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Jobos Surf Forecast, Puerto Rico

Puerto Rico

Montones6-7ftDunes (Puerto Rico)6-7ftMiddles8-9ft
Jobos surf spot

Current Conditions

Poor
Wave Height
6-7ft
overhead
Swell Period
10.25s
Wind
18mph
ENE / Gusts 23mph
Conditions
Poor
Active Swells
Primary
6.7ft @ 10sNNE

Daily Forecast

3 of 5 days
Wed, Apr 17-8ft
Poor

Aim for the middle of the day — 6-7ft on NNE swell at 10s with 14mph ENE winds. It's a bit wonky first thing but settles down. Afternoon wind picks back up so try to get wet before 2pm.

6am9am12pm3pm
10s NNE|14-18mph ENE
Thu, Apr 25-6ft
Poor

First light looks cleanest — 5-6ft on NNE swell at 11s with moderate E wind around 11mph. The ENE wind kicks in by afternoon — 18mph and poor by then.

6am9am12pm3pm
10s NNE|11-18mph E
Fri, Apr 35-6ft
Poor

First light looks cleanest — 4-5ft on NE swell at 10s with strong ENE wind at 14mph. Things get a bit scrappier as the day goes on.

6am9am12pm3pm
10s NE|14-17mph E
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Sun
5ft
Swell building Sun, Apr 5Fair

10s period — conditions are improving beyond your forecast

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Forecast Charts

Jobos Surf Spot Guide

Break
Reef
Bottom
Reef
Level
Intermediate
Crowd
Moderate
Best Swell
N
Best Wind
S
Season
Winter

Jobos in Isabela is one of the most consistent surf spots in Puerto Rico, working year-round with a mix of reef, point, and beach break options. The main reef produces quality lefts for intermediate-advanced surfers, while the sandy section ("El Bajo") in the middle of the beach offers gentler waves for beginners. N and NW swells from the Atlantic provide the best conditions, and the spot hosts regular competitions. Gets crowded — respect the locals.

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

Jobos Surf Forecast FAQ

What is the current surf forecast for Jobos?
The current wave height at Jobos is 6-7ft with a 10.25s swell period. Wind is ENE at 18mph. Conditions are rated Poor.
How accurate is the Jobos surf forecast?
Our Jobos 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 Jobos?
The current breaking wave height at Jobos is 6-7ft, produced by a 6.7ft 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 Jobos?
Based on the current 5-day forecast, the best window to surf Jobos is Saturday from 6 AM to 9 AM with 5ft waves, a 10.1s swell period, and conditions rated Fair. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.