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Conditions today

North coast
Likely choppy
East coast
Likely choppy
South coast
Likely smooth
West coast
Likely smooth
  • 78°F scattered showers and thunderstorms
  • 13 mph WSW
  • 3.3 ft N
  • Low tide 11:42 pm
  • Rip current risk Low
  • Rain 1.88 in expected, next 48 hours

Heavy rain expected. Runoff can cloud the water and make some roads and beach access worse. See the “After rain” notes on each beach page.

Offshore wind: the water near shore can look flat, but that wind can push floats, kayaks, paddleboards and tired swimmers away from the beach.

Sources and times
  • Weather and wind: National Weather Service, 10:00 pm
  • Waves: Waves about 3.3 ft from the north (NOAA buoy 41056, 8:10 pm)
  • Tides: NOAA tide predictions, Esperanza. Next high 8:09 am (0.9 ft). Next low 11:42 pm (0.2 ft)
  • Rip current risk: National Weather Service surf zone forecast, issued 4:51 pm. Surf height around 3 feet (full bulletin)
  • Rain: National Weather Service forecast, 9:40 pm. A forecast, not a measurement of rain that has fallen.

Descriptions of the water, not a safety rating. Conditions change quickly, so judge the water yourself before you go in.

Newest reading 10:00 pm

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5 beaches

Esperanza Beach

Beaches

A lively village beach beside Esperanza’s Malecón, with offshore cay views, swimming on calm days, and restaurants just steps away.

Media Luna Beach

Beaches

A small crescent of sand surrounds Media Luna’s protected water, creating a lovely place for children to splash while adults settle into an unhurried beach day.

Navio Beach

Beaches

Sea caves and rolling waves give Navío its character, making it a favorite for visitors who enjoy a more adventurous-looking stretch of coast.

High Clearance

Recent updates

The Bio-bay is now bright again!

Many establishments are closed or have limited hours for off-season

Thanksgiving is typically the start of the Vieques tourism season.

Sun Bay Beach

Beaches

Sun Bay’s long stretch of sand and swaying palms make it a favorite for an easygoing beach day close to Esperanza.