Puerto Rico
Not the most exciting day — 0-1ft and very poor conditions with 13mph E winds.
Not the most exciting day — 0-1ft and very poor conditions with 13mph E winds.
Best window·Tuesday 9AM–12PM·2-3ft·Fair
Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at Aviones, Puerto Rico. Each day is rated based on breaking wave height, swell period, and wind — updated hourly from the latest NOAA GFS run.
Thu, Sep 3: 0–1ft, 7s period, rated Very Poor. A slow one — 0-1ft waves and very poor conditions with 13mph out of the E.
Fri, Sep 4: 1–2ft, 8s period, rated Poor. Aim for the middle of the day — 1-2ft on E swell at 4s with moderate ESE wind around 9mph. Early on is a little rough — give it until mid-morning to shape up.
Sat, Sep 5: 1–2ft, 8s period, rated Poor. Slim pickings today — 1-2ft and poor with moderate ESE wind around 8mph.
Sun, Sep 6: 1–2ft, 7s period, rated Poor. Early morning is your best window — 1-2ft waves on E swell at 7s with moderate SE wind around 7mph. The ESE wind kicks in by afternoon — 12mph and very poor by then.
Mon, Sep 7: 1–2ft, 11s period, rated Poor. First light looks cleanest — 1-2ft on E swell at 4s with light winds out of the SE. The ESE wind kicks in by afternoon — 14mph and poor by then.
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Aviones is a fun reef break located along the northeastern coast of Puerto Rico near Isla Verde, facing west and picking up north and northeast swells that wrap around the island. The spot produces punchy, hollow waves with good shape when winter groundswells push through, offering both lefts and rights depending on the swell angle. Its proximity to San Juan makes it a popular escape for local surfers seeking quality reef waves without a long drive.
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
The current wave height at Aviones is 0-1ft with a 4.3s swell period. Wind is E at 13mph. Conditions are rated Very Poor. The forecast updates hourly so you can plan your session around the cleanest windows.
The current breaking wave height at Aviones is 0-1ft, produced by a 1.2ft ENE wind swell swell at 4s, a 0.6ft ENE wind swell swell at 7s, a 0.6ft NNE tertiary swell at 10s. Breaking wave height is the actual rideable wave size at the shore — calculated from offshore swell data using this spot's coastal bathymetry — not the raw buoy reading.
Based on the current 5-day forecast, the best window to surf Aviones is Tuesday from 9 AM to 12 PM with 2ft waves, a 4.2s swell period, and conditions rated Fair. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
Aviones works best with a N swell and E winds. Offshore winds groom the face of the wave, while onshore winds turn it sloppy. Cross-offshore conditions usually produce the cleanest shape.
Tide plays a big role at Aviones. Mid tide works for most beach breaks, while reef and point breaks often prefer higher or lower stages. Use the tide chart above to line up your session with the swell peak.
Aviones is a reef with a reef bottom, suited to intermediate surfers. Aviones is a fun reef break located along the northeastern coast of Puerto Rico near Isla Verde, facing west and picking up north and northeast swells that wrap around the island. The spot produces punchy, hollow waves with good shape when winter groundswells push through, offering both lefts and rights depending on the swell angle. Its proximity to San Juan makes it a popular escape for local surfers seeking quality reef waves without a long drive.
The prime season at Aviones is winter, when swell direction, wind patterns, and water temps line up most consistently. Outside the peak season you can still score, but you'll need to watch the forecast closely for the right windows.
Common hazards at Aviones include shallow reef, sea urchins, strong currents, boat traffic, localism. Always check conditions before paddling out, respect local etiquette, and never surf alone if you're unfamiliar with the break.
Our Aviones forecast uses NOAA GFS and other weather models combined with spot-specific bathymetry to calculate breaking wave heights. Short-range (1-3 day) forecasts are most reliable; extended forecasts show general trends. We also verify our offshore swell predictions against NOAA buoy measurements daily — see our accuracy page for those swell-verification metrics (buoys measure open-water swell, not breaking surf size).
