Rincao - surf spot statistics

Rincón in Brazil is a surf spot that primarily receives wind swells, with ground swells making up a smaller portion of the swell conditions. The best months for surfing at this spot are typically from May to August, when ground swell percentages are higher (ranging from 30% to 39%) and mean swell sizes are more favorable (1.4m to 1.5m). During these months, the wind conditions are also slightly more surfable, with good wind days occurring around 24-29% of the time. September stands out with the largest average swell size (1.7m), but the wind conditions deteriorate, with bad winds present 85% of the time, making it a hit-or-miss month. The early season months (January to April) and late season (October to December) see lower ground swell influence (13-24%) and weaker wind conditions, with bad winds dominating 75-85% of the time. If you're looking for the most consistent conditions, May to July offer the best balance of swell size, ground swell influence, and manageable wind windows. However, surfers should prepare for generally challenging wind conditions year-round, as bad winds prevail in most months. For those prioritizing clean waves, targeting mid-year when wind conditions are slightly better (22-29% good winds) and ground swells are more frequent will yield the best results.

June at Rincão offers decent surf conditions with an average swell height of 1.4m and a solid period of 9.9s, providing well-formed and rideable waves. The swell direction is predominantly from the SE to SSE, with the best waves occurring in the 1-2.5m range (SSE and S directions contributing significantly). These swells are clean and powerful enough for good sessions, especially when combined with favorable winds. However, wind conditions can be hit or miss—only 29% of the time is the wind ideal for surfing, typically light offshore or cross-offshore from the N to NE. The rest of the time, winds are more variable, often blowing from the SW to W, which can create choppy or less favorable conditions. Overall, June delivers manageable waves with potential for quality rides, but patience and timing are key to scoring the best sessions.