Playa El Tuque today
- Beach tomorrow 11:00 am–1:00 pm Fair beach day · 6/10
- Best time tomorrow 2:40–4:40 pm average day · 5/10
- Waves · water 2.1 ft · 86 °F slight · 5.1 s from the southeast
- Wind · air 7 mph · 81 °F from the ENE, gusts 12 · clear
- Sun 6:24 am–5:56 pm 11 h 32 min of daylight
- Moon 91% · 8:08 pm waning gibbous · rises at 8:08 pm
- Diving tomorrow 9:10 am–12:10 pm great day · 9/10
- Pressure 29.98 inHg rising · steady tomorrow
Today, Wednesday, October 28, in Playa El Tuque the sun rises at 6:24 am and sets at 5:56 pm: 11 h 32 min of daylight. The moon is 91% illuminated (waning gibbous) and rises at 8:08 pm. Major solunar periods run from 1:00 am to 3:00 am and from 1:32 pm to 3:32 pm. The next spring tides arrive from October 26 to 28. The sea is slight, with 2.1 ft waves. There's a light breeze from the east-northeast (7 mph). Clear, 81 °F.
Beach day in Playa El Tuque
Is it a beach day?
4 good hoursRip current risk tomorrow: low (NWS)
Rip currents can still form near jetties, piers and reefs: swim near a lifeguard.
- Mostly sunny
- Feels like 92 °F: hot
- Offshore breeze (5 mph)
- Calm for swimming: 2.4 ft waves
- UV 8 (high): SPF 50 sunscreen
- Water at 85 °F (very warm)
Thunderstorms during beach hours: get out of the water and off the sand as soon as you hear thunder.
Today, hour by hour
- Swimming Calm · 2.4 ft
2.4 ft waves: calm for swimming. Low rip current risk. Always follow the lifeguard's flags.
- Water 86 °F
Very warm: barely refreshing.
- Sun & sunscreen UV 8 · SPF 50
Max UV 8 (high): SPF 50 sunscreen, reapplied every 2 hours.
- Wind 6 mph
Offshore breeze (6 mph).
- Tide & sand
We don't show the tide for Playa El Tuque, so it doesn't count in the rating.
The best window, 7:00 am to 12:00 pm, brings sunshine, beach weather, little wind, a calm sea and water at 85 °F, though with rain.
We don't have data on jellyfish, sargassum or beach closures: ask the lifeguard or check with the local beach authority. How it works · The next 7 days
About Playa El TuqueThe beach
3.0 mi from Tallaboa. Tides, weather and sun in Tallaboa →
Amenities from OpenStreetMap: some may be missing or out of date. See on OpenStreetMap · Fix on OpenStreetMap
Beaches near Playa El Tuque
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- Playa Cayo Cardona 3.0 mi · E
- Playa Cayo Caribe 3.6 mi · W
- Playa Cayo Maria Langa 4.9 mi · W
- Playa Hilton Ponce 5.0 mi · E
- Parking
Water quality: check the official beach advisories for Puerto Rico (Department of Natural and Environmental Resources).
Named beaches within 6.2 mi, nearest first. Amenities from OpenStreetMap: some may be missing or out of date. View on OpenStreetMap · Add or fix on OpenStreetMap
Beaches and amenities: © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).
Webcams near Playa El Tuque
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Fishing in Playa El Tuque today
Best time to fish
Solunar activity today: medium- Major period 1:32–3:32 pm
- Steady pressure (29.94 inHg), light onshore wind (5 mph) and some swell (2.2 ft waves) to stir the water
- Waning gibbous: a bit more activity than at the quarters
Your day at a glance
The best window, 1:30 pm to 2:30 pm, combines a major period, a light onshore breeze and some swell. Also good from 1:00 am to 3:00 am, with a major period and some swell. Also good from 6:00 am to 6:50 am, with sunrise and some swell.
Species with the most records nearby: yellowtail snapper, lane snapper, great barracuda and gray snapper. What you can catch
We don't show the tide for Playa El Tuque, so it doesn't count in the rating. How it works · Next 7 days
Tides in Playa El Tuque
Tides in Playa El Tuque: not available yet
There is no tide station near Playa El Tuque, and we can't rely on the global tide model on this coast: for now we don't show its tide.
Meanwhile, see the tide in Magas Arriba · 6.8 mi
The sun, moon, solunar periods and spring tides on this page do apply to this place.
The sea at Playa El Tuque
Sea stateSea state: slight
The waves you may find
- Most commonMost common1.0 ft
- Significant2.1 ft
- Highest expectedHighest4.4 ft
One wave in seven is higher than the significant height, and about 3 times a day one reaches 4.4 ft. Before heading out, expect waves of up to 4.4 ft.
Wind on the coast and offshore
Cross-offshore wind. The coast faces south and the wind comes off the land at an angle: calmer water near the shore, and bait and boats drift out to sea.
Wave height, next 7 daysWaves, next 7 days
Waves stay much the same all week. The biggest waves arrive on Wednesday 28: 2.8 ft with a period of 5 s, from the southeast (slight).
Water temperature
Water temperature →Water temperature changes how fish behave: in very cold or very warm water they feed less. The water is steady these days, with no sudden changes.
Water warmer than normal for late October (+1.4 °F).
Satellite: NASA MUR (JPL MUR MEaSUREs, PO.DAAC), doi:10.5067/GHGMR-4FJ04. Sources and licenses
Water temperature →Forecast from Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0) with models from ECMWF, NOAA, Météo-France, DWD, Copernicus Marine and CAMS. Updated at 7:53 pm (local time).
Nearest buoy
This is a real measurement of the sea, not a forecast. Data from station 41121, courtesy of CDIP (Coastal Data Information Program, Scripps Institution of Oceanography), via the NOAA National Data Buoy Center.
Surf in Playa El Tuque today
Surf today
Poor- 1.5–2.3 ft surf at the shore, a fun size for most surfers
- 2.4 ft swell at 5 s from the southeast, short: weak, messy waves
- Light offshore wind (5 mph): it holds up and grooms the waves
Rip current risk tomorrow: low (NWS)
Rip currents can still form near jetties, piers and reefs: swim near a lifeguard.
Surf height from the NWS, tomorrow: 2.0 ft
- Light: First light 6:02 am · sunrise 6:24 am · sunset 5:56 pm · last light 6:19 pm
- Tide: We don’t have a reliable tide to show here.
- Water at 85.5 °F: boardshorts or a swimsuit and a rash guard.
- Energy: 22 kJ · Low power
Today’s surf at a glance
The best window, 6:02 am to 10:00 am, has light offshore wind, though with a short-period swell. 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm can also work, with light offshore wind, though with a short-period swell.
An estimate for this stretch of coast, not for a specific break: every beach or reef works its own way (its tide, bottom and angle). Check it when you get there.
Diving in Playa El Tuque today
Diving and snorkeling today
Likely visibility: fair- 2.2 ft swell at 5 s from the southeast: some surge on the bottom
- Light offshore wind (4 mph)
- 0.0 mph current toward the east, weak (model)
- Sun high: more light underwater
- Slack water today: none; the tide doesn't count here
- Likely visibility: fair. Swell (up to 3.4 ft at 5 s) and rain (0.84 in) over the last few days have stirred up the water. Based on the last 24 hours of data.
- Water at 85.5 °F: a shorty or a rash guard.
- Snorkeling: doable, with some waves or wind.
- Night dive: dark from 6:19 pm. Waning gibbous (91%), rising at 8:08 pm: a bright night.
Your diving day at a glance
The best window, 9:10 am to 12:10 pm, combines light wind, weak current and the sun high. Also good from 4:30 pm to 6:00 pm, with light wind and weak current.
We don't have a reliable tide for Playa El Tuque, so slack water doesn't count in the rating.
Never dive alone and check with the local dive shop: this rating is a guide, not a substitute for a professional.
Dive sites, wrecks and dive shops nearby
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Within 12 mi. Some may be missing or closed; marine reserves usually need a permit. Open the map on OpenStreetMap · Missing one? Add it to OpenStreetMap
Wreck and reef positions are approximate and not for navigation; a wreck’s depth runs from the top of the hull to the seabed.
Sites: © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL). US wrecks: NOAA electronic navigational charts (ENC), a U.S. Government work; not for navigation. Artificial reefs: NOAA and BOEM (MarineCadastre.gov), a U.S. Government work.
Weather in Playa El Tuque
Now in Playa El Tuque
- Low / high
- 75 / 85 °F
- Rain
- 0.43 in · 90%
- Clouds
- 14%
- Humidity
- 80%
- Dew pointDew point
- 74 °F
- Visibility
- 15 mi
- UV indexUV
- 0 · low
- Air qualityAir
- Good · 14
- Saharan dust
- No
Pressure and fishing
- ↗ RisingRising · now Anglers say fish bite less for a while
- → SteadySteady Anglers expect normal activity
- ↘ FallingFalling Anglers say fish feed more before the change
Rising now (+0.05 inHg in 3 hours). Over the next 48 hours: −0.05 inHg. Rising pressure: anglers say fish bite less for a while. Fast changes, either way, tend to affect fishing.
Today, hour by hourHour by hour
Bars: mean wind. Dashed line: gusts. Arrows point where the wind blows to.
| Time | 12:00 am | 3:00 am | 6:00 am | 9:00 am | 12:00 pm | 3:00 pm | 6:00 pm | 9:00 pm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sky | Showers | Light drizzle | Partly cloudy | Drizzle | Mainly clear | Light drizzle | Mainly clear | Clear |
| Temperature | 78° | 75° | 79° | 82° | 82° | 84° | 82° | 81° |
| Wind (mph) | 6 NE | 6 NE | 6 NE | 4 NE | 3 E | 5 ESE | 7 ENE | 7 ENE |
| Gusts | 12 | 15 | 12 | 13 | 13 | 13 | 12 | 13 |
| Waves | 2.8 ft | 2.6 ft | 2.4 ft | 2.3 ft | 2.2 ft | 2.2 ft | 2.1 ft | 2.1 ft |
| Rain | 0.10 in | 0.00 in | 0.00 in | 0.04 in | 0.00 in | 0.00 in | 0.00 in | 0.00 in |
- 9:00 pm 81° 7 ENE 2.1 ft
- 12:00 am 80° 8 ENE 2.2 ft
- 3:00 am 79° 8 ENE 2.2 ft
- 6:00 am 80° 9 ENE 2.4 ft
- 9:00 am 83° 8 E 2.4 ft
- 12:00 pm 85° 8 ESE 2.4 ft
- 3:00 pm 84° 9 ESE 2.2 ft
- 6:00 pm 83° 8 E 2.2 ft
Next 14 daysComing days
| Day | Sky | Low / high | Max wind | Max wave |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Today · 28 | 75 / 85 °F | 8 mph ENE | 2.8 ft | |
| Thu 29 | 79 / 85 °F | 9 mph E | 2.4 ft | |
| Fri 30 | 77 / 87 °F | 9 mph E | 2.6 ft | |
| Sat 31 | 76 / 83 °F | 9 mph E | 2.4 ft | |
| Sun 1 | 76 / 84 °F | 6 mph ENE | 2.2 ft | |
| Mon 2 | 76 / 83 °F | 9 mph E | 2.4 ft | |
| Tue 3 | 77 / 85 °F | 9 mph E | 2.2 ft | |
| Wed 4 | 76 / 80 °F | 8 mph ENE | 2.0 ft | |
| Thu 5 | 76 / 83 °F | 6 mph ENE | 1.6 ft | |
| Fri 6 | 77 / 85 °F | 6 mph E | 2.0 ft | |
| Sat 7 | 77 / 86 °F | 7 mph ENE | 2.6 ft | |
| Sun 8 | 78 / 84 °F | 7 mph ENE | 2.9 ft | |
| Mon 9 | 78 / 83 °F | 8 mph ENE | 2.7 ft | |
| Tue 10 | 77 / 83 °F | 7 mph ENE | 2.1 ft |
- Thu 29 Light drizzle 79° / 85° 2.4 ft
- Fri 30 Partly cloudy 77° / 87° 2.6 ft
- Sat 31 Light showers 76° / 83° 2.4 ft
- Sun 1 Drizzle 76° / 84° 2.2 ft
- Mon 2 Drizzle 76° / 83° 2.4 ft
- Tue 3 Drizzle 77° / 85° 2.2 ft
- Wed 4 Heavy drizzle 76° / 80° 2.0 ft
Each day comes from the best model covering this spot: regional ones first (HRRR and NBM in the U.S., AROME, ICON-EU), then ECMWF; day 16, NOAA GFS. Waves: Météo-France up to day 10, then ECMWF WAM, coarser and further offshore.
- The models Partly agree · medium confidence: unsure about rain today. See the models →
- Outlook Next few weeks, compared with normal: a bit warmer, normal rain and a slightly warmer sea. See the outlook →
- Normal Today, cooler than normal for late October (−5.0 °F; normal high: 90 °F). Climate by month →
Forecast from Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0) with models from ECMWF, NOAA, Météo-France, DWD, Copernicus Marine and CAMS. Updated at 7:53 pm (local time).
The sun in Playa El Tuque
Sunrise and sunset
- First light 5:36 am
- Full dark 6:44 pm
- Civil dawn 6:02 am
- Civil dusk 6:19 pm
- Solar noon 12:10 pm (59° high)
- Daylight 11 h 32 min (−1 min)
- Evening golden hour 5:27 pm
- Full dark 6:44 pm
Golden hour and the day-night map
Today the sun is 92,355,336 mi away and looks 32′ 11″ across.
The moon in Playa El Tuque
Moon phase and position
Today the moon is 226,429 mi away and looks 32′ 47″ across.
Solunar periods
Today's activity: medium- 1:00–3:00 am Major · the moon passes overhead · high activity
- 1:32–3:32 pm Major · the moon passes underfoot · high activity
- 8:24–9:24 am Minor · moonset · medium activity
- 7:38–8:38 pm Minor · moonrise · medium activity
According to solunar theory, fish feed more when the moon passes overhead or underfoot (major periods, about 2 h) and when it rises or sets (minor periods, 1 h). It works best around new and full moon.
Upcoming moon phases
2026 moon calendar →- Last quarter Sun, Nov 1 · 4:29 pmNov 1 in 4 days
- New moon Mon, Nov 9 · 3:03 amNov 9 in 12 days
- First quarter Tue, Nov 17 · 7:48 amNov 17 in 20 days
- Full moon Tue, Nov 24 · 10:54 amNov 24 in 27 days
Perigee on October 28, 226,426 mi away, coinciding with the spring tides from October 26 to 28: they will be stronger than usual.
Where to fish in Playa El Tuque
Piers, ramps and tackle shops nearby
Map: OpenFreeMap · © OpenMapTiles · © OpenStreetMap contributors
- Pescadería Santo Cristo de la Salud,Tallaboa Encarnación, Peñuelas 2.6 mi
- pescaderia villa pesquera ponce 3.6 mi
- Sal Y Pesca 6.5 mi
Within 9.3 mi. A spot may be missing or closed. Open the map on OpenStreetMap · Missing one? Add it to OpenStreetMap
Spots: © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL) and Overture Maps.
Water depth
Shallow, gradualShallow, gradual bottom: you need to go 1.7 mi out for 33 ft of water. It reaches 164 ft at 1.8 mi.
From the shoreline out to sea, heading south.
How far from shore
- 16 ft deep0.65 mi
- 33 ft deep1.7 mi
- 66 ft deep1.7 mi
- 164 ft deep1.8 mi
For fishing, swimming and diving
- Shore fishing. Shallow, gradual bottom (16 ft at 0.65 mi): cast far from the beach and fish the high tide, when there is more water close in.
- Swimming. A very gentle way in with plenty of shallow water, good for kids. At low tide the water can be far out.
- Diving. Shallow near shore: you only reach 33 ft at 1.7 mi. For dives deeper than 33 ft, go by boat.
Source: NOAA U.S. Coastal Relief Model (public domain), cells of about 300 ft; depth below mean sea level. For reference only: not for navigation or anchoring.
Nearest lighthouse
Cardona Island Light 3.0 mi east
- Light
- A white flash every 4 s · Fl W 4s
- Range
- 8 nautical miles (9.2 mi)
- Light height
- 46 ft above sea level
- Tower height
- 36 ft
- Built
- 1889
Light details: NGA List of Lights (USA); the rest from Wikidata. For reference only: not for navigation. Wikipedia · Wikidata · Sources and licenses
Tides near Playa El TuqueTides nearby
- Tallaboa3.0 mi
- Ponce4.4 mi
- Magas Arriba6.8 mi
- Guayanilla8.2 mi
- Indios9.4 mi
- Potala Pastillo12 mi
- María Antonia14 mi
- Guánica15 mi
- Fuig16 mi
- Playita Cortada16 mi
Playa El Tuque at a glance
Questions about Playa El TuqueQuestions
Where is Playa El Tuque?
3.0 mi from Tallaboa, in Ponce (Puerto Rico). The shore faces south.
What amenities does Playa El Tuque have?
OpenStreetMap doesn't list its amenities. Check the town's website or ask at the beach.
How clean is the water at Playa El Tuque?
There's no open yearly bathing water rating in the US. Each state and territory monitors its beaches and posts an advisory when swimming isn't safe: check the official beach advisories for Puerto Rico (Department of Natural and Environmental Resources).
What time is sunset today in Playa El Tuque?
At 5:56 pm. There is light until the end of civil twilight, at 6:19 pm.
What time is sunrise tomorrow in Playa El Tuque?
At 6:25 am. First light comes at 5:37 am.
What phase is the moon today?
Waning gibbous, 91% illuminated. New moon on Mon, Nov 9 · 3:03 am.
When are the next spring tides?
From October 26 to 28, together with the lunar perigee: they will be stronger than usual.
What are today's solunar periods?
Major 1:00–3:00 am, Minor 8:24–9:24 am, Major 1:32–3:32 pm, Minor 7:38–8:38 pm. Today's activity is medium.
What's the weather like today in Playa El Tuque?
Showers, from 75 °F to 85 °F, with a light breeze from the east-northeast (7 mph) and a 90% chance of rain.
How is the sea today in Playa El Tuque?
Slight (Douglas 3): 2.1 ft waves with a period of 5.1 s from the southeast. The water is 85.6 °F.
When is the best time to visit Playa El Tuque?
The best time to visit Playa El Tuque is from January to March: highs of 86 °F to 87 °F, about 6 rainy days a month and 7 hours of sunshine a day.
Can I use this data for navigation?
No. These are predictions for fishing and leisure; for navigation, use the official publications.
Where this data comes from
Sun and moon: our own calculation with astronomy-engine. Places: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0). Coastline: © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).