The Surf Window

Indicators PR

Puerto Rico, USA

Reef breakAdvanced

Fast hollow reef with punchy sections and shallow water. Not for the faint-hearted. Works best with proper swell direction.

Typical Conditions

The Surf Window

Swell Window

N
OptimalN (0°)
WindowNNW–ENE (330°–60°)
Size5-9ft

Wind

S

-SE light

Tide

Low-Mid

LowMidHigh

Season

October-March

JFMAMJJASOND

The Wave

Type

Left and right

Bottom

Shallow coral reef

Shape

Hollow and quick

Length

60-120m

Skill Level

  • •Who it's for: Advanced
  • •Why: Shallow water, hollow sections, sharp edges

Hazards

  • •Very shallow reef at low tide
  • •Thin wall creates easy wipeouts
  • •Coral cuts
  • •Strong currents

Local Tips

  • •Tide is critical here
  • •Best at low to mid tide
  • •Wear booties and consider a helmet
  • •Check the buoy forecasts

Location

Map showing the location of Indicators PR in Puerto Rico, USA

18.3340, -67.2600