Puerto Rico
Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at Table Top, Puerto Rico. Each day is rated based on breaking wave height, swell period, and wind — updated hourly from the latest NOAA GFS run.
Sat, May 16: 0–1ft, 12s period, rated Very Poor. Pretty quiet out there — 0-1ft and mostly very poor with barely a breath of wind. Winds do pick up a bit by the afternoon to 8mph.
Sun, May 17: 0–1ft, 11s period, rated Very Poor. A slow one — 0-1ft waves and very poor conditions with moderate ESE wind around 9mph. Expect the wind to bump up to around 19mph by PM.
Mon, May 18: 0–1ft, 6s period, rated Very Poor. Pretty quiet out there — 0-1ft and mostly very poor with 11mph E winds.
Tue, May 19: 1–2ft, 8s period, rated Poor. A slow one — 1-2ft waves and poor conditions with moderate E wind around 11mph.
Wed, May 20: 1–2ft, 8s period, rated Poor. Not the most exciting day — 1-2ft and poor conditions with 11mph from the E. Afternoon breeze fills in to 18mph.
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Table Top is an advanced reef break on Rincon's NNW-facing coast that produces heavy, powerful waves when NW winter swells line up. The reef bottom creates well-defined peaks that demand respect and experience. Less crowded than the marquee Rincon spots, it rewards skilled surfers with quality waves in a beautiful Caribbean setting.
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
The current wave height at Table Top is 0-1+ft with a 11.65s swell period. Wind is E at 9mph and 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 Table Top is 0-1+ft, produced by a 1.4ft NE primary swell at 7s, a 1.2ft NE secondary swell at 12s, a 0.7ft N tertiary swell at 8s, a 0.5ft E wind swell swell at 2s. 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 Table Top is Tuesday from 5 PM to 8 PM with 2ft waves, a 7.65s swell period, and conditions rated Poor. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
Table Top works best with a NW swell and SE 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 Table Top. 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.
Table Top is a reef with a reef bottom, suited to advanced surfers. Table Top is an advanced reef break on Rincon's NNW-facing coast that produces heavy, powerful waves when NW winter swells line up. The reef bottom creates well-defined peaks that demand respect and experience. Less crowded than the marquee Rincon spots, it rewards skilled surfers with quality waves in a beautiful Caribbean setting.
The prime season at Table Top 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 Table Top include shallow reef, sharp coral, strong currents, sea urchins, remote location. Always check conditions before paddling out, respect local etiquette, and never surf alone if you're unfamiliar with the break.
Our Table Top 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. See the forecast accuracy card above for per-spot and regional performance metrics.
