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 11.3mm of rain. Expect some sunshine and occasionally cloudy periods with an average cloud cover of 59%.

The winds will be cross-off shore and light at 12kmh from the East. 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 06:08 PM. Unfortunately there are chances that 52% 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 2 days of moderate rain with an average of 5.9mm rain on those days. Saturday will have 7.2mm of rain and Sunday will have 4.5mm of rain. Expect sunny spells but some cloudy periods with an average cloud cover of 68%.

PLAYA BLANCA - BEACH WEATHER FORECAST

Fri 26th July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
24° 24° 24° 27° 28° 27° 25° 24°
66% 55% 36% 71% 72% 59% 52% 65%
0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 1.0mm 1.0mm 2.4mm 3.3mm 3.5mm
26°
26°
26°
26°
26°
26°
26°
26°
Sat 27th July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
23° 23° 23° 25° 27° 26° 24° 23°
64% 58% 87% 80% 64% 74% 100% 100%
0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 2.4mm 1.6mm 1.3mm 1.7mm
28°
28°
28°
28°
28°
28°
28°
28°
Sun 28th July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
23° 23° 22° 26° 30° 28° 25° 25°
76% 61% 51% 57% 53% 61% 65% 42%
0.7mm 0.7mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 3.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
26°
26°
26°
26°
26°
26°
26°
26°
Mon 29th July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
24° 24° 23° 27° 28° 26° 25° 24°
51% 32% 18% 61% 59% 57% 63% 66%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 2.1mm 0.3mm 0.2mm 0.0mm
26°
26°
26°
26°
26°
26°
26°
26°
Tue 30th July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
24° 23° 23° 27° 29° 27° 24° 24°
34% 24% 32% 34% 61% 70% 57% 26%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 1.2mm 1.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
26°
26°
26°
26°
26°
26°
26°
26°
Wed 31st July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
23° 23° 23° 27° 29° 26° 24° 24°
48% 17% 37% 34% 65% 68% 56% 71%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 1.9mm 3.5mm 2.2mm 0.7mm
28°
28°
28°
28°
28°
28°
28°
28°
Thu 1st August
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
23° 23° 23° 27° 30° 28° 24° 24°
62% 61% 35% 37% 57% 78% 72% 64%
0.7mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 3.5mm 1.6mm 0.1mm
28°
28°
28°
28°
28°
28°
28°
28°
Fri 26th July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
8
kmh
9
kmh
9
kmh
12
kmh
6
kmh
12
kmh
9
kmh
8
kmh
0.6m
0.6m
0.6m
0.6m
0.7m
0.8m
0.9m
0.8m
7.0s 6.6s 6.9s 10.6s 6.5s 6.6s 6.8s 6.9s
Sat 27th July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
8
kmh
9
kmh
11
kmh
6
kmh
6
kmh
17
kmh
19
kmh
8
kmh
0.7m
0.7m
0.7m
0.8m
0.8m
0.8m
0.9m
1.0m
6.9s 6.8s 6.7s 6.7s 6.7s 6.7s 6.7s 6.6s
Sun 28th July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
3
kmh
5
kmh
3
kmh
4
kmh
8
kmh
10
kmh
3
kmh
12
kmh
1.3m
1.0m
1.0m
1.2m
0.8m
0.9m
1.0m
1.1m
6.5s 6.4s 6.4s 6.4s 6.5s 6.6s 6.5s 6.5s
Mon 29th July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
10
kmh
9
kmh
12
kmh
18
kmh
16
kmh
12
kmh
13
kmh
18
kmh
0.7m
0.7m
0.7m
0.7m
0.6m
0.9m
0.8m
0.6m
6.4s 14.3s 14.2s 13.9s 13.7s 13.6s 13.5s 13.4s
Tue 30th July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
12
kmh
8
kmh
11
kmh
13
kmh
3
kmh
14
kmh
14
kmh
14
kmh
0.6m
0.6m
0.7m
0.7m
0.6m
0.5m
0.5m
0.6m
13.3s 13.3s 13.3s 13.3s 13.3s 12.9s 12.7s 12.6s
Wed 31st July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
11
kmh
8
kmh
10
kmh
11
kmh
8
kmh
7
kmh
11
kmh
9
kmh
0.6m
0.5m
0.5m
0.6m
0.6m
0.7m
0.7m
0.6m
12.6s 12.6s 12.5s 12.5s 15.1s 15.1s 14.7s 14.3s
Thu 1st August
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
13
kmh
5
kmh
5
kmh
8
kmh
5
kmh
6
kmh
13
kmh
6
kmh
0.7m
0.7m
0.6m
0.6m
0.6m
0.6m
0.6m
0.7m
14.1s 11.7s 11.3s 13.8s 13.8s 13.7s 13.5s 13.3s
Fri 26th July
6:18 AM 12:27 PM 6:39 PM
3.00 0.00 2.80
Sat 27th July
12:42 AM 7:07 AM 1:19 PM 7:31 PM
0.00 3.00 0.10 2.60
Sun 28th July
1:33 AM 8:00 AM 2:15 PM 8:28 PM
0.10 2.90 0.20 2.50
Mon 29th July
2:27 AM 8:57 AM 3:16 PM 9:31 PM
0.30 2.70 0.30 2.30
Tue 30th July
3:28 AM 10:00 AM 4:23 PM 10:40 PM
0.40 2.60 0.40 2.30
Wed 31st July
4:36 AM 11:06 AM 5:32 PM 11:50 PM
0.50 2.60 0.40 2.30
Thu 1st August
5:46 AM 12:11 PM 6:37 PM
0.60 2.50 0.40
Fri 26th July
29°
11.3mm
7kmh SE
59%
Sat 27th July
27°
7.2mm
6kmh SSW
78%
Sun 28th July
30°
4.5mm
4kmh NNW
58%
Mon 29th July
29°
2.6mm
10kmh NE
50%
Tue 30th July
29°
2.2mm
12kmh ENE
42%
Wed 31st July
29°
8.3mm
6kmh ENE
49%
Thu 1st August
30°
6.0mm
3kmh ESE
58%
Fri 2nd August
28°
5.7mm
5kmh NW
64%
Sat 3rd August
28°
6.7mm
6kmh S
78%
Sun 4th August
30°
3.7mm
4kmh N
62%
Mon 5th August
29°
2.0mm
7kmh ENE
50%
Tue 6th August
28°
4.2mm
9kmh NE
54%
Wed 7th August
26°
2.2mm
2kmh SE
56%
Thu 8th August
28°
1.6mm
1kmh NNW
57%

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 14 days of light rain with an average of 4.9mm rain on those days. Average cloud cover will be 58%.

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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