About This Spot
Shack's, Puerto Rico is one of the world's premier wind-sports destinations, located in Puerto Rico.
Situated in Caribbean, the spot offers Medium waves and Big waves water conditions, making it ideal for experienced riders pushing their limits.
With NE–ENE–E winds, peaking from January to December, Shack's, Puerto Rico delivers the kind of sessions that keep riders coming back year after year.
Why Riders Love It
Best wind December to September, trade winds, wind 12-25 knots. Blows East to West. Wind is about 50% even in season. Very fluky on the inside due to wind shadow. The windy season starts from December and tapers off in mid-April. Winds are somewhat inconsistent in the 10-25 knots range, blowing sideoffshore to sideonshore. The North Atlantic high generates the trade winds that blow during late spring and summer at a steady 12-18 knots.
When to Go
Warm and sunny weather year round. Tropical marine, mild. Little seasonal temperature variation. Water temp 79°F, air 85°F. No wetsuit needed. The northeast is typically humid with frequent showers.
What to Expect
Tide 1-2 feet variation, waves get big, from east to west swell. Reef brake and sharp corals. Very nice surf. Surf in winter runs from 3 feet to triple overhead. Sea urchins along most of the shore line. Locals can be a hazard - respect the locals.
Wind & Conditions
NE · ENE · E
Best wind direction
Best wind December to September, trade winds, wind 12-25 knots. Blows East to West. Wind is about 50% even in season. Very fluky on the inside due to wind shadow. The windy season starts from December and tapers off in mid-April. Winds are somewhat inconsistent in the 10-25 knots range, blowing sideoffshore to sideonshore. The North Atlantic high generates the trade winds that blow during late spring and summer at a steady 12-18 knots.
Best Months
Water Conditions
Tide 1-2 feet variation, waves get big, from east to west swell. Reef brake and sharp corals. Very nice surf. Surf in winter runs from 3 feet to triple overhead. Sea urchins along most of the shore line. Locals can be a hazard - respect the locals.
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Facilities & Access
📍 Getting There
📍Medium walk to the beach
From San Juan drive westwards to Isabela. From Isabela further west to Jobos. Drive about 5 minutes further West and ask for Shacks. About 2hrs drive from San Juan. No parking close by, park at the main street before getting into the very narrow street, hard to turn around.
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