Puerto Rico
Conditions stay similar this week — check the hourly forecast at Jobos for the cleanest windows.
Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at Jobos, 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 Poor - Fair. Get out early for the best of it — 2ft waves on NNE swell at 12s and glassy conditions. Conditions go downhill through the afternoon.
Thu, Jun 25: 2–3ft, 6s period, rated Poor - Fair. Dawn patrol is the move — 2ft on NE swell at 9s with strong E wind at 13mph. It gets a bit messier later in the day.
Fri, Jun 26: 2–2ft, 6s period, rated Poor. Dawn patrol is the move — 2ft on NNE swell at 10s with 10mph from the E. Conditions go downhill through the afternoon.
Sat, Jun 27: 2–2ft, 10s period, rated Poor. Morning kicks off with 2ft on ENE swell at 7s.
Sun, Jun 28: 2–2ft, 5s period, rated Poor. Slim pickings today — 1ft and poor with light winds out of the ESE. Afternoon breeze fills in to 11mph.
Jobos in Isabela is one of the most consistent surf spots in Puerto Rico, working year-round with a mix of reef, point, and beach break options. The main reef produces quality lefts for intermediate-advanced surfers, while the sandy section ("El Bajo") in the middle of the beach offers gentler waves for beginners. N and NW swells from the Atlantic provide the best conditions, and the spot hosts regular competitions. Gets crowded — respect the locals.
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
The current wave height at Jobos is 1-2ft with a 5.8s swell period. Wind is E at 16mph 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 Jobos is 1-2ft, produced by a 0.7ft NNE primary swell at 12s, a 2.7ft 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 Jobos is Thursday from 3 PM to 6 PM with 2ft waves, a 5.65s swell period, and conditions rated Poor - Fair. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
Jobos 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 Jobos. 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.
Jobos is a reef with a reef bottom, suited to intermediate surfers. Jobos in Isabela is one of the most consistent surf spots in Puerto Rico, working year-round with a mix of reef, point, and beach break options. The main reef produces quality lefts for intermediate-advanced surfers, while the sandy section ("El Bajo") in the middle of the beach offers gentler waves for beginners. N and NW swells from the Atlantic provide the best conditions, and the spot hosts regular competitions. Gets crowded — respect the locals.
The prime season at Jobos 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 Jobos include shallow reef, sea urchins, rocks, strong currents, localism. Always check conditions before paddling out, respect local etiquette, and never surf alone if you're unfamiliar with the break.
Our Jobos 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.
