Puerto Rico
Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at Dunes (Puerto Rico), 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: 1–2ft, 6s period, rated Poor. Not the most exciting day — 1-2ft and poor conditions with 13mph out of the NE.
Mon, May 11: 1–2ft, 6s period, rated Poor. Pretty quiet out there — 1-2ft and mostly poor with moderate E wind around 11mph.
Tue, May 12: 2–3ft, 7s period, rated Poor - Fair. Get out early for the best of it — 2-3ft waves on NE swell at 7s and light ESE winds. Wind fills in through the day, pushing up to 13mph from the NE and dropping conditions to poor - fair.
Wed, May 13: 2–3ft, 15s period, rated Fair. Get out early for the best of it — 2-3ft waves on NE swell at 6s and light SE winds. Wind fills in through the day, pushing up to 10mph from the NNW and dropping conditions to poor - fair.
Thu, May 14: 2–3ft, 14s period, rated Fair. First light looks cleanest — 2-3ft on NE swell at 7s with gentle ESE breeze. Things get a bit scrappier as the day goes on.
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Dunes is a fun beach break located on the northwest coast of Puerto Rico near Aguadilla, where sandy dune-backed shores shape consistent and punchy waves that face toward the SSW-open Atlantic and Caribbean corridor. The spot picks up solid northwest swells during winter months, producing hollow, fast-breaking peaks that reward surfers with quick barrels and steep drops. Its unique dune geography helps shape sandbars over time, making conditions variable but often surprisingly powerful for a beach break in Puerto Rico.
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
The current wave height at Dunes (Puerto Rico) is 1-2ft with a 6.2s swell period. Wind is NE at 9mph 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 Dunes (Puerto Rico) is 1-2ft, produced by a 3ft NE 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 Dunes (Puerto Rico) is Friday from 10 AM to 1 PM with 3ft waves, a 11.35s swell period, and conditions rated Fair. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
Dunes (Puerto Rico) works best with a NW swell and NE 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 Dunes (Puerto Rico). 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.
Dunes (Puerto Rico) is a beach with a sand bottom, suited to intermediate surfers. Dunes is a fun beach break located on the northwest coast of Puerto Rico near Aguadilla, where sandy dune-backed shores shape consistent and punchy waves that face toward the SSW-open Atlantic and Caribbean corridor. The spot picks up solid northwest swells during winter months, producing hollow, fast-breaking peaks that reward surfers with quick barrels and steep drops. Its unique dune geography helps shape sandbars over time, making conditions variable but often surprisingly powerful for a beach break in Puerto Rico.
The prime season at Dunes (Puerto Rico) 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 Dunes (Puerto Rico) include strong currents, shifting sandbars, occasional shore break, wind chop. Always check conditions before paddling out, respect local etiquette, and never surf alone if you're unfamiliar with the break.
Our Dunes (Puerto Rico) 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.
