Beach Weather in Ballena Bay, Nicoya Peninsula, Costa Rica

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Beach Weather Today in Ballena Bay

Today the maximum temperature will be 28° 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 29%.

The winds will be on shore and light at 15kmh from the South. The light winds will keep the temperatures feeling fresher.

Ballena Bay faces Southeast and sunset will be over the land behind the beach at 05:33 PM. The skies should be very 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 Ballena Bay

This weekend the average maximum daily temperatures will be 28° which is very warm and perfect for sunbathing. The average water temperature will be 28° 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 16%.

BALLENA BAY - BEACH WEATHER FORECAST

Wed 7th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
29° 25° 24° 23° 23° 24° 28° 29°
31% 87% 87% 9% 4% 4% 3% 7%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
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Thu 8th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
29° 25° 24° 24° 23° 24° 28° 29°
25% 18% 76% 9% 8% 6% 3% 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°
Fri 9th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
28° 25° 24° 23° 22° 24° 28° 30°
19% 80% 6% 5% 4% 6% 5% 25%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
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28°
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28°
Sat 10th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
28° 25° 24° 23° 23° 24° 28° 30°
46% 30% 4% 4% 5% 6% 7% 34%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
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28°
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28°
28°
28°
28°
28°
Sun 11th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
29° 25° 24° 24° 23° 25° 28° 30°
41% 26% 14% 9% 5% 6% 10% 22%
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 12th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
28° 25° 24° 23° 23° 25° 29° 29°
45% 50% 6% 5% 5% 4% 12% 29%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
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Tue 13th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
27° 25° 24° 23° 23° 24° 28° 29°
39% 25% 26% 25% 25% 22% 18% 29%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
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Wed 7th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
9
kmh
13
kmh
10
kmh
8
kmh
5
kmh
15
kmh
12
kmh
1
kmh
0.6m
0.7m
0.7m
0.6m
0.5m
0.6m
0.5m
0.5m
5.5s 5.6s 12.0s 5.9s 6.0s 6.2s 6.1s 6.1s
Thu 8th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
5
kmh
10
kmh
10
kmh
5
kmh
6
kmh
16
kmh
10
kmh
2
kmh
0.6m
0.6m
0.6m
0.5m
0.7m
0.7m
0.6m
0.6m
6.0s 6.0s 6.0s 6.2s 6.2s 13.4s 5.8s 6.0s
Fri 9th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
9
kmh
10
kmh
10
kmh
8
kmh
7
kmh
15
kmh
9
kmh
1
kmh
0.6m
0.6m
0.6m
0.5m
0.5m
0.7m
0.5m
0.5m
6.2s 10.8s 5.9s 12.3s 12.2s 12.1s 12.1s 12.1s
Sat 10th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
9
kmh
9
kmh
10
kmh
6
kmh
6
kmh
16
kmh
10
kmh
2
kmh
0.6m
0.6m
0.6m
0.5m
0.6m
0.7m
0.5m
0.5m
12.2s 12.1s 12.3s 12.4s 12.7s 12.8s 12.8s 12.6s
Sun 11th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
8
kmh
9
kmh
11
kmh
8
kmh
10
kmh
17
kmh
9
kmh
6
kmh
0.5m
0.5m
0.5m
0.5m
0.5m
0.4m
0.5m
0.5m
12.2s 12.0s 12.0s 11.9s 11.9s 11.9s 11.8s 11.8s
Mon 12th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
10
kmh
11
kmh
8
kmh
8
kmh
13
kmh
16
kmh
8
kmh
10
kmh
0.6m
0.6m
0.6m
0.6m
0.5m
0.5m
0.5m
0.5m
5.6s 5.9s 5.9s 5.7s 5.7s 5.7s 5.7s 5.7s
Tue 13th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
8
kmh
9
kmh
10
kmh
9
kmh
6
kmh
16
kmh
9
kmh
2
kmh
0.5m
0.6m
0.5m
0.5m
0.7m
0.7m
0.5m
0.5m
5.7s 5.9s 6.2s 6.3s 6.2s 6.1s 6.1s 6.0s
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
28°
0.0mm
7kmh N
29%
Thu 8th January
28°
0.0mm
6kmh N
19%
Fri 9th January
28°
0.0mm
6kmh N
18%
Sat 10th January
28°
0.0mm
6kmh NNE
17%
Sun 11th January
28°
0.0mm
6kmh NNE
16%
Mon 12th January
28°
0.0mm
6kmh NNW
19%
Tue 13th January
27°
0.0mm
5kmh N
26%
Wed 14th January
28°
0.0mm
5kmh NNE
28%
Thu 15th January
28°
0.0mm
4kmh WSW
19%
Fri 16th January
29°
0.0mm
7kmh NW
19%
Sat 17th January
26°
2.4mm
9kmh NNE
60%
Sun 18th January
27°
0.2mm
10kmh NNE
32%
Mon 19th January
28°
0.0mm
6kmh N
11%
Tue 20th January
27°
0.0mm
6kmh SE
11%

In the next 14 days average maximum daily temperatures will be 28° which is very warm and perfect for sunbathing. The average water temperature will be 28° which is very warm and ideal for relaxing and swimming for the whole day. There will be 2 days of very light rain with an average of 1.3mm rain on those days. Average cloud cover will be 23%.

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

Taking a Holiday at Ballena Bay, Nicoya Peninsula, Costa Rica

Visiting the beautiful Ballena Bay in Nicoya Peninsula, Costa Rica, is a perfect holiday getaway for beach goers. This tropical paradise offers visitors a chance to experience the unspoiled beauty of the Pacific coastline and immerse themselves in the rich biodiversity of the region.

Beach Type

The beach at Ballena Bay features soft and powdery yellow sand with some rocky areas, making it ideal for sunbathing, swimming, and exploring tide pools. While it may not have the pure white sands found at other tropical beaches, its natural beauty more than makes up for it. The presence of rocks and reef formations near the shore provides an excellent opportunity for snorkeling and diving enthusiasts as these provide habitats for various marine species.

Beach Activities

Popular beach activities at Ballena Bay include:

  • Swimming: The calm waters make it an excellent spot for swimmers of all skill levels.
  • Snorkeling & Diving: The presence of rocks and reefs near the shore makes this location perfect for observing marine life.
  • Surfing: Ballena Bay offers consistent waves suitable for beginner to intermediate surfers.
  • Fishing: Try your hand at catching local fish species from the shore or on a fishing tour.
  • Boat Tours & Wildlife Watching: Explore nearby mangroves, caves, and islands while keeping an eye out for dolphins, whales, and sea turtles.

Accommodations

Visitors to Ballena Bay can choose from a range of accommodations to suit their preferences. Some popular options include:

  • Playa Nicuesa Rainforest Lodge: This eco-lodge is located within a 165-acre private preserve with access to both the beach and rainforest.
  • Aguila de Osa Inn: This boutique hotel offers comfortable rooms overlooking Drake Bay and organizes boat tours to explore nearby Corcovado National Park.

Areas to Stay In

Some recommended areas to stay in near Ballena Bay are:

  • Uvita: This small town offers a variety of accommodations, restaurants, and shops. It is also close to Marino Ballena National Park, known for its famous whale tail-shaped sandbar.
  • Ojochal: This quaint village is a great base for exploring the South Pacific coast and offers various lodging options, including eco-lodges and boutique hotels.
  • Dominical: A laid-back surf town with a beautiful beach, Dominical offers various accommodation options and is a great place to enjoy local cuisine.

Beach Amenities

Ballena Bay offers visitors several amenities to ensure their comfort during their beach holiday:

  • Public restrooms and showers
  • Beachfront bars and restaurants
  • Lifeguards on duty during peak season
  • Umbrella and chair rentals
  • Parking lots near the beach

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