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Which Búzios beach is best in a northwest wind?

A northwest wind (NW) blows from the northwest towards the opposite side. Beaches facing northwest take it straight off the sea; those behind the hills tend to be more sheltered. The ranking below assumes a moderate ~22 km/h breeze.

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Most sheltered

  1. 1
    Praia da Ferradurinha

    Best section: Ferradurinha

    More sheltered from the northwest wind.

    98
  2. 2
    Praia da Foca

    Best section: Foca

    More sheltered from the northwest wind.

    98
  3. 3
    Praia do Forno

    Best section: Forno

    More sheltered from the northwest wind.

    98
  4. 4
    Praia de José Gonçalves

    Best section: José Gonçalves

    More sheltered from the northwest wind.

    98
  5. 5
    Praia das Caravelas

    Best section: Caravelas

    More sheltered from the northwest wind.

    98
  6. 6
    Praia da Ferradura

    Best section: Ferradura Centre

    More sheltered from the northwest wind.

    98

Most exposed

  • 65Canto EastNorthwest wind blows straight in from the sea here.
  • 65Manguinhos EastNorthwest wind blows straight in from the sea here.
  • 65Gorda EastNorthwest wind blows straight in from the sea here.
  • 65João FernandesNorthwest wind blows straight in from the sea here.
  • 65VirgensNorthwest wind blows straight in from the sea here.

Ratings are provisional estimates computed from forecast models and terrain — not on-site measurements. An estimate of wave exposure, not a swimming-safety rating. Always follow beach flags and lifeguard advice.