Beach Weather in Playa Sámara, Nicoya Peninsula, Costa Rica

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Beach Weather Today in Playa Sámara

Today the maximum temperature will be 28° which is very warm and perfect for sunbathing. Today the water temperature will be 27° which is very warm and ideal for relaxing and swimming for the whole day.

Today will have 0.6mm of very light rain. Expect sunny spells but some cloudy periods with an average cloud cover of 60%.

The winds will be on shore and light at 11kmh from the South-Southwest. The light winds will keep the temperatures feeling fresher.

Playa Sámara faces South-Southeast and sunset will be over the land behind the beach at 05:23 PM. Unfortunately there are chances that 53% 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 Sámara

This weekend the average maximum daily temperatures will be 28° which is very warm and perfect for sunbathing. The average water temperature will be 27° which is very warm and ideal for relaxing and swimming for the whole day.

There will be 2 days of light rain with an average of 2.1mm rain on those days. Saturday will have 2.3mm of rain and Sunday will have 1.8mm of rain. Expect some sunshine and occasionally cloudy periods with an average cloud cover of 59%.

PLAYA SÁMARA - BEACH WEATHER FORECAST

Thu 24th October
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
25° 24° 24° 28° 29° 28° 26° 26°
79% 13% 17% 85% 88% 81% 53% 70%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.5mm 0.1mm 0.0mm
27°
27°
27°
27°
27°
27°
27°
27°
Fri 25th October
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
25° 24° 24° 28° 28° 28° 26° 25°
27% 70% 86% 74% 85% 51% 81% 84%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.8mm 0.2mm 0.0mm
27°
27°
27°
27°
27°
27°
27°
27°
Sat 26th October
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
25° 24° 25° 28° 28° 28° 26° 25°
74% 82% 39% 79% 76% 82% 69% 74%
0.0mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 1.4mm 0.8mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
27°
27°
27°
27°
27°
27°
27°
27°
Sun 27th October
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
25° 24° 24° 28° 28° 27° 25° 24°
33% 18% 77% 31% 74% 61% 34% 52%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.7mm 1.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
27°
27°
27°
27°
27°
27°
27°
27°
Mon 28th October
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
24° 24° 24° 28° 28° 27° 26° 25°
55% 57% 38% 25% 82% 80% 76% 69%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 1.0mm 1.1mm 0.8mm 0.4mm
27°
27°
27°
27°
27°
27°
27°
27°
Tue 29th October
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
25° 24° 25° 28° 28° 27° 25° 25°
74% 72% 34% 52% 79% 52% 61% 79%
0.2mm 0.4mm 0.0mm 0.3mm 1.0mm 0.9mm 0.9mm 1.1mm
27°
27°
27°
27°
27°
27°
27°
27°
Wed 30th October
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
25° 24° 24° 26° 26° 27° 26° 25°
74% 88% 68% 61% 66% 72% 89% 53%
0.1mm 0.4mm 1.7mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.2mm 0.1mm
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29°
29°
29°
29°
29°
29°
29°
Thu 24th October
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
6
kmh
5
kmh
4
kmh
3
kmh
8
kmh
11
kmh
6
kmh
6
kmh
0.9m
0.9m
0.9m
0.9m
0.8m
0.9m
0.9m
1.0m
13.4s 13.3s 13.2s 13.2s 13.2s 13.1s 6.4s 6.5s
Fri 25th October
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
6
kmh
3
kmh
4
kmh
4
kmh
3
kmh
7
kmh
4
kmh
4
kmh
1.0m
0.9m
1.0m
1.0m
0.9m
1.0m
1.0m
1.0m
6.5s 12.2s 13.4s 6.5s 6.6s 6.7s 6.7s 6.7s
Sat 26th October
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
5
kmh
6
kmh
6
kmh
7
kmh
3
kmh
8
kmh
7
kmh
8
kmh
1.0m
0.9m
0.9m
0.9m
0.9m
0.9m
0.9m
0.9m
6.6s 6.5s 6.4s 6.3s 6.3s 6.2s 6.2s 6.2s
Sun 27th October
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
3
kmh
5
kmh
8
kmh
6
kmh
5
kmh
5
kmh
4
kmh
4
kmh
1.0m
1.0m
1.0m
1.0m
1.0m
1.0m
1.0m
1.0m
6.3s 6.4s 6.5s 6.5s 6.5s 6.4s 6.4s 6.4s
Mon 28th October
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
5
kmh
2
kmh
6
kmh
8
kmh
6
kmh
9
kmh
9
kmh
7
kmh
1.0m
1.2m
1.2m
1.2m
0.8m
0.8m
0.7m
0.7m
6.4s 16.0s 15.9s 15.8s 6.5s 6.4s 6.4s 6.3s
Tue 29th October
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
6
kmh
5
kmh
8
kmh
7
kmh
12
kmh
24
kmh
29
kmh
28
kmh
0.7m
0.7m
0.6m
1.1m
1.1m
1.1m
1.1m
1.0m
6.3s 6.3s 6.4s 6.5s 6.5s 6.5s 6.4s 6.4s
Wed 30th October
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
28
kmh
32
kmh
21
kmh
12
kmh
13
kmh
17
kmh
15
kmh
10
kmh
0.9m
1.0m
1.1m
1.0m
0.7m
1.0m
0.7m
0.7m
13.2s 13.2s 6.2s 13.1s 6.1s 13.1s 6.1s 6.1s
Thu 24th October
1:26 AM 7:44 AM 2:02 PM 8:28 PM
0.59 2.30 0.54 2.18
Fri 25th October
2:34 AM 8:51 AM 3:11 PM 9:37 PM
0.76 2.14 0.68 2.12
Sat 26th October
3:51 AM 10:01 AM 4:22 PM 10:45 PM
0.84 2.06 0.73 2.13
Sun 27th October
5:04 AM 11:09 AM 5:25 PM 11:44 PM
0.83 2.06 0.72 2.21
Mon 28th October
6:03 AM 12:07 PM 6:16 PM
0.74 2.11 0.68
Tue 29th October
12:33 AM 6:51 AM 12:56 PM 6:59 PM
2.32 0.63 2.18 0.62
Wed 30th October
1:14 AM 7:31 AM 1:37 PM 7:37 PM
2.42 0.52 2.27 0.55
Thu 24th October
29°
0.6mm
11kmh S
60%
Fri 25th October
29°
1.1mm
7kmh S
69%
Sat 26th October
29°
2.3mm
4kmh ESE
71%
Sun 27th October
28°
1.8mm
4kmh SE
47%
Mon 28th October
28°
3.3mm
4kmh S
60%
Tue 29th October
28°
4.8mm
10kmh S
62%
Wed 30th October
27°
2.7mm
3kmh W
71%
Thu 31st October
27°
5.2mm
8kmh WSW
71%
Fri 1st November
25°
23.1mm
14kmh SW
93%
Sat 2nd November
27°
8.9mm
18kmh WSW
73%
Sun 3rd November
29°
3.5mm
17kmh W
74%
Mon 4th November
27°
3.2mm
9kmh SW
82%
Tue 5th November
26°
7.1mm
8kmh SW
78%
Wed 6th November
27°
5.5mm
9kmh SSW
63%

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 27° 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 5.2mm rain on those days. Average cloud cover will be 70%.

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

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

Playa Sámara, located on the stunning Nicoya Peninsula in Costa Rica, is a popular beach destination for travelers seeking an idyllic vacation. This picturesque beach offers a perfect combination of relaxation and adventure, with its golden sand, lush surroundings, and a range of activities to enjoy.

Beach Type

Playa Sámara boasts a beautiful stretch of golden sand that's perfect for sunbathing and leisurely walks along the shoreline. The beach is relatively flat with gentle waves making it ideal for families and those who prefer calmer waters. Offshore, you'll find some rocky areas and coral reefs that create an interesting environment for snorkeling and diving. These natural structures attract a variety of marine life, making underwater exploration particularly exciting.

Beach Activities

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

  1. Snorkeling and Diving: With its nearby coral reefs and rocky areas, Playa Sámara is an excellent spot for snorkeling and diving enthusiasts to explore the vibrant underwater world.

  2. Surfing: While the waves at Playa Sámara are generally gentle, there are some breaks that offer good surfing opportunities for beginners and intermediate surfers.

  3. Kayaking: Rent a kayak to explore the calm waters around Playa Sámara or join a guided tour to discover nearby beaches such as Playa Barrigona or Isla Chora.

  4. Horseback Riding: Explore the surrounding area by horseback with guided tours available on the beach or through local tour operators.

  5. Sunset Watching: The sunsets at Playa Sámara are truly breathtaking; make sure to catch one during your stay.

Accommodations

Playa Sámara offers various accommodation options ranging from budget-friendly hostels to luxurious beachfront resorts. Some popular choices include:

Areas to Stay In

The main area to stay in is the town of Sámara, which is located right by the beach. This charming town offers a variety of restaurants, shops, and accommodations within walking distance of the beach. For a more secluded experience, consider staying in nearby towns such as Nosara or Punta Islita.

Beach Amenities

Playa Sámara offers a range of amenities to make your beach day enjoyable:

  • Public restrooms
  • Beachfront restaurants and bars
  • Beach chair and umbrella rentals
  • Watersports equipment rentals (kayaks, surfboards, snorkeling gear)
  • Lifeguards during high season (December-April)

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