Icarai
Beach break · Ceara · Beginner → Intermediate
Icarai surf today
Forecast for Thursday 15 October
Intermediate : Slim pickings. Only if you're desperate. — Best window: 5h–8h
Today's score by level (at the day's best, out of 100)
- Beginner 25
- Intermediate 18
- Waves 1.3 m · 6 s period
- Wind E 17 km/h (gusts 47 km/h)
- Tides: ▲ 07:00 · ▽ 12:00 · ▲ 19:00
About this spot
Ceará's most consistent and strongest beach breaks. Short sucky barrels, intense localism, a regular WQS venue.
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Icarai in detail
Beginner → Intermediate
Ideal for starting out or longboarding. Mellow waves, little current, surf school usually nearby.
Access & landmarks
Easy beach access, parking usually nearby. Ask locally about seasonal currents.
Safety
Wear an appropriate wetsuit. Scout the currents before you paddle out. Respect the locals and right-of-way. Check weather and tides.
Frequently asked about Icarai
What tide is best for surfing Icarai?
At Icarai, tide isn't a deciding factor: the spot stays surfable across most tide states. Focus on the swell and the wind instead.
Is Icarai suitable for beginners?
Icarai is rather accessible to beginners when the waves stay small and the wind is light. Still, check currents, tide and local guidelines before entering.
What wind is ideal for Icarai?
The ideal wind at Icarai comes broadly from South-West: it's offshore, which helps shape and hold the waves. A strong onshore wind generally degrades conditions.
What surf spots are near Icarai?
Around Icarai, you can also check conditions at Pacheco, Barra do Ceara, Praia de Pirambu. Compare the scores, wind and swell direction before choosing where to surf.