Copacabana Posto 5
Copacabana Posto 5 is one of the best surf spots along Rio's most famous beach, producing heavy shorebreak barrels when conditions align. The wave is fast and punishing, but the iconic setting and urban convenience make it worth the battle. Best early morning before crowds descend.
Today's Conditions
Location & Conditions
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Strike Score Breakdown
Location & Conditions
Spot Details
Swell Requirements
- Optimal direction
- ESE (112°)
- Direction range
- 90° - 157°
- 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° - 45°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- all
Water temp
23°C
Wetsuit
Springsuit / 2mm
Difficulty
5/10
Crowd level
8/10
Best Season
Peak: Mar-Oct
Best in autumn/winter
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