forecast

Mostly dry. Warm (max 26°C on Sat morning, min 15°C on Thu night). Wind will be generally light.

Days 4-6 Weather Summary

Some drizzle, heaviest during Tue morning. Warm (max 28°C on Tue morning, min 18°C on Sun night). Wind will be generally light.

Thursday
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Friday
17
Saturday
18
Sunday
19
Monday
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Tuesday
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Wednesday
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Swell
Height Map
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Wave
Height (m)
Direction
Period (s)
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ESE
10
0.9
ESE
10
0.8
ESE
10
0.6
ESE
10
0.5
ESE
10
0.4
ESE
10
0.2
S
13
0.2
SSE
16
0.3
S
15
0.3
S
13
0.2
S
13
0.2
S
12
0.2
S
11
0.2
S
11
0.9
N
4
0.4
SSW
10
0.5
S
9
0.8
S
9
1.4
S
8
1.1
S
8
1.3
S
10
Wave Graph
Metric surfscale
Energy kJ
194
160
118
68
57
38
14
26
38
31
13
11
10
10
31
33
42
96
246
161
352
Wind (km/h)
20
N
25
NNE
25
NNE
20
NNE
25
NNE
20
N
20
NNE
20
NNE
20
NNE
15
NNE
20
NNE
5
SSW
5
SSW
20
NNE
15
N
10
NNW
5
SSE
5
S
5
E
10
N
15
SSW
Wind State
cross-on
cross-on
cross-on
cross-on
cross-on
cross-on
cross-on
cross-on
cross-on
cross-on
cross-on
cross-off
glassy
cross-on
cross
cross
cross
glassy
glassy
cross-on
cross-off
High Tide
4:00PM0.54m
7:06PM0.56m
3:53PM0.50m
8:29PM0.48m
3:01AM0.66m
4:10PM0.48m
9:45PM0.42m
3:44AM0.65m
4:34PM0.48m
10:51PM0.37m
4:30AM0.61m
5:03PM0.49m
11:38PM0.34m
5:20AM0.55m
5:36PM0.48m
00:06AM0.32m
6:20AM0.48m
12:23PM0.43m
6:14PM0.46m
Low Tide
10:02AM-0.05m
5:02PM0.54m
10:42PM0.43m
10:44AM0.00m
6:18PM0.45m
11:25AM0.07m
7:14PM0.38m
12:07PM0.16m
8:06PM0.32m
9:37AM0.29m
12:54PM0.25m
8:55PM0.29m
9:28AM0.34m
1:52PM0.33m
9:43PM0.28m
9:39AM0.38m
3:06PM0.38m
10:32PM0.29m
clear
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rain showers
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7:03
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5:36
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Temp °C
21
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26
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Feels °C
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15
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29
26
20
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19
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Information about the Barrinha Surf forecast

The above surf forecast table for Barrinha provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Barrinha can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Barrinha surf forecast is unique since it includes wave energy (power) that defines the real feel of the surf rather than just the height or the period. If you surf the same spot (Barrinha) regularly then make a mental note of the wave energy from the surf forecast table each time you go. Very soon you may start to choose your surf days based on the wave energy alone combined with our forecast of favourable offshore wind conditions. Our star ratings will help here and of course you will also find the usual wave height and period predictions on our surf forecasts as well as a full break down of the swell components under our advanced users option (to reveal that, click the little Einstein character under the tide times).

Further information to help with frequently asked questions about our surf forecast for Barrinha may be found under the help tab on the top menu and also by moving your mouse over the question marks on the surf forecast table itself. Please always bear in mind that the forecast is for near-shore open water and local factors at each surf break influence the actual breaking wave height, such as the beach / reef profile, water depths offshore and shelter.

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