Ribanceira Surf Break

Lat Long: 28.19° S 48.66° W

Ribanceira Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 8 pm 02 Aug 2026 (local time)

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Today's Ribanceira sea temperature is
19.6° C
1.1° 

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


Ribanceira surf forecast from 3 Aug 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Sunday 9 Aug, 12AM (local time) - 6ft (1.8m), 15s period, S swell with glassy winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Sunday 9 Aug, 3PM (local time) - 8ft (2.5m), 13s period, S swell with 2,154 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Tuesday 4 Aug, 6PM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.1m), 11s period with S swell.

Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Ribanceira this week:

The surf forecast for Ribanceira over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Tuesday (Aug 04) at 6PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.1m and 11s period with a secondary swell of 0.2m and 10s. The wind is predicted to be glassy as the swell arrives.

The most powerful waves expected at Ribanceira in the next 16 days are 2.5m 13s and forecast to arrive on Sunday (Aug 09) at 3PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-offshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 1.6m 8s period and expected on Friday (Aug 07) at 6AM.

Wave TypeTime (-03) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+) 6PM (Tue 4th Aug)3.5ft (1.1m) 11s
Best Surf12AM (Sun 9th Aug)6ft (1.8m) 15s
Most Powerful 3PM (Sun 9th Aug)8ft (2.5m) 13s

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


The Lowdown

Alright, let’s switch over to feet and inches for those who think in yards.

Rusty here, and it’s a slow burn for Ribanceira. The first few days are a total bust. From Monday the 3rd through to Saturday morning the 8th, it’s flat, weak, and blown out. Onshore winds, tiny swell, no energy. Save your gas.

The corner gets turned on Sunday the 9th. A solid S swell arrives, around 6 ft, with the wind swinging offshore from the SSW. The energy jumps to 1087, so there’s some real grunt. It’s clean and rideable. Sunday afternoon the swell pushes to 8 ft, but the wind goes cross-offshore, making it a bit more gnarly. For the experienced, it’s on.

Monday the 10th is the real deal. Morning sees 7 ft of S swell, gentle offshore wind, and energy at 1378. The afternoon is the standout: 8 ft of S swell, period stretching to 11 seconds, and the wind locks in offshore from the SSW. Energy hits 2066. This is groundswell, proper lines, clean faces. This is the pick of the period for the intermediate to advanced surfer.

Tuesday the 11th keeps the swell running. Morning has 8 ft of SSW swell, but the period drops to 8 seconds and the wind is a solid 12 mph offshore. It’s still good, but a bit more wind-affected. The afternoon gets bigger at 10 ft from the S, but the wind turns cross-offshore and the energy drops. Only for the brave.

Wednesday the 12th is the second big highlight. Morning brings 10 ft of SSW groundswell, period up to 11 seconds, and glassy offshore wind from the WSW. The energy is a massive 2982. This is a serious swell, deep water, long period, and clean. Experts only. The afternoon drops to 7 ft, but the wind swings cross-shore, so it’s not as clean.

From Thursday the 13th onward, the swell backs off. Thursday morning is still a fun 6 ft S swell with light offshore wind, and moderate energy. Friday the 14th and Saturday the 15th mornings are messy again, but Saturday afternoon and Sunday the 16th see another clean pulse of SSE swell, around 5 ft to 6 ft, with light offshore or cross-offshore winds. Solid fun.

The end of the run, Monday the 17th and Tuesday the 18th, goes back to onshore wind and lumpy, messy conditions. Not worth the paddle.

So, the standout is Monday the 10th afternoon – 8 ft, S swell, clean offshore wind, and top-tier energy. The other one to circle is Wednesday the 12th morning for the big wave crew – 10 ft, clean, offshore, but you’ll need your wits about you.

Rusty, signing off.

Short Range Forecast

Light rain (total 4mm), mostly falling on Tue night. Warm (max 24°C on Tue morning, min 16°C on Sun night). Wind will be generally light.

Days 5-7 Weather Summary

Heavy rain (total 21mm), heaviest during Thu morning. Warm (max 26°C on Thu afternoon, min 15°C on Fri night). Wind will be generally light.

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Energy kJ
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High Tide
4:57AM0.64m
5:46PM0.57m
5:54AM0.59m
6:34PM0.52m
6:56AM0.54m
7:16PM0.46m
7:54AM0.49m
8:01PM0.41m
10:48AM0.46m
9:30PM0.37m
12:11PM0.51m
11:14PM0.41m
Low Tide
10:02PM0.24m
11:03AM0.15m
10:16PM0.25m
12:07PM0.20m
00:07AM0.25m
1:03PM0.26m
00:53AM0.24m
3:55PM0.27m
3:56AM0.20m
4:55PM0.25m
4:48AM0.12m
5:46PM0.22m
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Information about the Ribanceira Surf forecast

The above surf forecast table for Ribanceira provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Ribanceira can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Ribanceira 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 (Ribanceira) 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 Ribanceira 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.

Ribanceira is 6 km (4 miles) from Imbituba. If you plan a holiday in Santa Catarina - Sul, look for hotels and other accommodation in Imbituba. Imbituba has rooms for a wide range of budgets as well as car hire and transport links.

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