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Cabo Frio BR fishing forecast

96 Good of 100

Cabo Frio BR is a saltwater fishing spot in Atlantic Brazil, BR. Anglers here target Wahoo, Mahi-Mahi, Yellowfin Tuna. The most productive months are typically November, December, January, February, March.

Quick answer
Best monthsNovember, December, January, February
Top speciesWahoo, Mahi-Mahi, Yellowfin Tuna
Score now96/100
Local rulesBrazil
Pressure trend
Pressure data unavailable
Best window today
19:00 · Light wind (0 km/h) and calm seas
Next solunar peak
minor 08:59

Current conditions

Sea surface temp23.2 °C
Wind21 km/h from NNE
Wave height1.5 m at 9 s
Current0.09 m/s toward WSW
Pressure1017 hPa
Depth6 m
Cloud cover0%

Last updated Jun 7, 2026 (UTC). Conditions refresh through the day.

Bite windows

Moon
Last Quarter · 57% lit
Solunar day rating
70 / 100

Best months for Cabo Frio BR:

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec

What you can catch

Local regulations

Secretaria de Aquicultura e Pesca, Ministério da Agricultura e Pecuária (SAP/MAPA) — licence; IBAMA / ICMBio — species rules & defeso
Brazil

Licensing:

  • combined — residents A single federal recreational fishing licence (Licença de Pescador Amador ou Esportivo) issued by SAP/MAPA is valid for 1 year across the entire national territory, in both salt and fresh water (except protected areas). Non-boating (desembarcada) category R$20/yr; boating (embarcada) category R$60/yr. Obtained online via the gov.br SINPESQ portal., non-residents Foreign anglers may apply with a valid Brazilian CPF; the same national licence and fees apply. As of late 2025 the process was simplified for visiting tourists.

FishRadar regulations are summaries for informational purposes only and are NOT a legal source. Brazil requires a federal recreational fishing licence (SAP/MAPA, via gov.br), but catch limits, minimum sizes and closed seasons (defeso) are set per species and per river basin by IBAMA / ICMBio and change frequently. Nationally PROTECTED species may not be taken: directed fishing for the mero (goliath grouper, Epinephelus itajara) is banned by federal moratorium, and all species on the Lista Nacional Oficial de Espécies da Fauna Ameaçadas de Extinção (e.g. sawfishes and many sharks and rays) are prohibited to capture, transport, store or sell. Always confirm the current rules and a species’ protected status with the federal authority, ICMBio and the relevant state/basin office before fishing.

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Frequently asked questions

What fish can you catch at Cabo Frio BR?

Anglers at Cabo Frio BR target Wahoo, Mahi-Mahi, and Yellowfin Tuna.

When is the best time to fish Cabo Frio BR?

The most productive months at Cabo Frio BR are typically November, December, January, February, March.

What is the fishing forecast for Cabo Frio BR right now?

Cabo Frio BR currently scores 96 out of 100, based on live ocean and weather conditions — see the full breakdown on this page.

Do you need a licence to fish Cabo Frio BR?

Fishing at Cabo Frio BR follows the local rules for Atlantic Brazil, BR. Bag limits, size limits, seasons and licence requirements are summarised in the Local regulations section above, with a link to the official authority.

Scores and conditions are forecasts for guidance only and can change rapidly. Always check local rules and current conditions, follow all fishing regulations, and prioritise your safety on the water.