Yabucoa water temperature today

Yabucoa, Puerto Rico

Yabucoa water temperature today is 84°F. Most surfers should plan around Boardshorts.

Water temperatures refreshed hourly from NOAA buoys and forecast models.

Yabucoa 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.

84°F
Boardshorts

Warm enough for boardshorts or a bikini

Data from El Cocal · Updated hourly

Beach Water Temperatures

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

Surf spots in Yabucoa

Spot guide for Yabucoa

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

El Cocal
beach
lower-intermediate

El Cocal, also mapped as Playa El Guano, is a southeast Puerto Rico beachbreak in Camino Nuevo, Yabucoa. It has scenic rock formations and a nearby natural pool, while the surf zone can produce inconsistent left and right peaks when south to southeast swell reaches the coast. Treat it as a lower-intermediate call because shorebreak, rocks, rips, and missing lifeguard coverage matter even when the wave looks playful.

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 Yabucoa

Frequently Asked Questions

About surfing in Yabucoa

Water temperatures in Yabucoa 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 Yabucoa 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 Yabucoa are warm enough to surf in boardshorts. Outside that window, boardshorts is a good baseline for comfortable sessions.

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