Puerto Rico
Conditions stay similar this week — check the hourly forecast at Cueva del Indio for the cleanest windows.
Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at Cueva del Indio, Puerto Rico. Each day is rated based on breaking wave height, swell period, and wind — updated hourly from the latest NOAA GFS run.
Wed, Jun 24: 2–2ft, 6s period, rated Very Poor. Slim pickings today — 1-2ft and poor with barely a breath of wind.
Thu, Jun 25: 1–2ft, 6s period, rated Very Poor. Not the most exciting day — 1ft and poor conditions with 11mph ESE winds. Winds do pick up a bit by the afternoon to 22mph.
Fri, Jun 26: 1–2ft, 6s period, rated Very Poor. Slim pickings today — 1ft and poor with 11mph E winds. Expect the wind to bump up to around 26mph by PM.
Sat, Jun 27: 2–2ft, 10s period, rated Poor. Dawn patrol is the move — 2ft on NE swell at 5s with light ESE winds. The NE wind kicks in by afternoon — 12mph and poor by then.
Sun, Jun 28: 1–1ft, 6s period, rated Poor. Not the most exciting day — 1-2ft and poor conditions with light SE winds. Afternoon breeze fills in to 12mph.
Cueva del Indio is a raw and dramatic reef break located along the rugged limestone coastline of Puerto Rico's north shore, near Arecibo. The spot faces south toward the land, meaning it actually picks up northerly Atlantic swells that wrap and refract around the rocky headlands and caves carved into the coastline, producing powerful and unpredictable waves. Its remote, cave-laden terrain makes it a unique and visually stunning surf destination, though the technical rock-strewn lineup demands respect from experienced surfers.
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
The current wave height at Cueva del Indio is 1-2ft with a 5.45s swell period. Wind is E at 19mph 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 Cueva del Indio is 1-2ft, produced by a 0.8ft NNE primary swell at 11s, a 0.3ft N secondary swell at 8s, a 4.9ft ENE wind swell swell at 5s. 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 Cueva del Indio is Saturday from 7 AM to 10 AM with 2ft waves, a 9.65s swell period, and conditions rated Poor - Fair. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
Cueva del Indio 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 Cueva del Indio. 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.
Cueva del Indio is a reef with a rock bottom, suited to advanced surfers. Cueva del Indio is a raw and dramatic reef break located along the rugged limestone coastline of Puerto Rico's north shore, near Arecibo. The spot faces south toward the land, meaning it actually picks up northerly Atlantic swells that wrap and refract around the rocky headlands and caves carved into the coastline, producing powerful and unpredictable waves. Its remote, cave-laden terrain makes it a unique and visually stunning surf destination, though the technical rock-strewn lineup demands respect from experienced surfers.
The prime season at Cueva del Indio 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 Cueva del Indio include sharp rocks, shallow reef, unpredictable swell refraction, strong currents, difficult access, caves and cliff edges. Always check conditions before paddling out, respect local etiquette, and never surf alone if you're unfamiliar with the break.
Our Cueva del Indio 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.
