Middles
Middles is Puerto Rico's most challenging wave—a fast, powerful reef break that delivers Hawaiian-style barrels on the north coast. The wave breaks hard and fast over shallow reef, demanding commitment and experience. When overhead swells arrive, it's a serious proving ground that separates the locals from the visitors.
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Spot Details
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- Optimal direction
- N (350°)
- Direction range
- 320° - 20°
- Size range
- 1.2m - 3m
- Ideal size
- 2.5m
- Height multiplier
- 0.97×
- Ideal period
- 14s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- S (180°)
- Offshore range
- 150° - 210°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- mid
- Optimal range
- 0.6m - 1.5m
Water temp
27°C
Wetsuit
Boardshorts / Rashguard
Difficulty
8/10
Crowd level
5/10
👥 Summer Break (Jun 15 – Aug 25) — expect extra crowds
Access: Isabela. North coast.
Frequently Asked Questions
What tide is best at Middles?
Middles works best on a mid tide, ideally between 0.6m and 1.5m on the local tide chart. The tide chart above shows today’s strike window.
What wind direction is offshore at Middles?
Offshore wind at Middles blows from the S (180°). Anything in the 150° to 210° range grooms the faces; outside it, expect chop or bumpy conditions.
What swell size and direction work best at Middles?
Middles wants N swell (320° to 20°) between 1.2m and 3m, with a period of 14s or more for quality waves.
When is the best time of year to surf Middles?
The main season at Middles is Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar. A secondary window runs Oct. Winter swells. Challenging, fast, barreling.
How do I get to Middles?
Fly into SJU, then allow about 110 minutes by road. Isabela. North coast.
What kind of wave is Middles?
Middles is a reef break, a peak with lefts and rights. Difficulty is rated 8/10.
Best Season
Peak: Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
Secondary: Oct
Winter swells. Challenging, fast, barreling.
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