Puerto Rico
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.
Sun, May 10: 1–2ft, 6s period, rated Poor. Not the most exciting day — 1-2ft and poor conditions with 22mph out of the ENE.
Mon, May 11: 1–2ft, 8s period, rated Poor. Not the most exciting day — 1-2ft and poor conditions with moderate ESE wind around 9mph. Expect the wind to bump up to around 19mph by PM.
Tue, May 12: 1–2ft, 7s period, rated Poor. Morning kicks off with 1-2ft on NE swell at 7s. Expect 14mph E winds by the afternoon.
Wed, May 13: 2–3ft, 15s period, rated Fair. Skip the dawn patrol — 1-2ft and poor early on. Later in the day looks more promising — 2-3ft and fair.
Thu, May 14: 2–3ft, 14s period, rated Fair. Dawn patrol is the move — 2-3ft on NE swell at 7s with gentle SE breeze. It gets a bit messier later in the day.
15s period — conditions are improving beyond your forecast
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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 1-2ft with a 5.7s 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 Hallows is 1-2ft, 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 Hallows is Thursday from 2 PM to 5 PM with 3ft waves, a 12.65s swell period, and conditions rated 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. See the forecast accuracy card above for per-spot and regional performance metrics.
