Puerto Rico
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.
Sun, May 10: flat–flatft, 6s period, rated Poor. Slim pickings today — Flat and poor with 12mph from the ENE.
Mon, May 11: flat–flatft, 8s period, rated Poor. Pretty quiet out there — Flat and mostly very poor with 9mph from the ESE. Expect the wind to bump up to around 22mph by PM.
Tue, May 12: 0–1ft, 7s period, rated Very Poor. Slim pickings today — 0-1ft and very poor with gentle SE breeze.
Wed, May 13: 1–2ft, 15s period, rated Poor. Not the most exciting day — 1-2ft and poor conditions with gentle SSE breeze.
Thu, May 14: 1–2ft, 14s period, rated Poor. Pretty quiet out there — 1-2ft and mostly poor with light winds out of the SE.
15s period — conditions are improving beyond your forecast
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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 Flat with a 5.8s swell period. Wind is ENE at 23mph 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 Cueva del Indio is Flat, produced by a 5.8ft ENE wind swell swell at 6s. 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 Friday from 2 PM to 5 PM with 2ft waves, a 6.9s swell period, and conditions rated 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. See the forecast accuracy card above for per-spot and regional performance metrics.
