Puerto Rico
Not the most exciting day — 0-1ft and very poor conditions with 15mph ENE winds.
Not the most exciting day — 0-1ft and very poor conditions with 15mph ENE winds.
Best window·Tuesday 7AM–10AM·2-3ft·Fair
Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at Guajataca, 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, 4s period, rated Very Poor. A slow one — 0-1ft waves and very poor conditions with 15mph ENE winds.
Fri, Sep 4: 1–2ft, 8s period, rated Very Poor. Slim pickings today — 0-1ft and very poor with gentle SE breeze. Expect the wind to bump up to around 12mph by PM.
Sat, Sep 5: 2–3ft, 8s period, rated Very Poor. Dawn patrol is the move — 2-3ft on ENE swell at 8s with 10mph from the ESE. The ENE wind kicks in by afternoon — 18mph and very poor by then.
Sun, Sep 6: 2–3ft, 8s period, rated Poor. Early morning is your best window — 2-3ft waves on ENE swell at 7s with light winds out of the ESE. Conditions go downhill through the afternoon.
Mon, Sep 7: 1–2ft, 12s period, rated Poor. First light looks cleanest — 1-2ft on ENE swell at 4s with light SE winds. It gets a bit messier later in the day.
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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.
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
The current wave height at Guajataca is 0-1ft with a 4s swell period. Wind is ENE at 15mph. 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 Guajataca is 0-1ft, produced by a 1.2ft ENE wind swell swell at 4s, a 0.6ft NNE secondary swell at 10s, a 0.6ft ENE wind swell swell at 7s. 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 Guajataca is Tuesday from 7 AM to 10 AM with 2ft waves, a 4.4s swell period, and conditions rated Fair. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
Guajataca works best with a N swell and S 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 Guajataca. 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.
Guajataca is a point with a rock bottom, suited to intermediate surfers. 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.
The prime season at Guajataca 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 Guajataca include rocks, strong currents, sharp reef, remote location, surge. Always check conditions before paddling out, respect local etiquette, and never surf alone if you're unfamiliar with the break.
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. 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).
