San Juan, Puerto Rico
San Juan water temperature today is 87°F. Is it cold? It's warm for most people, so plan on boardshorts.
Water temperature refreshed hourly from an observed station reading.
San Juan 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.
Warm enough for boardshorts or a bikini
Data from La Ocho · Updated hourly
Current water temperatures at each surf spot. Temperatures can vary based on local conditions, currents, and depth.
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Break types, ratings, and local tips for each beach.
La Ocho sits by Escambron just east of Old San Juan and gives the capital a real longboard reef option. The wave breaks over reef and rock, spreads across a large area, and can suit many ability levels when small. It is not as soft as Pine Grove, but its protected setup, board-rental access, and rolling rights make it a useful longboard and progressing-beginner page when size is manageable.
About surfing in San Juan
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