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 30° which is very warm and perfect for sunbathing. Today the water temperature will be 28° which is very warm and ideal for relaxing and swimming for the whole day.

Today will be dry with no rain showers. Expect plentiful sunshine and mostly clear blue skies with an average cloud cover of 10%.

The winds will be cross-off shore and light at 13kmh 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 05:35 PM. The skies should be fairly clear at that time, ideal for a sunset.

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 30° which is very warm and perfect for sunbathing. The average water temperature will be 26° 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 7th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
22° 20° 19° 27° 31° 31° 25° 23°
5% 5% 3% 0% 0% 31% 31% 12%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
28°
28°
28°
28°
28°
28°
28°
28°
Thu 8th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
22° 20° 20° 26° 31° 30° 25° 23°
5% 5% 5% 3% 8% 87% 76% 5%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.0mm
28°
28°
28°
28°
28°
28°
28°
28°
Fri 9th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
21° 20° 20° 27° 31° 31° 26° 24°
4% 3% 9% 6% 13% 46% 85% 3%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
26°
26°
26°
26°
26°
26°
26°
26°
Sat 10th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
21° 21° 20° 27° 32° 31° 27° 24°
4% 7% 12% 5% 35% 44% 80% 19%
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 11th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
23° 22° 21° 27° 31° 31° 26° 24°
21% 14% 5% 11% 11% 35% 16% 4%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
26°
26°
26°
26°
26°
26°
26°
26°
Mon 12th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
22° 20° 21° 26° 29° 29° 24° 24°
4% 11% 6% 27% 16% 28% 30% 22%
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 13th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
23° 22° 21° 27° 30° 30° 25° 24°
22% 20% 20% 11% 20% 44% 44% 13%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
26°
26°
26°
26°
26°
26°
26°
26°
Wed 7th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
12
kmh
10
kmh
12
kmh
13
kmh
5
kmh
4
kmh
6
kmh
6
kmh
0.4m
0.5m
0.4m
0.4m
0.6m
0.4m
0.4m
0.4m
12.6s 12.5s 12.2s 12.0s 11.9s 11.8s 11.7s 11.9s
Thu 8th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
8
kmh
9
kmh
10
kmh
10
kmh
8
kmh
10
kmh
12
kmh
6
kmh
0.5m
0.5m
0.5m
0.4m
0.6m
0.6m
0.6m
0.6m
11.8s 11.8s 6.0s 5.9s 5.9s 13.4s 13.4s 13.3s
Fri 9th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
6
kmh
10
kmh
11
kmh
12
kmh
9
kmh
18
kmh
7
kmh
14
kmh
0.5m
0.5m
0.6m
0.5m
0.5m
0.7m
0.5m
0.6m
13.1s 12.8s 12.7s 12.6s 12.6s 12.6s 12.5s 12.2s
Sat 10th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
13
kmh
11
kmh
11
kmh
12
kmh
10
kmh
15
kmh
18
kmh
21
kmh
0.5m
0.5m
0.4m
0.4m
0.6m
0.4m
0.9m
1.0m
12.1s 12.0s 11.8s 11.8s 12.1s 12.6s 12.6s 12.5s
Sun 11th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
22
kmh
19
kmh
21
kmh
21
kmh
27
kmh
25
kmh
24
kmh
26
kmh
1.0m
1.0m
1.1m
0.8m
1.1m
1.2m
1.2m
1.3m
12.5s 12.4s 12.3s 12.2s 12.1s 11.9s 11.8s 11.7s
Mon 12th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
24
kmh
27
kmh
26
kmh
26
kmh
28
kmh
28
kmh
24
kmh
25
kmh
1.1m
1.2m
1.3m
1.2m
1.3m
1.2m
1.1m
0.7m
11.7s 11.7s 11.7s 11.6s 11.4s 11.2s 11.1s 12.3s
Tue 13th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
24
kmh
22
kmh
21
kmh
20
kmh
19
kmh
22
kmh
18
kmh
16
kmh
0.8m
0.9m
1.1m
0.7m
0.8m
1.1m
1.2m
0.9m
10.7s 11.0s 10.9s 11.5s 10.3s 10.0s 9.8s 9.7s
Wed 7th January
5:20 AM 11:34 AM 5:53 PM
2.70 0.05 2.73
Thu 8th January
12:02 AM 6:09 AM 12:19 PM 6:40 PM
0.28 2.56 0.19 2.65
Fri 9th January
12:51 AM 6:58 AM 1:04 PM 7:28 PM
0.39 2.40 0.36 2.55
Sat 10th January
1:41 AM 7:49 AM 1:50 PM 8:17 PM
0.51 2.24 0.53 2.43
Sun 11th January
2:35 AM 8:43 AM 2:40 PM 9:08 PM
0.63 2.09 0.69 2.32
Mon 12th January
3:34 AM 9:40 AM 3:36 PM 10:02 PM
0.71 1.97 0.81 2.23
Tue 13th January
4:35 AM 10:40 AM 4:37 PM 10:58 PM
0.74 1.90 0.88 2.19
Wed 7th January
31°
0.0mm
12kmh ENE
10%
Thu 8th January
31°
0.1mm
6kmh E
24%
Fri 9th January
32°
0.0mm
12kmh ENE
21%
Sat 10th January
32°
0.0mm
11kmh ENE
25%
Sun 11th January
31°
0.0mm
21kmh NE
14%
Mon 12th January
29°
0.0mm
25kmh NE
18%
Tue 13th January
30°
0.0mm
13kmh ENE
24%
Wed 14th January
31°
0.0mm
7kmh ENE
26%
Thu 15th January
32°
0.0mm
14kmh ENE
16%
Fri 16th January
29°
0.0mm
32kmh NE
25%
Sat 17th January
27°
0.0mm
32kmh NE
52%
Sun 18th January
28°
0.0mm
33kmh NE
15%
Mon 19th January
31°
0.0mm
28kmh NE
19%
Tue 20th January
32°
0.0mm
21kmh ENE
14%

In the next 14 days average maximum daily temperatures will be 30° 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. Average cloud cover will be 22%.

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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