Beach Weather in Playa Blanca, Guanacaste Region, Costa Rica

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Beach Weather Today in Playa Blanca

Today the maximum temperature will be 28° which is very warm and perfect for sunbathing. Today the water temperature will be 26° which is very warm and ideal for relaxing and swimming for the whole day.

Today will have 0.1mm of very light rain. Expect some sunshine and occasionally cloudy periods with an average cloud cover of 52%.

The winds will be cross-off shore and light at 14kmh from the East-Northeast. The light winds will keep the temperatures feeling fresher.

Playa Blanca faces Southwest and the sunset will be visible over the ocean to the West at 05:24 PM. Unfortunately there are chances that 70% cloud cover may make the sunset not viewable.

For Beach Weather for the next next 7 days, wind and wave conditions and tide and the next 14 days weather use the tabs below.

Beach Weather This Weekend in Playa Blanca

This weekend the average maximum daily temperatures will be 28° which is very warm and perfect for sunbathing. The average water temperature will be 27° which is very warm and ideal for relaxing and swimming for the whole day.

There will be no rainy days at all this weekend. Expect plentiful sunshine and mostly clear blue skies with an average cloud cover of 20%.

PLAYA BLANCA - BEACH WEATHER FORECAST

Wed 17th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
22° 21° 21° 25° 28° 29° 24° 23°
32% 56% 47% 46% 67% 46% 70% 52%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.0mm
26°
26°
26°
26°
26°
26°
26°
26°
Thu 18th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
22° 20° 20° 25° 28° 28° 23° 22°
32% 18% 27% 29% 72% 71% 77% 10%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.9mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
28°
28°
28°
28°
28°
28°
28°
28°
Fri 19th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
22° 20° 20° 26° 30° 30° 25° 23°
15% 11% 4% 0% 0% 0% 3% 7%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
28°
28°
28°
28°
28°
28°
28°
28°
Sat 20th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
22° 21° 21° 27° 30° 30° 25° 23°
22% 19% 15% 14% 27% 86% 11% 7%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
26°
26°
26°
26°
26°
26°
26°
26°
Sun 21st December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
22° 21° 20° 26° 29° 29° 25° 23°
8% 4% 4% 8% 16% 78% 9% 4%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
28°
28°
28°
28°
28°
28°
28°
28°
Mon 22nd December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
22° 21° 20° 26° 30° 29° 24° 23°
8% 8% 12% 9% 16% 13% 7% 9%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
26°
26°
26°
26°
26°
26°
26°
26°
Tue 23rd December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
22° 21° 21° 26° 26° 28° 24° 23°
11% 13% 20% 32% 78% 72% 21% 15%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
28°
28°
28°
28°
28°
28°
28°
28°
Wed 17th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
14
kmh
10
kmh
11
kmh
12
kmh
2
kmh
5
kmh
10
kmh
9
kmh
0.5m
0.5m
0.5m
0.4m
0.5m
0.5m
0.5m
0.5m
14.7s 14.6s 14.5s 14.5s 14.5s 14.4s 13.9s 13.7s
Thu 18th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
5
kmh
6
kmh
5
kmh
5
kmh
10
kmh
16
kmh
11
kmh
6
kmh
0.4m
0.4m
0.4m
0.4m
0.5m
0.7m
0.5m
0.4m
13.6s 13.6s 13.5s 13.5s 13.4s 13.2s 12.9s 5.7s
Fri 19th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
1
kmh
4
kmh
9
kmh
10
kmh
7
kmh
9
kmh
22
kmh
17
kmh
0.4m
0.5m
0.5m
0.4m
0.4m
0.6m
1.0m
0.7m
12.7s 12.7s 6.1s 6.1s 6.1s 6.1s 6.0s 12.2s
Sat 20th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
18
kmh
14
kmh
14
kmh
17
kmh
15
kmh
14
kmh
23
kmh
23
kmh
0.6m
0.6m
0.8m
0.9m
0.8m
0.6m
1.0m
1.0m
12.1s 12.1s 12.1s 12.1s 12.1s 12.3s 12.3s 12.1s
Sun 21st December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
17
kmh
13
kmh
13
kmh
17
kmh
12
kmh
16
kmh
21
kmh
20
kmh
0.8m
0.4m
0.5m
0.5m
0.2m
0.4m
1.0m
0.9m
11.9s 11.7s 11.7s 11.6s 11.6s 11.6s 11.4s 11.1s
Mon 22nd December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
20
kmh
16
kmh
18
kmh
21
kmh
23
kmh
22
kmh
24
kmh
21
kmh
1.0m
0.9m
0.9m
1.0m
1.1m
0.9m
1.0m
1.1m
10.9s 10.9s 10.6s 10.5s 10.6s 10.4s 10.3s 10.2s
Tue 23rd December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
17
kmh
17
kmh
19
kmh
24
kmh
26
kmh
23
kmh
22
kmh
15
kmh
0.7m
0.6m
0.7m
0.8m
0.8m
0.9m
1.0m
0.6m
10.3s 10.2s 13.5s 12.1s 13.5s 12.7s 13.4s 14.3s
Wed 17th December
12:35 AM 7:03 AM 1:13 PM 7:06 PM
2.34 0.53 2.09 0.71
Thu 18th December
1:20 AM 7:45 AM 1:56 PM 7:49 PM
2.38 0.45 2.15 0.66
Fri 19th December
2:01 AM 8:25 AM 2:37 PM 8:30 PM
2.43 0.38 2.21 0.61
Sat 20th December
2:41 AM 9:04 AM 3:16 PM 9:09 PM
2.47 0.32 2.27 0.58
Sun 21st December
3:19 AM 9:41 AM 3:54 PM 9:48 PM
2.50 0.28 2.32 0.56
Mon 22nd December
3:56 AM 10:17 AM 4:32 PM 10:27 PM
2.51 0.27 2.35 0.55
Tue 23rd December
4:33 AM 10:52 AM 5:10 PM 11:06 PM
2.48 0.28 2.38 0.56
Wed 17th December
29°
0.1mm
4kmh ENE
52%
Thu 18th December
28°
0.9mm
4kmh NE
42%
Fri 19th December
30°
0.0mm
11kmh NE
5%
Sat 20th December
30°
0.0mm
14kmh ENE
25%
Sun 21st December
29°
0.0mm
8kmh ENE
16%
Mon 22nd December
30°
0.0mm
15kmh ENE
10%
Tue 23rd December
28°
0.0mm
10kmh NE
32%
Wed 24th December
30°
0.0mm
13kmh NE
28%
Thu 25th December
30°
0.0mm
11kmh NE
25%
Fri 26th December
29°
0.0mm
9kmh NE
26%
Sat 27th December
29°
0.1mm
6kmh ENE
41%
Sun 28th December
30°
0.0mm
9kmh E
35%
Mon 29th December
30°
0.1mm
12kmh ENE
33%
Tue 30th December
29°
0.0mm
17kmh NE
38%

In the next 14 days average maximum daily temperatures will be 29° which is very warm and perfect for sunbathing. The average water temperature will be 27° which is very warm and ideal for relaxing and swimming for the whole day. There will be 4 days of very light rain with an average of 0.3mm rain on those days. Average cloud cover will be 29%.

If you are sailing, windsurfing, fishing, surfing etc. in Playa Blanca don't forget to check the tide and wind and wave conditions

Taking a Holiday at Playa Blanca, Guanacaste Region, Costa Rica

Taking a holiday at Playa Blanca in the Guanacaste Region of Costa Rica is a dream come true for beach aficionados, nature enthusiasts, and adventure seekers alike. Located on the Pacific coast, this picturesque beach offers an idyllic setting to relax and unwind, while also providing plenty of opportunities for outdoor activities and exploring the natural beauty of the region.

Beach Type

Playa Blanca is known for its powdery white sand that stretches along the shoreline, creating a stunning contrast against the crystal-clear turquoise waters. The beach is surrounded by lush greenery and features some rocky areas that are perfect for snorkeling and diving. The presence of rocks and nearby reefs attract a variety of colorful fish and marine life, making it an ideal spot for underwater exploration.

Beach Activities

Some of the most popular beach activities at Playa Blanca include:

  1. Swimming: With its calm waters and gentle waves, Playa Blanca is perfect for swimming and enjoying the refreshing ocean.

  2. Snorkeling: The rocky areas along the beach provide excellent snorkeling opportunities to observe vibrant marine life up close.

  3. Diving: Playa Blanca's underwater world can be explored through diving excursions, where you can discover coral reefs teeming with fish.

  4. Sunbathing: The soft white sand makes it an ideal place to lay out your towel or beach chair to soak up some sun.

  5. Beach walks: Take a leisurely stroll along the shoreline while admiring the beautiful scenery around you.

Accommodations

While there are no large-scale resorts directly on Playa Blanca, there are several accommodation options nearby that cater to different budgets and preferences:

  1. Casa Conde Beach Front Hotel: This four-star hotel offers comfortable rooms, an outdoor pool, spa services, and easy access to Playa Panama – another beautiful beach in the area.

  2. Secrets Papagayo Costa Rica: An adults-only, all-inclusive resort located a short drive from Playa Blanca, featuring luxurious accommodations, multiple dining options, and various activities.

Areas to Stay In

Two popular areas to stay in near Playa Blanca are:

  1. Playas del Coco: A bustling beach town with an array of restaurants, bars, shops, and accommodations to suit different budgets. It is located about 20 minutes away from Playa Blanca by car.

  2. Playa Hermosa: A peaceful and more laid-back beach town offering a range of accommodation options from budget-friendly hotels to upscale resorts. It is situated approximately 15 minutes away from Playa Blanca by car.

Beach Amenities

Playa Blanca offers visitors several amenities for a comfortable and enjoyable beach experience:

  • Public restrooms
  • Showers
  • Beach chair rentals
  • Nearby restaurants and cafes
  • Parking facilities

Whether you're looking for relaxation, adventure, or simply an unforgettable beach experience, Playa Blanca in Costa Rica's Guanacaste Region has something for everyone.

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