Beach Weather in Playa Negra, Guanacaste Region, Costa Rica

BEACH WEATHER MONTHLY AVERAGES
Best
Best
Best
Best
Tan
Tan
Tan
Tan
Tan
Tan
Tan
Tan
Tan
Tan
Tan
Tan
Sea
28°
Swim
Sea
28°
Swim
Sea
29°
Swim
Sea
29°
Swim
Sea
28°
Swim
Sea
28°
Swim
Sea
27°
Swim
Sea
27°
Swim
Sea
27°
Swim
Sea
27°
Swim
Sea
27°
Swim
Sea
27°
Swim
BEACH WEATHER FORECAST
Thu 21st September
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
24° 24° 23° 26° 28° 28° 26° 24°
81% 87% 66% 48% 61% 64% 36% 31%
0.2mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
29°
29°
29°
29°
29°
29°
29°
29°
Fri 22nd September
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
24° 23° 23° 28° 29° 28° 26° 25°
40% 48% 16% 16% 71% 76% 79% 62%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 1.3mm 2.4mm 1.2mm 0.0mm
27°
27°
27°
27°
27°
27°
27°
27°
Sat 23rd September
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
24° 23° 23° 28° 29° 27° 25° 24°
25% 22% 43% 30% 87% 72% 76% 80%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 1.9mm 0.7mm 3.9mm 0.3mm
29°
29°
29°
29°
29°
29°
29°
29°
Sun 24th September
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
24° 23° 23° 28° 30° 29° 25° 24°
29% 84% 22% 85% 85% 81% 76% 24%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 1.0mm 2.5mm 1.7mm 0.0mm
29°
29°
29°
29°
29°
29°
29°
29°
Mon 25th September
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
24° 24° 24° 28° 29° 28° 25° 24°
35% 40% 30% 75% 82% 76% 77% 31%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 1.5mm 0.9mm 1.4mm 0.0mm
29°
29°
29°
29°
29°
29°
29°
29°
Tue 26th September
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
24° 23° 23° 28° 30° 29° 25° 25°
30% 18% 19% 14% 75% 80% 83% 53%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.3mm 0.0mm
29°
29°
29°
29°
29°
29°
29°
29°
Wed 27th September
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
24° 24° 24° 29° 30° 29° 26° 25°
26% 38% 26% 20% 74% 74% 82% 51%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 1.0mm 1.4mm 3.0mm 0.7mm
29°
29°
29°
29°
29°
29°
29°
29°
Thu 21st September
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
18
kmh
0
kmh
5
kmh
13
kmh
14
kmh
12
kmh
11
kmh
8
kmh
0.9m
0.6m
0.6m
0.6m
0.6m
0.6m
0.6m
0.6m
13.1s 12.9s 12.8s 12.7s 12.6s 12.5s 12.3s 12.1s
Fri 22nd September
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
18
kmh
14
kmh
17
kmh
10
kmh
7
kmh
6
kmh
17
kmh
23
kmh
0.7m
0.6m
0.7m
0.6m
0.6m
0.5m
0.6m
0.7m
12.0s 12.0s 12.1s 12.3s 12.4s 12.4s 12.0s 11.8s
Sat 23rd September
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
7
kmh
8
kmh
5
kmh
4
kmh
2
kmh
6
kmh
15
kmh
16
kmh
0.5m
0.6m
0.5m
0.6m
0.6m
0.7m
0.7m
0.6m
16.1s 15.7s 15.5s 15.5s 15.4s 15.4s 15.3s 15.1s
Sun 24th September
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
18
kmh
24
kmh
21
kmh
14
kmh
12
kmh
7
kmh
10
kmh
15
kmh
0.7m
0.8m
0.7m
0.7m
0.5m
0.6m
0.5m
0.6m
14.8s 14.6s 14.5s 14.4s 14.4s 14.3s 14.2s 13.9s
Mon 25th September
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
13
kmh
14
kmh
15
kmh
15
kmh
13
kmh
11
kmh
10
kmh
15
kmh
0.6m
0.6m
0.6m
0.6m
0.6m
0.5m
0.5m
0.6m
13.6s 13.5s 13.2s 13.0s 12.5s 12.1s 11.8s 5.8s
Tue 26th September
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
12
kmh
10
kmh
7
kmh
6
kmh
8
kmh
4
kmh
11
kmh
20
kmh
0.6m
0.6m
0.5m
0.6m
0.6m
0.6m
0.6m
0.8m
5.9s 6.1s 6.2s 6.3s 6.4s 6.4s 6.4s 6.4s
Wed 27th September
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
21
kmh
12
kmh
4
kmh
6
kmh
14
kmh
5
kmh
16
kmh
19
kmh
0.8m
0.7m
0.6m
0.6m
0.6m
0.5m
0.6m
0.7m
6.4s 6.3s 6.3s 6.2s 6.1s 6.1s 18.0s 17.9s
Thu 21st September
12:03 AM 6:23 AM 12:38 PM 6:51 PM
0.30 2.60 0.30 2.30
Fri 22nd September
12:45 AM 7:08 AM 1:26 PM 7:42 PM
0.40 2.50 0.40 2.20
Sat 23rd September
1:38 AM 8:04 AM 2:25 PM 8:47 PM
0.60 2.40 0.50 2.10
Sun 24th September
2:44 AM 9:14 AM 3:35 PM 10:03 PM
0.60 2.30 0.50 2.10
Mon 25th September
4:03 AM 10:32 AM 4:49 PM 11:17 PM
0.60 2.30 0.50 2.30
Tue 26th September
5:21 AM 11:45 AM 5:58 PM
0.50 2.40 0.30
Wed 27th September
12:22 AM 6:29 AM 12:47 PM 6:56 PM
2.50 0.30 2.60 0.10
Thu 21st September
28°
0.2mm
9kmh ESE
59%
Fri 22nd September
30°
4.9mm
4kmh SE
51%
Sat 23rd September
29°
6.8mm
5kmh S
54%
Sun 24th September
30°
5.3mm
3kmh ESE
60%
Mon 25th September
29°
3.8mm
4kmh SSW
55%
Tue 26th September
30°
0.4mm
4kmh SE
46%
Wed 27th September
30°
6.1mm
2kmh SE
48%
Thu 28th September
30°
6.6mm
2kmh SSE
64%
Fri 29th September
29°
9.4mm
3kmh SSE
73%
Sat 30th September
29°
4.4mm
3kmh SSW
51%
Sun 1st October
28°
7.4mm
6kmh SW
66%
Mon 2nd October
27°
6.2mm
6kmh SSW
66%
Tue 3rd October
25°
5.6mm
1kmh SSE
86%
Wed 4th October
27°
2.0mm
5kmh S
69%

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 29° 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 61%.

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

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

Taking a holiday at the beautiful Playa Negra in the Guanacaste Region of Costa Rica is an excellent choice for those looking to unwind and enjoy the natural beauty of Central America. Located on the Pacific coast, Playa Negra offers visitors an opportunity to experience pristine beaches, lush vegetation, and a variety of activities that cater to all interests and preferences.

Beach Type

Playa Negra is famous for its unique dark-colored sand, which comes from volcanic rock found in the area. While it may not have powdery white sand like other beaches in Costa Rica, its coarse black sand provides a dramatic contrast against the vivid blue ocean water. The beach also features some rocky areas, which make it a great spot for snorkeling and diving, as these environments attract a wide variety of fish and marine life.

Beach Activities

There are plenty of beach activities to enjoy at Playa Negra. Some popular options include:

  1. Surfing: Playa Negra is known for its world-class surf breaks, making it an ideal destination for experienced surfers or those looking to learn.
  2. Snorkeling and diving: With its rocky coastline and abundance of marine life, Playa Negra offers excellent opportunities for snorkeling and diving enthusiasts.
  3. Horseback riding: Explore the stunning scenery surrounding Playa Negra on horseback – a unique way to experience the beauty of Costa Rica's coastline.
  4. Yoga: Many visitors come to Playa Negra specifically for yoga retreats or classes on the beach – a perfect combination of relaxation and exercise.
  5. Wildlife watching: The surrounding area boasts an impressive array of wildlife such as monkeys, iguanas, and various bird species – making it ideal for nature lovers.

Accommodations

Playa Negra has several accommodation options ranging from budget-friendly hostels to luxurious beachfront resorts. Some popular choices include:

  • Hotel Playa Negra: A beachfront hotel offering comfortable rooms, a swimming pool, and surf lessons for guests.
  • Cafe Playa Negra: A charming hotel with a relaxed atmosphere, featuring an on-site restaurant, pool, and yoga studio.
  • Rancho Playa Negra: A secluded resort offering private villas with ocean views, as well as a pool and spa.

Areas to Stay In

When visiting Playa Negra, there are several nearby areas that offer a range of accommodations and amenities. Some popular options include:

  1. Tamarindo: Located about 30 minutes north of Playa Negra, Tamarindo is a bustling beach town that offers numerous restaurants, shops, and nightlife options.
  2. Avellanas: Just south of Playa Negra, Avellanas is another beautiful beach area known for its surf breaks and laid-back atmosphere.
  3. Junquillal: This quiet coastal village offers visitors a more tranquil experience while still being close to the attractions in the Guanacaste Region.

Beach Amenities

Playa Negra offers several amenities for visitors to enjoy during their stay:

  • Public restrooms
  • Beachfront restaurants
  • Surfboard rentals
  • Yoga studios
  • Horseback riding tours

Whether you're looking for adventure or relaxation, taking a holiday at the stunning Playa Negra in Costa Rica's Guanacaste Region is sure to provide you with an unforgettable experience.

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