Arpoador
Rio de Janeiro, RJ, BRA
Wave Quality
World Class
Wave Type
Point-break
Swell Direction
N/A
Best Wind
N/A
Best Tide
N/A
Arpoador Weather Forecast
Jan 1, 2025
About
Arpoador is considered one of the best metropolitan surf spots in Rio de Janeiro. The rock outcropping creates stable left breakers up to 7–10 feet high. Given its metropolitan location, crowds are ferocious and competitive.
Wave Characteristics
Wave QualityWorld Class
Wave TypePoint-break
Wave DirectionLeft
Wave Powerpowerful
BottomRocky
Swell Size7–10 feet
Ideal Conditions
Swell DirectionN/A
Best WindN/A
Best Tide PositionN/A
Best Tide MovementN/A
Location & Access
AddressArpoador, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
City / AreaRio de Janeiro
StateRJ
CountryBRA
Data validated from official sources and surf reports but may be incomplete or outdated. Always verify local conditions before heading out.
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