Water temperature in Carolina

Carolina, Puerto Rico

Water temperatures refreshed hourly from NOAA buoys and forecast models.

Carolina sits in the Caribbean sweet spot — water temps hold in the upper 70s to low 80s year-round. NW groundswells charge the west coast from November through March, while trade wind swell keeps the east coast alive the rest of the year. A rash guard is all you need; use this guide to track swell windows and pick your side of the island.

83°F
Boardshorts

Warm enough for boardshorts or a bikini

Data from Pine Grove · Updated hourly

Beach Water Temperatures

Current water temperatures at each surf spot. Temperatures can vary based on local conditions, currents, and depth.

Pine Grove

83°F

Boardshorts

Next steps

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Water temperature answers the gear question. Use the live spot list, best-window guide, and tide page to pick the actual session.

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Surf spots in Carolina

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Featured Beaches(1)

Pine Grove

Beginner friendly

Pine Grove is the east-end Isla Verde sandbar that gives San Juan a practical beginner surf option. The wave is usually soft, accessible, and close to hotels, surf schools, rentals, and the airport. It is best for foam boards and longboards on small clean days; stronger wind or north swell can add backwash, rips, and enough punch that brand-new surfers should stay with an instructor.

Spot guide for Carolina

Break types, ratings, and local tips for each beach.

Pine Grove
beach
beginner

Pine Grove is the east-end Isla Verde sandbar that gives San Juan a practical beginner surf option. The wave is usually soft, accessible, and close to hotels, surf schools, rentals, and the airport. It is best for foam boards and longboards on small clean days; stronger wind or north swell can add backwash, rips, and enough punch that brand-new surfers should stay with an instructor.

What to know about water temperature

  • Weekly temperature trends and seasonal averages
  • Gear recommendations for dawn patrol versus midday
  • Upwelling signals that drop temps overnight
  • Health and recovery tips for long cold sessions

Surf Guides for Carolina

Conditions

Dawn Patrol
Best early morning sessions
Sunset Sessions
Evening golden hour spots
Tide Windows
Optimal tidal conditions
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Style

Beginner Spots
Gentle waves for learning
Longboard Spots
Mellow waves for logging

Frequently Asked Questions

About surfing in Carolina

Water temperatures in Carolina typically range from 78-84°F. For summer, boardshorts is recommended. In winter, you'll want boardshorts. Spring and fall may require adjusting based on your cold tolerance.
Water temperatures in Carolina vary by season, ranging from 78-84°F. Check Quiver's live water temperature data for real-time readings at specific surf spots. Temperatures are typically warmest around September and coldest in February.
Yes! During year-round, water temperatures in Carolina are warm enough to surf in boardshorts. Outside that window, boardshorts is a good baseline for comfortable sessions.

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