
Surf Forecasts:
Domes (Rincon) surf forecast from 9 Aug 2026:
- Best quality surf: Thursday 13 Aug, 8PM (local time) - 4.5ft (1.4m), 8s period, NE swell with cross-offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Saturday 15 Aug, 5PM (local time) - 8ft (2.5m), 6s period, NE swell with 496 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Thursday 13 Aug, 5PM (local time) - 4.5ft (1.3m), 7s period with NE swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Domes (Rincon) this week:
The surf forecast for Domes (Rincon) over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Thursday (Aug 13) at 5PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.3m and 7s period. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Domes (Rincon) in the next 16 days are 2.5m 6s and forecast to arrive on Saturday (Aug 15) at 5PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-shore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 2.0m 6s period and expected on Saturday (Aug 15) at 2PM.
| Wave Type | Time (AST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 5PM (Thu 13th Aug) | 4.5ft (1.3m) 7s |
| Best Surf | 8PM (Thu 13th Aug) | 4.5ft (1.4m) 8s |
| Most Powerful | 5PM (Sat 15th Aug) | 8ft (2.5m) 6s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Domes (Rincon) over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright, let’s talk about what’s cooking at Domes (Rincon). This is a classic point break, exposed to the swell and it’s a consistent spot that handles a good variety of conditions.
Right now, we’re in a bit of a flat spell. The water temperature is sitting at 85°, which is about average for this time of year.
Starting off, Sunday the 9th is a write-off. We’ve got a risk of thunderstorms, a fresh cross-offshore breeze at 19 mph, and only 3ft of weak, short-period swell pushing through. The wave energy is really low (55), so don’t bother paddling out.
Monday the 10th and Tuesday the 11th are much the same story. Tiny waves, all under 3ft, with weak period and hardly any energy in the water (22 to 50). The winds are light or gentle, but the surf just isn’t there.
Wednesday the 12th and Thursday the 13th mornings offer some glassy conditions with zero wind – that’s a big positive for clean water – but the swell remains tiny (1ft to 2ft). The energy readings are still low (21 to 40). It’s flat.
Now, things get a little interesting on Thursday afternoon, the 13th of August. The swell bumps up to 4ft from the NE, with a period of 7 seconds. The energy jumps to 198 (moderate). The winds are light and cross-offshore, so the surface should be clean. The notes say it’s “surfable but very ordinary”. It’s not a standout, but it’s the first sign of life.
Friday the 14th morning is similar: 4ft from the ENE, 8-second period, clean conditions with light cross-off winds, and energy at 164. Again, it’s rideable but nothing to write home about.
But hold up – Friday afternoon takes a turn. Swell jumps to 8ft from the ENE, but the period drops to a poor 6 seconds. The energy is strong (476), but that short period will make it lumpy and disorganised. On top of that, a fresh breeze (19 mph) will chop it up. This is not a paddle surfer’s friend – it’s more of a kite-surfing setup.
Saturday the 15th is a mess. 8ft from the NE, 6-second period, strong energy (509), but a fresh breeze (22 mph) and cross-shore winds are going to make it ugly. Again, not for the paddle crew.
From Sunday the 16th all the way through to Monday the 24th, we are looking at a long, drawn-out period of small surf. Wave heights hover between 1ft and 4ft, mostly in the 1ft to 2ft range. Periods are short (4 to 6 seconds), and energy levels are weak, often dropping below 100. Winds vary from glassy to fresh, but the bottom line is there’s no real swell to work with.
There are no standout days in this forecast window. The best of a bad bunch would be Thursday afternoon the 13th and Friday morning the 14th – clean conditions, waist-high waves, and enough energy for a longboard. But that’s it. For a consistent spot like Domes, this run of poor surf is a bit of a drag, but it happens. Forecasts can change, and we know this spot can fire when the direction lines up.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastModerate rain (total 16mm), heaviest on Tue afternoon. Warm (max 30°C on Sun afternoon, min 26°C on Sun night). Winds decreasing (fresh winds from the ENE on Sun night, calm by Wed morning). | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryLight rain (total 2mm), mostly falling on Wed afternoon. Warm (max 31°C on Fri afternoon, min 26°C on Wed night). Winds increasing (calm on Wed afternoon, fresh winds from the ENE by Fri night). | |||||||||||||||||||
Sun 9 | Monday 10 | Tuesday 11 | Wednesday 12 | Thursday 13 | Friday 14 | Saturday 15 | ||||||||||||||
PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | |
Swell Height Map | ||||||||||||||||||||
Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NNE 6 | NE 6 | NE 6 | NE 6 | NE 9 | NE 4 | NE 5 | NE 6 | NE 6 | NE 6 | NE 6 | NE 6 | NE 7 | NE 7 | ENE 8 | ENE 6 | ENE 7 | ENE 7 | NE 6 | NE 6 |
Wave Graph | ||||||||||||||||||||
55 | 58 | 39 | 0 | 12 | 19 | 34 | 16 | 11 | 36 | 16 | 34 | 194 | 69 | 150 | 470 | 131 | 154 | 496 | 82 | |
Wind (km/h) | ||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-off | cross-off | cross | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross | off | glassy | glassy | cross-off | glassy | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross | cross-off |
High Tide | 6:21PM0.58m | 5:32AM0.30m | 7:17PM0.60m | 6:42AM0.33m | 8:08PM0.61m | 7:47AM0.37m | 8:56PM0.60m | 8:48AM0.41m | 9:40PM0.57m | 9:47AM0.45m | 10:22PM0.53m | 10:43AM0.48m | 11:01PM0.48m | |||||||
Low Tide | 1:12AM0.19m | 11:50AM-0.01m | 1:59AM0.18m | 12:53PM-0.00m | 2:41AM0.16m | 1:54PM0.01m | 3:21AM0.15m | 2:53PM0.04m | 3:59AM0.13m | 3:51PM0.07m | 4:36AM0.11m | 4:48PM0.11m | ||||||||
— | — | 6:09 | — | — | 6:09 | — | — | 6:09 | — | — | 6:09 | — | — | 6:09 | — | — | 6:09 | — | — | |
6:59 | — | — | 6:59 | — | — | 6:58 | — | — | 6:58 | — | — | 6:57 | — | — | 6:55 | — | — | 6:55 | — | |
mm | 3 | — | — | — | — | — | 7 | 6 | — | 2 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 30 | 28 | 29 | 30 | 29 | 29 | 29 | 28 | 29 | 29 | 29 | 29 | 30 | 29 | 29 | 31 | 27 | 30 | 30 | 28 |
Feels °C | 30 | 27 | 32 | 32 | 31 | 33 | 33 | 30 | 33 | 32 | 32 | 33 | 33 | 31 | 31 | 31 | 25 | 30 | 32 | 26 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NNE 6 | NE 9 | NE 8 | — | NE 9 | S 5 | NE 8 | NE 6 | NE 6 | S 5 | NE 6 | NE 6 | S 5 | S 5 | S 10 | S 10 | S 10 | NNE 12 | S 10 | NE 11 |
55 | 12 | 11 | — | 12 | 2 | 11 | 16 | 11 | 2 | 16 | 34 | 4 | 4 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 28 | 8 | 31 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SE 4 | S 4 | — | S 9 | S 5 | SSE 6 | S 5 | NE 8 | NE 8 | NNE 8 | S 5 | NNE 8 | S 9 | S 9 | NNE 12 | S 6 | S 5 | S 10 | NNE 11 | S 5 |
4 | 1 | — | 2 | 2 | 6 | 2 | 9 | 10 | 7 | 2 | 6 | 1 | 7 | 14 | 1 | 2 | 8 | 13 | 2 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | S 8 | NE 8 | S 9 | SE 8 | S 9 | NE 8 | NE 8 | S 5 | S 5 | — | NNE 8 | S 5 | N 14 | NE 13 | S 5 | NE 12 | NNE 13 | S 6 | — | S 10 |
1 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 2 | — | 7 | 2 | 4 | 6 | 2 | 6 | 17 | 1 | — | 2 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NE 6 | NE 6 | NE 6 | NE 6 | NE 4 | NE 4 | NE 5 | — | — | NE 6 | — | — | NE 7 | NE 7 | ENE 8 | ENE 6 | ENE 7 | ENE 7 | NE 6 | NE 6 |
249 | 58 | 39 | 101 | 20 | 19 | 34 | — | — | 36 | — | — | 194 | 69 | 150 | 470 | 131 | 154 | 496 | 82 | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | ||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 863 | 58 | 645 | 475 | 58 | 863 | 304 | 27 | 20 | 863 | 142 | 20 | 0 | 281 | 0 | 863 | 281 | 557 | 865 | 246 |
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The above surf forecast table for Domes (Rincon) provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Domes (Rincon) can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Domes (Rincon) surf forecast is unique since it includes wave energy (power) that defines the real feel of the surf rather than just the height or the period. If you surf the same spot (Domes (Rincon)) regularly then make a mental note of the wave energy from the surf forecast table each time you go. Very soon you may start to choose your surf days based on the wave energy alone combined with our forecast of favourable offshore wind conditions. Our star ratings will help here and of course you will also find the usual wave height and period predictions on our surf forecasts as well as a full break down of the swell components under our advanced users option (to reveal that, click the little Einstein character under the tide times).
Further information to help with frequently asked questions about our surf forecast for Domes (Rincon) may be found under the help tab on the top menu and also by moving your mouse over the question marks on the surf forecast table itself. Please always bear in mind that the forecast is for near-shore open water and local factors at each surf break influence the actual breaking wave height, such as the beach / reef profile, water depths offshore and shelter.
Domes is 18 km (11 miles) from the city of Aguadilla. If you plan a holiday in Puerto Rico, look for hotels and other accommodation in Aguadilla. Aguadilla has rooms for a wide range of budgets as well as car hire and transport links.











