Surfing in Brazil in August
In August the best surfing in Brazil is at Saquarema – Itaúna, Rio de Janeiro – Arpoador & Florianópolis – Joaquina.
Updated November 2026 · weather data 2022–2026
In short
- Waves: 1.5 m on average (daily maximum)
- Water: 18–28°C, 4/3 wetsuit at 18°C; 3/2 wetsuit at 20°C; shorty at 22°C; no wetsuit at 26–28°C
- Air: 26°C by day, 19°C at night
- Weather: sun (6+ hours) on about 27 days, rain (1+ mm) on about 10; a day can have both
- Warm enough for no wetsuit: São Miguel do Gostoso, Taíba & Itacaré.
- For beginners: São Miguel do Gostoso, Taíba & Praia do Rosa.
When are you planning to go?
Averages of the 9 spots on this page. Wave height: average daily maximum.
Questions
Where to go surfing in Brazil in August?
Saquarema – Itaúna: 2 m waves; Rio de Janeiro – Arpoador: 1.8 m waves; Florianópolis – Joaquina: 1.6 m waves.
How warm is the water in Brazil in August?
18–28°C: 4/3 wetsuit at 18°C; 3/2 wetsuit at 20°C; shorty at 22°C; no wetsuit at 26–28°C.
Where can beginners go surfing in August?
Good spots for beginners this month: São Miguel do Gostoso, Taíba & Praia do Rosa.
Which airport is closest?
Santos Dumont Airport (SDU), 70 km from Saquarema – Itaúna; Hercílio Luz International Airport (FLN), 11 km from Florianópolis – Joaquina; Rio Grande do Norte/São Gonçalo do Amarante–Governador Aluízio Alves Internation (NAT), 78 km from São Miguel do Gostoso.
