Puerto Rico
Best window·Saturday 2PM–5PM·2ft·Fair
Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at Montones, 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: 3–4ft, 6s period, rated Poor - Fair. Dawn patrol is the move — 3-4ft on NNE swell at 12s with glassy conditions. It gets a bit messier later in the day.
Thu, Jun 25: 3–4ft, 6s period, rated Poor - Fair. First light looks cleanest — 3-4ft on NE swell at 9s with moderate E wind around 11mph. Conditions go downhill through the afternoon.
Fri, Jun 26: 3–4ft, 6s period, rated Very Poor. Get out early for the best of it — 3-4ft waves on NNE swell at 10s and moderate E wind around 10mph. Onshore flow builds through the day to 16mph, bringing conditions down to very poor.
Sat, Jun 27: 3–4ft, 10s period, rated Poor - Fair. Slim pickings today — 3-4ft and poor - fair with 9mph E winds.
Sun, Jun 28: 3–4ft, 5s period, rated Poor - Fair. Early morning is your best window — 2ft waves on NE swell at 5s with light ESE winds. Onshore flow builds through the day to 14mph, bringing conditions down to poor.
Montones is a mellow beach break on Puerto Rico's north-central coast that works best during Atlantic swell season and trades reliable, forgiving waves ideal for learners and intermediate surfers. The consistent sand bottom provides soft, rolling shoulders perfect for practicing fundamentals, while the SSW-facing orientation captures distant Atlantic swells that funnel down the coastline. This quiet, accessible spot offers a laid-back alternative to busier Puerto Rican breaks, making it a great choice for those seeking fewer crowds and mellower conditions.
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
The current wave height at Montones is 2-3ft with a 5.8s swell period. Wind is E at 17mph 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 Montones is 2-3ft, 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 Montones is Saturday from 2 PM to 5 PM with 2ft waves, a 9.8s swell period, and conditions rated Fair. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
Montones 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 Montones. 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.
Montones is a beach with a sand bottom, suited to beginner surfers. Montones is a mellow beach break on Puerto Rico's north-central coast that works best during Atlantic swell season and trades reliable, forgiving waves ideal for learners and intermediate surfers. The consistent sand bottom provides soft, rolling shoulders perfect for practicing fundamentals, while the SSW-facing orientation captures distant Atlantic swells that funnel down the coastline. This quiet, accessible spot offers a laid-back alternative to busier Puerto Rican breaks, making it a great choice for those seeking fewer crowds and mellower conditions.
The prime season at Montones is fall, 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 Montones include rip currents. Always check conditions before paddling out, respect local etiquette, and never surf alone if you're unfamiliar with the break.
Our Montones 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.
