Beach Weather in Playa Manzanillo, Nicoya Peninsula, Costa Rica

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Beach Weather Today in Playa Manzanillo

Today the maximum temperature will be 29° which is very warm and perfect for sunbathing. Today the water temperature will be 29° 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 6%.

The winds will be cross-on shore and moderate at 21kmh from the South. The moderate winds will keep the temperatures feeling fresher. The moderate onshore winds may make conditions a little more choppy for swimming.

Playa Manzanillo faces West-Southwest and the sunset will be visible over the ocean to the West at 05:50 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 Playa Manzanillo

This weekend the 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 1 day of very light rain. Saturday will be dry and Sunday will have 0.1mm of rain. Expect plentiful sunshine and mostly clear blue skies with an average cloud cover of 20%.

PLAYA MANZANILLO - BEACH WEATHER FORECAST

Mon 9th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
27° 25° 25° 28° 29° 29° 28° 27°
6% 2% 0% 0% 7% 9% 11% 13%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
29°
29°
29°
29°
29°
29°
29°
29°
Tue 10th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
26° 25° 25° 28° 30° 29° 28° 27°
6% 4% 5% 10% 10% 15% 26% 22%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
29°
29°
29°
29°
29°
29°
29°
29°
Wed 11th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
26° 26° 25° 28° 29° 29° 28° 27°
12% 7% 7% 12% 17% 13% 20% 12%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
29°
29°
29°
29°
29°
29°
29°
29°
Thu 12th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
27° 26° 25° 28° 29° 29° 28° 27°
19% 7% 7% 8% 13% 11% 88% 15%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
29°
29°
29°
29°
29°
29°
29°
29°
Fri 13th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
26° 25° 25° 28° 30° 29° 28° 27°
5% 5% 8% 7% 6% 9% 20% 72%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
29°
29°
29°
29°
29°
29°
29°
29°
Sat 14th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
27° 26° 25° 28° 30° 29° 28° 27°
78% 9% 5% 6% 9% 12% 25% 27%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
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29°
29°
29°
29°
29°
29°
29°
Sun 15th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
27° 26° 25° 28° 30° 29° 28° 27°
12% 11% 10% 10% 11% 10% 22% 78%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm
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Mon 9th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
14
kmh
11
kmh
11
kmh
6
kmh
15
kmh
21
kmh
12
kmh
9
kmh
0.5m
0.7m
0.5m
0.5m
0.7m
0.9m
0.7m
0.7m
11.3s 11.2s 11.1s 10.9s 11.0s 11.0s 14.2s 11.5s
Tue 10th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
15
kmh
12
kmh
12
kmh
9
kmh
12
kmh
18
kmh
9
kmh
10
kmh
0.7m
0.8m
0.8m
0.6m
0.7m
1.0m
0.9m
0.8m
11.6s 13.5s 13.4s 12.9s 19.3s 12.7s 12.7s 18.1s
Wed 11th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
13
kmh
12
kmh
13
kmh
4
kmh
15
kmh
21
kmh
13
kmh
3
kmh
0.9m
0.9m
0.9m
0.9m
1.0m
1.2m
1.0m
1.0m
17.9s 17.6s 17.3s 16.9s 16.7s 16.5s 16.3s 16.0s
Thu 12th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
7
kmh
12
kmh
10
kmh
5
kmh
14
kmh
21
kmh
13
kmh
2
kmh
1.1m
1.0m
0.7m
1.0m
1.1m
1.2m
1.1m
0.9m
15.7s 15.4s 15.3s 15.2s 15.2s 15.0s 14.5s 14.4s
Fri 13th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
9
kmh
12
kmh
11
kmh
5
kmh
15
kmh
22
kmh
14
kmh
3
kmh
0.9m
0.9m
0.9m
0.9m
1.1m
1.2m
1.0m
0.9m
14.4s 14.4s 14.5s 15.3s 15.3s 14.2s 14.1s 14.0s
Sat 14th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
12
kmh
11
kmh
10
kmh
5
kmh
15
kmh
21
kmh
13
kmh
6
kmh
0.9m
0.9m
0.8m
0.8m
0.7m
1.0m
0.8m
0.7m
13.8s 13.6s 13.5s 13.4s 13.2s 12.9s 12.7s 12.6s
Sun 15th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
12
kmh
11
kmh
12
kmh
6
kmh
17
kmh
21
kmh
14
kmh
0
kmh
0.8m
0.6m
0.6m
1.0m
1.1m
1.3m
1.2m
1.1m
12.6s 19.0s 18.8s 18.6s 18.0s 17.7s 17.6s 17.5s
Mon 9th March
12:23 AM 6:31 AM 12:28 PM 6:46 PM
0.38 2.28 0.53 2.43
Tue 10th March
1:02 AM 7:13 AM 1:04 PM 7:28 PM
0.52 2.12 0.68 2.28
Wed 11th March
1:46 AM 8:01 AM 1:47 PM 8:17 PM
0.67 1.97 0.83 2.14
Thu 12th March
2:40 AM 9:01 AM 2:44 PM 9:19 PM
0.79 1.86 0.96 2.05
Fri 13th March
3:50 AM 10:13 AM 4:03 PM 10:29 PM
0.86 1.83 1.02 2.02
Sat 14th March
5:04 AM 11:25 AM 5:23 PM 11:38 PM
0.84 1.89 0.98 2.07
Sun 15th March
6:04 AM 12:26 PM 6:26 PM
0.74 2.05 0.86
Mon 9th March
29°
0.0mm
12kmh SSE
6%
Tue 10th March
30°
0.0mm
12kmh S
12%
Wed 11th March
29°
0.0mm
13kmh S
12%
Thu 12th March
29°
0.0mm
12kmh SSW
21%
Fri 13th March
30°
0.0mm
17kmh SSE
16%
Sat 14th March
30°
0.0mm
13kmh S
21%
Sun 15th March
30°
0.1mm
12kmh SSW
20%
Mon 16th March
29°
0.9mm
13kmh SSW
30%
Tue 17th March
29°
0.3mm
11kmh SSW
26%
Wed 18th March
29°
0.0mm
14kmh SSE
17%
Thu 19th March
29°
1.2mm
14kmh SSW
27%
Fri 20th March
29°
0.1mm
13kmh S
32%
Sat 21st March
29°
2.0mm
13kmh S
65%
Sun 22nd March
29°
1.3mm
12kmh SSW
50%

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 7 days of very light rain with an average of 0.8mm rain on those days. Average cloud cover will be 25%.

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

Taking a Holiday at Playa Manzanillo, Nicoya Peninsula, Costa Rica

Experience the beauty and tranquility of taking a holiday at Playa Manzanillo, located on the Nicoya Peninsula in Costa Rica. This picturesque beach offers visitors a chance to unwind, soak up the sun, and enjoy various activities in a stunning natural setting.

Beach Type

Playa Manzanillo boasts a mixture of soft golden sand and rocky areas, making it an ideal spot for both relaxation and exploration. The crystal clear waters are perfect for swimming, while the rocky sections provide an excellent habitat for marine life, making snorkeling and diving more interesting at this beach.

Beach Activities

Popular beach activities at Playa Manzanillo include:

  1. Swimming: The calm waters make it a safe and enjoyable spot for swimmers of all levels.
  2. Snorkeling: With its unique mix of sandy shoreline and rocky outcrops, Playa Manzanillo is a fantastic place to discover abundant marine life.
  3. Surfing: While not as famous as other surfing spots in Costa Rica, Playa Manzanillo offers some great waves for surfers to catch.
  4. Beachcombing: Stroll along the shoreline to find interesting shells and stones or simply enjoy the beautiful scenery.
  5. Hiking: Take advantage of nearby nature trails that lead you through lush forests with amazing views of the coastline.

Accommodations

While there are no large beach resorts or hotels directly on Playa Manzanillo, you can find various accommodation options nearby such as:

  1. Lodge Ylang Ylang: A charming eco-lodge situated just a short walk from Playa Manzanillo offering private bungalows amidst lush gardens.
  2. Zula Inn Aparthotel: Located close to the beach, this aparthotel offers comfortable apartments with fully-equipped kitchens.

Areas to Stay In

When visiting Playa Manzanillo, consider staying in the following areas:

  1. Santa Teresa: This bustling beach town is just a short drive from Playa Manzanillo and offers a wide variety of accommodation options, restaurants, and activities.
  2. Montezuma: A slightly quieter option, Montezuma is another nearby beach town with plenty of accommodations and amenities to choose from.

Beach Amenities

Playa Manzanillo offers the following amenities for visitors:

  1. Public restrooms
  2. Parking area
  3. Picnic tables
  4. Lifeguard services (seasonal)
  5. Nearby restaurants and bars

Enjoy your holiday at Playa Manzanillo in Nicoya Peninsula, Costa Rica, where you can experience the perfect blend of relaxation, adventure, and breathtaking natural beauty.

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