Posto 9
Rio De Janeiro, Brazil · Surf Forecast
- Wave
- 0.7m
- Period
- 5.9s
- Wind
- 14 km/h Offshore
- Tide
- Low
5-day forecast
Scored for Shortboard · Intermediate · times in America/Sao_Paulo local
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Posto 9 is a beach break over sand in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil. It's at its best on 0.6–1.8m swells from the SE / S / SW with light offshore winds from the N / NE / NW, around low to mid tide. Every hour is scored for your board and skill level, so the rating reflects how it suits what you ride — not a one-size-fits-all star.
- Break type
- Beach
- Bottom
- Sand
- Best tide
- low,mid
- Best swell direction
- SE, S, SW
- Best wind direction
- N, NE, NW
- Ideal wave size
- 0.6m – 1.8m
Posto 9 surf FAQ
Is Posto 9 good for beginners?+
Posto 9 is a beach break over sand, usually breaking in the 0.6–1.8m range, and how suitable it is for beginners really depends on the size and power on the day — not a fixed label. Set the level to Beginner above and WaveCheck flags the smaller, cleaner hours worth paddling out for.
What's the best board for Posto 9?+
Different days call for different boards. Posto 9 handles a range of boards — a longboard or fish when it's small, a shortboard when there's more push. Tap through the boards above to see the live score for whatever you'll be riding.
What tide is best for surfing Posto 9?+
Posto 9 tends to work best around low to mid tide. The tide chart above shows the current stage plus the next high and low, so you can time your session.
What are the best conditions for Posto 9?+
Look for 0.6–1.8m of swell from the SE / S / SW with light offshore winds from the N / NE / NW. The 5-day forecast above scores every hour, so you can spot the window at a glance.
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