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. First light looks cleanest — 2ft on NE swell at 6s with moderate ESE wind around 10mph. The E wind kicks in by afternoon — 19mph and very poor by then.
Fri, Jun 26: 2–2ft, 6s period, rated Very Poor. Dawn patrol is the move — 2ft on NE swell at 7s with 10mph ESE winds. Onshore flow builds through the day to 24mph, bringing conditions down to very poor.
Sat, Jun 27: 2–3ft, 10s period, rated Poor. First light looks cleanest — 2ft on NE swell at 5s with light winds out of the SE. The NE wind kicks in by afternoon — 15mph and poor by then.
Sun, Jun 28: 2–3ft, 10s period, rated Poor. Not the most exciting day — 1-2ft and poor conditions with gentle SE breeze.
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 5.6s swell period. Wind is E at 12mph and conditions are rated Poor - Fair. 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 0.3ft 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 Hallows is Saturday from 6 AM to 9 AM with 2ft waves, a 5s 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.
