Praia Ubatumirim (Ubatuba North Shore)
- Bodyboard, Beginners
- Best for
- Beginner to Intermediate
- Skill Level
- Chop, Small waves
- Spot Type
- Quiet
- Crowd Level
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About
Praia Ubatumirim is an exposed Atlantic beach break in the Ubatuba North Shore area, known for generally reliable surf that works on both the left and right. Multiple providers emphasize that the waves are commonly small and soft, and that ride quality depends strongly on swell size—without enough swell, the break can stay too weak to feel surfable. For surfing, the spot is often described as beginner-friendly, with long, gentle rides possible when conditions line up. One guide highlights that it tends to be good at all stages of the tide, while another notes an optimal mid-tide window; in practice, both point to the same theme: consistency is better once swell arrives. Reported wave power is soft, with mixed to mushy wave shape depending on conditions, and wind can influence whether the surf is offshore-clean. From a safety standpoint, the key warnings are rips and undertow. Because the beach is wide and vehicles can drive and park right near the water, there is an additional hazards layer: surfers and swimmers must be alert to traffic on sand and to potential shallow-water stretches. Lifeguards are reported as seasonal, and regional rescue availability is described as limited; therefore, swimmers and water-sport users should plan conservatively. Beyond surfing, the spot is also mentioned as suitable for beginner learning in light-wind foil scenarios (wingfoiling), mainly because of easy beach access and generally manageable conditions for practicing on shallow sand—though there may be a need to walk out when water is shallow and enough wind is required for the foil to lift.
- Beach-break surf with left/right options
- Beginner learning conditions are often available when swell is present
- Car access directly onto hard-packed sand near the water
- Clean water in typical conditions
- Reliable beach-break surf on left and right, typically soft and beginner-friendly in many conditions
- Very easy car access: vehicles can drive onto and park on hard-packed sand near the sea
- Generally clean water and straightforward launch/entry due to sand bottom
- Often small and can be too weak without sufficient swell for rideable surfing
- Surf hazards include rips/undertow
- Wind can be inconsistent for wind-powered sports (one source notes low reliability)
Wind, water and seasons
Wind
- Direction
- NNE
- Offshore directions
- NNE
- Wind Range
- 8–15 kts
- Wind Type
- Sea breeze — Providers describe a sea-breeze pattern (with conflicting wind-direction notes across sources).
- Reliability
- fairly consistent (surf-forecast); low (another provider for typical kite/wing conditions).
- Gust Factor
- Light gusts
- Best Months
- May, June, July, August, September, October, November
- Shadow Zones
- The northern corner can be sheltered by the headland (provider note).
Water & beach
- Water Type
- Chop, Small waves
- Beach
- Sand — Sand beach with hard-packed areas that support vehicle access.
- Beach Size
- Big
- Waves
- Small — One source describes small waves as dominant.
- Chop Level
- Moderate chop — Water type is listed as chop.
- Launch
- Big — Very wide beach with hard-packed sand; vehicles can drive and park close to the water.
Through the year
Very crowded during summer holidays (December–February) and long weekends; otherwise quiet/never crowded per another source.
January and February are reported as the rainiest months.
By sport
What to expect for each.
Good for learning due to flat water and easy beach access, provided there is enough wind for foil lift.
- Foil Friendly
- Yes
- Min Depth
- Shallow for a long distance; riders may need to walk out.
- Wing Sizes
- 5–7 m²
Exposed beach break with reliable surf that works on both left and right. Often small; requires swell to produce rideable waves.
- Wave Direction
- Both
- Optimal Swell
- SSE, S, SSW
- Swell Height
- 1.5–2.5 m
- Optimal Tide
- All tides — One provider states it works at all stages of the tide; another lists mid tide.
- Shelter
- Exposed — Conflicting shelter descriptions across providers: one says exposed; another says semi-sheltered.
- Wind Effect
- Best with north-northeast winds offshore; another provider notes offshore with North or North-West winds. Winds are also described as working for surfing most notably when compatible with the spot’s wind direction.
- Bigger Swell
- Requires a significant swell to produce rideable waves; otherwise it can stay lake-like.
- Wave Quality
- Good — Another provider rates quality as average.
- Wave Power
- Soft
- Wave Shape
- Mixed — Sources conflict slightly: one describes mixed shape; another describes mushy/mushy-like waves when conditions are small.
- Peel Speed
- Slow — Soft, slow waves are emphasized by one provider.
- Ride Length
- Medium — Can be long and gentle for suitable conditions/skill (provider note).
- Ride Length Details
- Ride length is described as medium and can become long/gentle for longboarding; can require significant swell to work.
Check the forecast before you go
See wind, waves, weather and session windows for Praia Ubatumirim (Ubatuba North Shore) in the full forecast view.
Praia Ubatumirim (Ubatuba North Shore) wind and wave forecast summary
- Wind
- 2–10 ktsGusts 20 kts
- Direction
- S178°
- Strongest day
- Mon, Oct 2610 kts
- Windy days
- 0/712 kts or more
- Waves
- 0.8–1.8 m7s period
- Temperature
- 18–27 °C
Over the next 7 days, Praia Ubatumirim (Ubatuba North Shore) is forecast for daytime winds of 2–10 kts, peaking around 10 kts on Monday, October 26 with gusts to 20 kts. The prevailing direction is S. Waves run 0.8–1.8 m with a period of about 7s. Based on the Wavind model, in the spot’s local time.
Other spots in the area
What to know before you launch
Safety, access, restrictions, rescue, and local rules can change. Treat these details as informational and confirm them locally before launching.
Hazards
- Rips
- Undertow
- Vehicles driving on the beach
- Shallow water for long distances
- Occasional river mouths and motorized vehicles driving on the sand
Rescue & support
- Lifeguard
- Seasonal — Lifeguards reported as seasonal (provider note).
- Rescue & Self-Rescue
- Limited — Region-wide rescue is limited; one provider specifically listed no rescue availability at this spot.
- Emergency Info
- Rescue availability is reported as limited in the wider area; a provider also states rescue availability as no for this spot.
- Localism / Vibe
- None — A provider states localism level is none; another includes a general etiquette note.
Rules of the spot
Follow good surf etiquette to avoid annoying locals (general note from provider). Respect kiosks and bathers; use designated areas for vehicles (provider note).
- Designated areas for cars.
- Environmentally protected zones near river mouths (provider note).
- Cars can drive onto sand near the sea for easy access (drive carefully).
- Good surf and calm water conditions can make it suitable for swimming when waves are small.
- Best for surfing only when other Ubatuba spots are too big (provider note).
Getting there & access
- Nearest City
- Ubatuba
- Nearest Town
- Ubatuba
- Parking
- Parking is allowed directly on the hard-packed sand of the beach; vehicles can enter the sand and park near the water.
- Access
- Accessible via the BR-101 highway at KM 20; dirt roads lead from the highway to the sand. Beach access is straightforward; cars can drive directly onto the sand near the sea.
- Local Language
- Portuguese
What's on the beach
- Accommodation
- Nearby town — Various pousadas and camping sites are located along the access roads and nearby Estaleiro beach.
- Food & Drink
- Numerous rustic kiosks (quiosques) serving seafood and drinks along the length of the beach.
- Equipment Rental:
- Some kiosks offer basic stand-up paddleboard or surfboard rentals during peak season; equipment rental is also referenced more broadly in Ubatuba.
No schools or services are listed for this spot yet.
From riders who've been here
Latest reported conditions
Spot questions
Frequently asked questions
When is the best season at Praia Ubatumirim (Ubatuba North Shore)?
The best overall months at Praia Ubatumirim (Ubatuba North Shore) are May, June, July, August, September. The best wind months are May, June, July, August, September, October, November.
Which wind directions work at Praia Ubatumirim (Ubatuba North Shore)?
Praia Ubatumirim (Ubatuba North Shore) works with NNE winds. Offshore directions are NNE.
What equipment sizes are recommended at Praia Ubatumirim (Ubatuba North Shore)?
Recommended equipment sizes at Praia Ubatumirim (Ubatuba North Shore): Wingfoiling: 5–7 m². The typical wind range is 8–15 kts.
What skill level is Praia Ubatumirim (Ubatuba North Shore) suitable for?
Praia Ubatumirim (Ubatuba North Shore) suits these riding levels: Wingfoiling: Beginner · Surfing: Beginner to Intermediate.