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Which Búzios beach is best in a west wind?

A west wind (W) blows from the west towards the opposite side. Beaches facing west 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 Foca

    Best section: Foca

    More sheltered from the west wind.

    98
  2. 2
    Praia Olho de Boi

    Best section: Olho de Boi

    More sheltered from the west wind.

    98
  3. 3
    Praia Brava

    Best section: Brava

    More sheltered from the west wind.

    98
  4. 4
    Praia da Marina

    Best section: Marina North

    More sheltered from the west wind.

    98
  5. 5
    Praia Gorda

    Best section: Gorda Centre

    More sheltered from the west wind.

    98
  6. 6
    Praia de Tucuns

    Best section: Tucuns South

    More sheltered from the west wind.

    98

Most exposed

  • 65João FernandinhoWest wind blows straight in from the sea here.
  • 65AzedinhaModerate cross-shore wind on this part of the beach.
  • 65AzedaWest wind blows straight in from the sea here.
  • 65VirgensWest wind blows straight in from the sea here.
  • 66Manguinhos EastWest 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.