Puerto Rico
Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at Tocones, 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: 0–1ft, 6s period, rated Very Poor. Slim pickings today — 0-1ft and very poor with strong E wind at 15mph.
Mon, May 11: 0–1ft, 6s period, rated Very Poor. Slim pickings today — 0-1ft and very poor with 11mph from the ESE.
Tue, May 12: 0–1ft, 7s period, rated Very Poor. Not the most exciting day — 0-1ft and very poor conditions with 10mph from the ESE. Afternoon breeze fills in to 14mph.
Wed, May 13: 1–2ft, 15s period, rated Poor. Slim pickings today — 1-2ft and poor with light SE winds. Winds do pick up a bit by the afternoon to 13mph.
Thu, May 14: 1–2ft, 13s period, rated Poor. Dawn patrol is the move — 1-2ft on ENE swell at 5s with light SE winds. The ESE wind kicks in by afternoon — 13mph and poor by then.
15s period — conditions are improving beyond your forecast
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Tocones is a reef break located on the northeastern coast of Puerto Rico near the town of Luquillo, picking up north and northwest swells that wrap around the island's Atlantic-facing shores. The spot produces fun, punchy waves that break over a shallow reef, offering both lefts and rights depending on swell angle and tide. Its relative seclusion compared to nearby El Yunque-area beaches makes it a rewarding find for surfers willing to explore Puerto Rico's less-traveled eastern coastline.
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
The current wave height at Tocones is 0-1ft with a 5.8s swell period. Wind is E at 15mph 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 Tocones is 0-1ft, produced by a 1.6ft NE primary swell at 8s, a 3.7ft 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 Tocones is Friday from 7 AM to 10 AM with 2ft waves, a 11.3s swell period, and conditions rated Fair. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
Tocones works best with a N swell and E 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 Tocones. 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.
Tocones is a reef with a reef bottom, suited to intermediate surfers. Tocones is a reef break located on the northeastern coast of Puerto Rico near the town of Luquillo, picking up north and northwest swells that wrap around the island's Atlantic-facing shores. The spot produces fun, punchy waves that break over a shallow reef, offering both lefts and rights depending on swell angle and tide. Its relative seclusion compared to nearby El Yunque-area beaches makes it a rewarding find for surfers willing to explore Puerto Rico's less-traveled eastern coastline.
The prime season at Tocones 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 Tocones include shallow reef, sea urchins, strong currents, rocky entry and exit. Always check conditions before paddling out, respect local etiquette, and never surf alone if you're unfamiliar with the break.
Our Tocones 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.
