Chatarra Surf Forecast
Puerto Rico
Current Conditions
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Spot Guide
Chatarra is a raw reef break tucked along the eastern coast of Puerto Rico near coordinates 18.4553, -65.9667, facing SSW toward the open Caribbean and Atlantic swell windows. The spot picks up groundswells that wrap around the island's eastern tip, delivering punchy, powerful waves over a shallow reef that rewards experienced surfers with hollow, fast-breaking barrels. Its relative remoteness keeps crowds thin, making it a rewarding find for those willing to seek it out.
Forecast Charts
Daily Forecast
Steady 3-4ft waves on offer on NE swell at 10s — calm winds.
First light looks cleanest — 3-4ft on NE swell at 10s with calm winds. It gets a bit messier later in the day.
First light looks cleanest — 3-4ft on NNE swell at 9s with barely a breath of wind. Conditions go downhill through the afternoon.
Slim pickings today — 2-3ft and poor - fair with barely a breath of wind.
First light looks cleanest — 4-5ft on NE swell at 8s with glassy conditions. Things get a bit scrappier as the day goes on.
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