Puerto Rico
Conditions stay similar this week — check the hourly forecast at Hallows for the cleanest windows.
Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at Hallows, Puerto Rico. Each day is rated based on breaking wave height, swell period, and wind — updated hourly from the latest NOAA GFS run.
Tue, Jun 30: 2–2ft, 8s period, rated Poor. Not the most exciting day — 2ft and poor conditions with glassy conditions. Winds do pick up a bit by the afternoon to 12mph.
Wed, Jul 1: 1–2ft, 5s period, rated Very Poor. Pretty quiet out there — 0-1ft and mostly very poor with 9mph from the ESE. Expect the wind to bump up to around 15mph by PM.
Thu, Jul 2: 1–2ft, 5s period, rated Very Poor. Pretty quiet out there — 1ft and mostly very poor with moderate ESE wind around 9mph. Winds do pick up a bit by the afternoon to 21mph.
Fri, Jul 3: 1–2ft, 5s period, rated Very Poor. Pretty quiet out there — 1ft and mostly very poor with 8mph from the SE. Expect the wind to bump up to around 22mph by PM.
Sat, Jul 4: 1–2ft, 7s period, rated Poor. Not the most exciting day — 1-2ft and poor conditions with light ESE winds. Afternoon breeze fills in to 16mph.
Hallows is a reef break located on the northwest coast of Puerto Rico, picking up south-southwest swells that wrap into the break with punchy, hollow sections. The SSW-facing exposure means it comes alive during winter groundswells generated in the South Atlantic, delivering fast, powerful waves over a sharp reef bottom. Its relatively secluded position and demanding conditions keep the lineup manageable for those willing to make the effort.
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
The current wave height at Hallows is 1-2ft with a 8s swell period. Wind is ENE at 15mph and conditions are rated Poor. The forecast updates hourly so you can plan your session around the cleanest windows.
The current breaking wave height at Hallows is 1-2ft, produced by a 0.3ft NNE primary swell at 9s, a 2.3ft NE wind swell swell at 8s. 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 Hallows is Tuesday from 11 AM to 2 PM with 2ft waves, a 8s swell period, and conditions rated Poor. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
Hallows 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 Hallows. 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.
Hallows is a reef with a reef bottom, suited to advanced surfers. Hallows is a reef break located on the northwest coast of Puerto Rico, picking up south-southwest swells that wrap into the break with punchy, hollow sections. The SSW-facing exposure means it comes alive during winter groundswells generated in the South Atlantic, delivering fast, powerful waves over a sharp reef bottom. Its relatively secluded position and demanding conditions keep the lineup manageable for those willing to make the effort.
The prime season at Hallows 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 Hallows include shallow reef, sharp coral, strong currents, localism, rocks. Always check conditions before paddling out, respect local etiquette, and never surf alone if you're unfamiliar with the break.
Our Hallows 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. Visit /public/accuracy for per-spot and regional performance metrics.
