Geribá West: wind and conditions
One of Búzios’ best-known beaches: long, south-facing and open to the ocean, with surfing, beach clubs and plenty of activity. Because it is long, wind and waves can differ noticeably between the ends and the middle.
- Facing:
- Southeast
- Length:
- ~558 m
- Best with:
- N · NE · E · SE · S · SW · W · NW
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Section West
Praia de Geribá
Geribá West
- Wind
- 31 km/h
- Direction
- NE
- Gusts
- — km/h
Estimated wind on this section: ~16 km/h
An estimate of wave exposure, not a swimming-safety rating. Always follow beach flags and lifeguard advice.
Why this rating?
- Moderate cross-shore wind on this part of the beach.
Forecast for Thu 12 Nov, 08:00 · Model estimate · MET Norway (Locationforecast)
Forecast for Thu 12 Nov, 08:00
How each wind affects Geribá
Estimated ratings for a moderate breeze (~22 km/h) from each direction, computed from the beach orientation and surrounding terrain. Use as general guidance; the live rating above uses the actual forecast.
| Wind | West | Centre | East |
|---|---|---|---|
| North | 89 Favourable | 93 Favourable | 97 Favourable |
| Northeast | 90 Favourable | 93 Favourable | 98 Favourable |
| East | 78 Favourable | 89 Favourable | 96 Favourable |
| Southeast | 65 Moderate | 66 Moderate | 86 Favourable |
| South | 65 Moderate | 65 Moderate | 71 Favourable |
| Southwest | 90 Favourable | 66 Moderate | 65 Moderate |
| West | 95 Favourable | 92 Favourable | 80 Favourable |
| Northwest | 94 Favourable | 93 Favourable | 93 Favourable |
FAQ
Which wind is best for Praia de Geribá?
Based on our terrain and orientation model, in a moderate breeze Praia de Geribá is most comfortable with north, northeast, east, southeast, south, southwest, west, northwest wind.
Which way does Praia de Geribá face?
The beach faces south (S) and is about 1,673 m long.
Forecast
Geometry: OpenStreetMap (ODbL). Source: MET Norway (Locationforecast) · Updated Thu 12 Nov, 08:16