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 29° which is very warm and perfect for sunbathing. Today the water temperature will be 30° which is very warm and ideal for relaxing and swimming for the whole day.

Today will have 3.3mm of light rain. Expect only occasional sunny spells and lots of clouds with an average cloud cover of 79%.

The winds will be on shore and light at 12kmh 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 05:57 PM. Unfortunately there are chances that 87% 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 Ballena Bay

This weekend the average maximum daily temperatures will be 29° which is very warm and perfect for sunbathing. The average water temperature will be 30° 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. Saturday will have 1.6mm of rain and Sunday will have 1.0mm of rain. Expect sunny spells but some cloudy periods with an average cloud cover of 62%.

BALLENA BAY - BEACH WEATHER FORECAST

Fri 29th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
26° 25° 26° 27° 27° 27° 26° 26°
97% 95% 74% 57% 75% 66% 87% 87%
0.3mm 0.6mm 0.3mm 0.4mm 0.5mm 0.8mm 0.3mm 0.1mm
30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
Sat 30th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
26° 26° 26° 28° 29° 29° 28° 27°
29% 44% 79% 75% 31% 85% 81% 79%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.2mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.2mm 0.3mm 0.9mm
30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
Sun 31st May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
27° 27° 27° 29° 29° 29° 28° 27°
85% 74% 54% 84% 76% 19% 31% 73%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 1.0mm
30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
Mon 1st June
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
27° 27° 27° 29° 29° 29° 28° 26°
80% 82% 31% 38% 76% 85% 85% 56%
0.5mm 0.3mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.2mm 0.6mm 1.3mm 0.1mm
30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
Tue 2nd June
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
26° 26° 27° 28° 29° 29° 28° 28°
29% 27% 29% 22% 78% 51% 60% 36%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
Wed 3rd June
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
27° 27° 27° 29° 29° 29° 28° 28°
79% 74% 77% 76% 76% 79% 50% 39%
0.1mm 0.5mm 0.7mm 0.5mm 0.6mm 0.1mm 0.3mm 0.0mm
30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
Thu 4th June
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
28° 27° 27° 29° 29° 28° 28° 28°
63% 53% 84% 55% 87% 25% 47% 71%
0.1mm 0.9mm 0.7mm 0.1mm 0.8mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
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Fri 29th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
7
kmh
6
kmh
6
kmh
6
kmh
3
kmh
12
kmh
5
kmh
10
kmh
0.5m
0.5m
0.5m
0.4m
0.6m
0.7m
0.6m
0.6m
7.5s 7.6s 7.5s 7.4s 13.1s 7.1s 7.2s 7.1s
Sat 30th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
8
kmh
9
kmh
6
kmh
3
kmh
11
kmh
15
kmh
14
kmh
6
kmh
0.9m
0.7m
0.9m
1.0m
0.8m
0.9m
1.1m
1.0m
14.7s 14.8s 14.7s 14.6s 14.2s 13.9s 13.7s 13.6s
Sun 31st May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
1
kmh
5
kmh
5
kmh
2
kmh
14
kmh
17
kmh
16
kmh
11
kmh
1.0m
1.1m
0.9m
1.4m
1.1m
1.1m
1.0m
0.5m
13.3s 13.4s 13.5s 15.2s 14.8s 14.4s 14.3s 14.1s
Mon 1st June
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
7
kmh
4
kmh
5
kmh
3
kmh
9
kmh
12
kmh
9
kmh
4
kmh
1.3m
1.0m
0.9m
0.9m
1.2m
1.2m
1.2m
1.0m
13.7s 13.5s 13.4s 13.3s 12.9s 12.7s 12.6s 12.5s
Tue 2nd June
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
3
kmh
4
kmh
5
kmh
1
kmh
10
kmh
12
kmh
3
kmh
3
kmh
1.0m
1.0m
1.0m
0.9m
1.0m
1.0m
0.7m
0.7m
16.6s 16.4s 16.3s 16.3s 16.1s 15.6s 15.4s 15.4s
Wed 3rd June
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
4
kmh
6
kmh
5
kmh
2
kmh
9
kmh
14
kmh
11
kmh
11
kmh
0.6m
0.6m
0.6m
0.6m
0.7m
0.7m
0.8m
0.6m
15.3s 15.2s 15.0s 14.6s 14.5s 14.4s 14.4s 14.4s
Thu 4th June
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
4
kmh
4
kmh
4
kmh
4
kmh
11
kmh
15
kmh
11
kmh
6
kmh
0.6m
0.6m
0.6m
0.6m
0.7m
0.7m
0.7m
0.7m
14.6s 14.8s 14.8s 14.6s 16.8s 16.7s 14.3s 14.2s
Fri 29th May
1:13 AM 7:21 AM 1:24 PM 7:38 PM
0.57 2.33 0.64 2.53
Sat 30th May
1:59 AM 8:06 AM 2:08 PM 8:20 PM
0.52 2.34 0.62 2.54
Sun 31st May
2:41 AM 8:49 AM 2:49 PM 9:01 PM
0.49 2.35 0.61 2.54
Mon 1st June
3:21 AM 9:29 AM 3:29 PM 9:40 PM
0.47 2.35 0.61 2.53
Tue 2nd June
4:00 AM 10:09 AM 4:08 PM 10:19 PM
0.48 2.34 0.63 2.50
Wed 3rd June
4:39 AM 10:48 AM 4:48 PM 10:59 PM
0.51 2.32 0.66 2.46
Thu 4th June
5:18 AM 11:28 AM 5:29 PM 11:39 PM
0.56 2.29 0.71 2.39
Fri 29th May
28°
3.3mm
9kmh SSW
79%
Sat 30th May
29°
1.6mm
11kmh SE
62%
Sun 31st May
29°
1.0mm
14kmh SE
62%
Mon 1st June
29°
3.0mm
9kmh S
66%
Tue 2nd June
29°
0.1mm
8kmh S
41%
Wed 3rd June
29°
2.8mm
6kmh SSE
68%
Thu 4th June
29°
2.6mm
9kmh S
60%
Fri 5th June
28°
5.5mm
9kmh SSE
74%
Sat 6th June
27°
20.9mm
17kmh SSW
86%
Sun 7th June
25°
34.1mm
13kmh ESE
100%
Mon 8th June
25°
11.3mm
8kmh ENE
80%
Tue 9th June
26°
1.0mm
6kmh ESE
64%
Wed 10th June
27°
1.2mm
11kmh W
65%
Thu 11th June
26°
7.8mm
13kmh WSW
74%

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 30° which is very warm and ideal for relaxing and swimming for the whole day. There will be 14 days of moderate rain with an average of 6.9mm rain on those days. Average cloud cover will be 70%.

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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