Surf's up, beach lovers! Get ready for some gnarly conditions in Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands this week.
Today's looking like a mixed bag with partly sunny skies and scattered showers. Most areas are facing moderate rip current risks, so surfers and swimmers need to stay alert. San Juan, Northeast, and North Central regions can expect waves around 4 feet with east winds hitting 10 to 15 miles per hour.
Things heat up on Monday with surf heights climbing to 5 feet in many spots. The eastern regions and Culebra will see some seriously exciting wave action. Mostly sunny conditions with scattered showers mean perfect opportunities for catching some epic rides.
By Tuesday, surfers will be stoked with consistent 4 to 5-foot swells across the islands. East winds will continue to pump up the waves, especially around Culebra and St. Croix, where winds will be blasting around 20 miles per hour.
Midweek brings slightly calmer conditions with waves settling around 4 feet. The weather remains mostly sunny with occasional showers keeping things interesting. Southwest and Ponce areas will see mellower surf around 3 feet.
As we roll into Thursday, conditions remain stable with 3 to 4-foot waves. Expect plenty of sunshine and light scattered showers. East winds will continue to provide a steady breeze.
Bottom line: Pack your sunscreen, stay hydrated, and always respect the ocean's power. Moderate rip current risks mean extra caution is key. Surf safe and enjoy the ride!