Puerto Rico
Conditions stay similar this week — check the hourly forecast at Hallows for the cleanest windows.
Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at Hallows, 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: 2–3ft, 6s period, rated Very Poor. Dawn patrol is the move — 2-3ft on NE swell at 6s with glassy conditions. It gets a bit messier later in the day.
Thu, Jun 25: 2–2ft, 6s period, rated Very Poor. Get out early for the best of it — 2ft waves on NE swell at 8s and moderate ESE wind around 11mph. Onshore flow builds through the day to 19mph, bringing conditions down to very poor.
Fri, Jun 26: 2–2ft, 6s period, rated Very Poor. Dawn patrol is the move — 2ft on NNE swell at 10s with 12mph E winds. Onshore flow builds through the day to 25mph, bringing conditions down to very poor.
Sat, Jun 27: 2–3ft, 10s period, rated Poor. Get out early for the best of it — 2ft waves on NE swell at 5s and gentle ESE breeze. The NE wind kicks in by afternoon — 13mph and poor by then.
Sun, Jun 28: 2–3ft, 6s period, rated Poor. Slim pickings today — 1-2ft and poor with gentle SE breeze. Expect the wind to bump up to around 16mph by PM.
Hallows is a reef break located on the northwest coast of Puerto Rico, picking up south-southwest swells that wrap into the break with punchy, hollow sections. The SSW-facing exposure means it comes alive during winter groundswells generated in the South Atlantic, delivering fast, powerful waves over a sharp reef bottom. Its relatively secluded position and demanding conditions keep the lineup manageable for those willing to make the effort.
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
The current wave height at Hallows is 2ft with a 5.45s swell period. Wind is E at 16mph 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 Hallows is 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 Hallows is Sunday from 3 PM to 6 PM with 2ft waves, a 5.35s swell period, and conditions rated Poor - Fair. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
Hallows 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 Hallows. 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.
Hallows is a reef with a reef bottom, suited to advanced surfers. Hallows is a reef break located on the northwest coast of Puerto Rico, picking up south-southwest swells that wrap into the break with punchy, hollow sections. The SSW-facing exposure means it comes alive during winter groundswells generated in the South Atlantic, delivering fast, powerful waves over a sharp reef bottom. Its relatively secluded position and demanding conditions keep the lineup manageable for those willing to make the effort.
The prime season at Hallows 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 Hallows include shallow reef, sharp coral, strong currents, localism, rocks. Always check conditions before paddling out, respect local etiquette, and never surf alone if you're unfamiliar with the break.
Our Hallows 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.
