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Guajataca Surf Forecast, Puerto Rico

Puerto Rico

Guajataca surf spot

Current Conditions

Poor
Wave Height
7-8ft
overhead
Swell Period
10.25s
Wind
14mph
ENE / Gusts 23mph
Conditions
Poor
Active Swells
Primary
7.3ft @ 10sNNE

Daily Forecast

3 of 5 days
Tue, Mar 317-8ft
Poor
6am9am12pm3pm
Wed, Apr 18-9ft
Poor - Fair

Get out early for the best of it — 7-8ft waves on NNE swell at 10s and 12mph E winds. The ENE wind kicks in by afternoon — 16mph and poor by then.

6am9am12pm3pm
10s NNE|12-16mph E
Thu, Apr 26-7ft
Poor

Early morning is your best window — 6-7ft waves on NNE swell at 11s with moderate ESE wind around 8mph. The ENE wind kicks in by afternoon — 17mph and poor by then.

6am9am12pm3pm
11s NE|8-17mph E
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Sat
6ft
Swell building Sat, Apr 4Fair

10s period — conditions are improving beyond your forecast

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Forecast Charts

Guajataca Surf Spot Guide

Break
Point
Bottom
Rock
Level
Intermediate
Crowd
Light
Best Swell
N
Best Wind
S
Season
Winter

Guajataca is a rugged point break tucked along Puerto Rico's northwest coast, where north and northwest Atlantic swells wrap around the rocky headland to produce long, peeling walls ideal for carving turns. The spot comes alive during winter months when trade swells and cold fronts push consistent energy into the area, offering rides that stand out even in a region packed with quality surf. Its relative remoteness keeps crowds thin, rewarding those willing to make the drive with uncrowded lineups and a raw, natural setting.

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Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.

Guajataca Surf Forecast FAQ

What is the current surf forecast for Guajataca?
The current wave height at Guajataca is 7-8ft with a 10.25s swell period. Wind is ENE at 14mph. Conditions are rated Poor.
How accurate is the Guajataca surf forecast?
Our Guajataca 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.
What is the breaking wave height at Guajataca?
The current breaking wave height at Guajataca is 7-8ft, produced by a 7.3ft NNE primary 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.
When is the best time to surf Guajataca?
Based on the current 5-day forecast, the best window to surf Guajataca is Friday from 6 AM to 9 AM with 6ft waves, a 9.65s swell period, and conditions rated Fair. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.