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 30° 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 have 0.1mm of very light rain. Expect lots of sunshine and clear skies with an average cloud cover of 30%.

The winds will be cross-on shore and moderate at 19kmh 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 05:52 PM. Unfortunately there are chances that 73% 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 Manzanillo

This weekend the average maximum daily temperatures will be 30° 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 1 day of very light rain. Saturday will have 0.9mm of rain and Sunday will be dry. Expect lots of sunshine and clear skies with an average cloud cover of 39%.

PLAYA MANZANILLO - BEACH WEATHER FORECAST

Fri 8th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
28° 27° 27° 29° 30° 29° 28° 28°
61% 17% 13% 7% 7% 11% 73% 54%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm
28°
28°
28°
28°
28°
28°
28°
28°
Sat 9th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
28° 27° 27° 29° 30° 30° 29° 28°
74% 89% 88% 36% 12% 10% 86% 79%
0.4mm 0.2mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.3mm 0.0mm
28°
28°
28°
28°
28°
28°
28°
28°
Sun 10th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
28° 27° 27° 29° 30° 30° 29° 28°
76% 9% 8% 11% 11% 7% 12% 23%
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 11th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
28° 27° 27° 29° 30° 29° 28° 28°
89% 76% 85% 23% 88% 9% 21% 54%
0.0mm 0.1mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
Tue 12th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
28° 27° 27° 29° 30° 29° 28° 28°
20% 78% 21% 21% 23% 77% 30% 30%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.2mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
28°
28°
28°
28°
28°
28°
28°
28°
Wed 13th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
28° 27° 27° 29° 30° 29° 29° 28°
26% 24% 19% 19% 16% 33% 72% 32%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
28°
28°
28°
28°
28°
28°
28°
28°
Thu 14th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
28° 27° 27° 29° 30° 29° 28° 28°
76% 13% 14% 73% 12% 24% 52% 71%
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 8th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
3
kmh
5
kmh
8
kmh
3
kmh
10
kmh
19
kmh
14
kmh
4
kmh
1.2m
0.7m
0.7m
0.7m
0.7m
0.8m
0.6m
0.5m
13.4s 13.4s 13.3s 13.0s 12.7s 12.6s 12.6s 12.5s
Sat 9th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
5
kmh
10
kmh
9
kmh
5
kmh
15
kmh
18
kmh
11
kmh
1
kmh
0.6m
0.5m
0.6m
0.6m
0.7m
0.8m
0.9m
0.8m
12.2s 12.0s 11.9s 11.8s 11.6s 11.5s 13.5s 13.4s
Sun 10th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
6
kmh
10
kmh
10
kmh
7
kmh
10
kmh
18
kmh
12
kmh
5
kmh
0.8m
0.8m
0.8m
0.7m
0.8m
1.1m
0.9m
0.8m
13.2s 12.8s 17.2s 16.8s 16.7s 16.6s 16.5s 12.0s
Mon 11th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
9
kmh
11
kmh
9
kmh
5
kmh
9
kmh
18
kmh
9
kmh
2
kmh
0.7m
0.7m
0.7m
0.7m
0.7m
0.9m
0.7m
0.7m
12.1s 15.7s 15.6s 15.5s 11.6s 11.7s 11.5s 11.5s
Tue 12th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
5
kmh
10
kmh
8
kmh
5
kmh
12
kmh
17
kmh
11
kmh
5
kmh
0.7m
0.7m
0.7m
0.7m
0.8m
1.0m
0.9m
0.6m
10.9s 10.8s 10.7s 10.7s 10.4s 10.6s 10.7s 10.8s
Wed 13th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
6
kmh
8
kmh
8
kmh
7
kmh
10
kmh
18
kmh
9
kmh
3
kmh
0.6m
0.6m
0.6m
0.6m
0.6m
1.0m
0.9m
0.8m
10.8s 10.7s 10.5s 10.4s 10.4s 10.6s 10.8s 10.8s
Thu 14th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
9
kmh
8
kmh
10
kmh
4
kmh
12
kmh
19
kmh
10
kmh
1
kmh
0.8m
0.8m
0.7m
0.7m
0.7m
0.8m
0.7m
0.6m
10.8s 10.4s 10.3s 10.3s 10.2s 10.1s 10.0s 14.4s
Fri 8th May
12:42 AM 7:06 AM 12:53 PM 7:08 PM
0.54 2.09 0.81 2.16
Sat 9th May
1:25 AM 7:58 AM 1:46 PM 8:02 PM
0.63 2.07 0.89 2.08
Sun 10th May
2:15 AM 8:54 AM 2:51 PM 9:04 PM
0.70 2.09 0.91 2.03
Mon 11th May
3:13 AM 9:50 AM 4:00 PM 10:09 PM
0.73 2.17 0.85 2.04
Tue 12th May
4:14 AM 10:46 AM 5:04 PM 11:12 PM
0.71 2.29 0.71 2.11
Wed 13th May
5:12 AM 11:39 AM 6:00 PM
0.63 2.45 0.52
Thu 14th May
12:10 AM 6:06 AM 12:30 PM 6:51 PM
2.23 0.51 2.62 0.32
Fri 8th May
30°
0.1mm
10kmh S
30%
Sat 9th May
30°
0.9mm
12kmh SW
59%
Sun 10th May
30°
0.0mm
9kmh SSW
19%
Mon 11th May
30°
0.2mm
9kmh SSW
55%
Tue 12th May
30°
0.2mm
13kmh SW
37%
Wed 13th May
30°
0.0mm
10kmh S
30%
Thu 14th May
30°
0.0mm
12kmh SSW
41%
Fri 15th May
30°
0.2mm
13kmh S
32%
Sat 16th May
29°
3.6mm
12kmh S
81%
Sun 17th May
29°
1.1mm
11kmh SSW
57%
Mon 18th May
29°
2.3mm
13kmh SW
58%
Tue 19th May
29°
2.9mm
12kmh SW
82%
Wed 20th May
29°
2.6mm
12kmh SSW
81%
Thu 21st May
28°
2.5mm
12kmh S
70%

In the next 14 days average maximum daily temperatures will be 30° 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 11 days of very light rain with an average of 1.5mm rain on those days. Average cloud cover will be 52%.

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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