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. Pretty quiet out there — 1ft and mostly poor with moderate ESE wind around 11mph. 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 moderate ESE wind around 9mph. Afternoon breeze fills in to 27mph.
Sat, Jun 27: 2–2ft, 10s period, rated Poor. Get out early for the best of it — 2ft waves on NE swell at 5s and light ESE winds. Wind fills in through the day, pushing up to 13mph from the NE and dropping conditions to poor.
Sun, Jun 28: 1–1ft, 10s period, rated Poor. A slow one — 1-2ft waves and poor conditions with light SSE winds.
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 5.6s swell period. Wind is E at 12mph 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 1-2ft, produced by a 0.3ft N primary swell at 9s, a 5.7ft 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 Saturday from 7 AM to 10 AM with 2ft waves, a 4.9s 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.
