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 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 be dry with no rain showers. Expect plentiful sunshine and mostly clear blue skies with an average cloud cover of 15%.

The winds will be on shore and moderate at 19kmh from the South East. The moderate winds will keep the temperatures feeling fresher. The moderate onshore winds may make conditions a little more choppy for swimming.

Playa Sámara faces South-Southeast and sunset will be over the land behind the beach at 05:54 PM. The skies should be fairly 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 Sámara

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 1 day of very light rain. Saturday will be dry and Sunday will have 0.2mm of rain. Expect plentiful sunshine and mostly clear blue skies with an average cloud cover of 21%.

PLAYA SÁMARA - BEACH WEATHER FORECAST

Sat 18th April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
27° 27° 26° 30° 31° 30° 28° 28°
8% 22% 15% 2% 8% 9% 34% 26%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
Sun 19th April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
27° 27° 26° 30° 32° 30° 28° 27°
32% 12% 74% 7% 22% 6% 25% 35%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.2mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
Mon 20th April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
27° 26° 26° 30° 32° 30° 28° 28°
34% 84% 8% 0% 3% 4% 5% 11%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
Tue 21st April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
27° 26° 26° 30° 32° 30° 28° 28°
31% 73% 4% 4% 13% 9% 36% 82%
0.0mm 0.3mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm
30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
Wed 22nd April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
27° 26° 26° 30° 31° 29° 28° 27°
88% 80% 73% 7% 27% 74% 82% 85%
0.2mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.3mm 0.1mm 0.8mm
30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
Thu 23rd April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
26° 26° 26° 29° 29° 29° 28° 27°
88% 74% 74% 78% 84% 75% 77% 87%
1.9mm 0.7mm 0.2mm 0.0mm 0.5mm 0.4mm 0.6mm 1.5mm
30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
Fri 24th April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
26° 26° 26° 28° 28° 28° 27° 27°
54% 81% 87% 72% 73% 86% 74% 83%
0.9mm 2.3mm 1.7mm 0.5mm 0.7mm 0.1mm 0.6mm 0.4mm
30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
Sat 18th April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
19
kmh
11
kmh
9
kmh
5
kmh
6
kmh
10
kmh
10
kmh
15
kmh
1.0m
0.9m
0.9m
0.9m
1.0m
0.9m
1.3m
1.0m
13.6s 13.4s 13.4s 16.6s 16.4s 16.2s 15.7s 15.4s
Sun 19th April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
16
kmh
9
kmh
3
kmh
6
kmh
12
kmh
16
kmh
15
kmh
17
kmh
0.9m
1.4m
1.3m
1.1m
0.4m
0.6m
1.1m
0.5m
15.2s 15.0s 14.6s 14.3s 14.2s 14.1s 13.8s 13.6s
Mon 20th April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
4
kmh
7
kmh
11
kmh
12
kmh
9
kmh
14
kmh
12
kmh
13
kmh
1.1m
1.1m
1.1m
1.1m
1.0m
1.0m
1.0m
1.3m
13.6s 13.6s 13.5s 13.4s 13.3s 13.3s 13.2s 13.2s
Tue 21st April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
13
kmh
3
kmh
8
kmh
10
kmh
6
kmh
11
kmh
10
kmh
15
kmh
1.0m
0.9m
0.4m
0.2m
0.3m
1.0m
0.2m
0.3m
13.0s 12.9s 16.4s 16.2s 15.8s 15.6s 15.4s 15.2s
Wed 22nd April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
14
kmh
4
kmh
3
kmh
6
kmh
7
kmh
17
kmh
13
kmh
16
kmh
0.5m
0.1m
0.1m
0.2m
0.1m
0.3m
0.2m
0.5m
15.1s 15.1s 15.0s 14.5s 14.4s 14.3s 14.2s 13.8s
Thu 23rd April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
11
kmh
9
kmh
6
kmh
5
kmh
7
kmh
14
kmh
15
kmh
11
kmh
0.2m
0.2m
1.0m
1.0m
0.9m
1.0m
1.0m
1.0m
13.8s 13.6s 13.5s 13.1s 13.0s 13.0s 13.2s 13.4s
Fri 24th April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
13
kmh
13
kmh
12
kmh
6
kmh
8
kmh
10
kmh
9
kmh
8
kmh
1.0m
0.9m
0.9m
0.9m
0.9m
0.9m
0.9m
0.9m
13.6s 13.4s 13.3s 12.8s 12.7s 12.6s 12.6s 12.5s
Sat 18th April
3:06 AM 9:05 AM 3:20 PM 9:39 PM
2.68 0.13 3.00 -0.08
Sun 19th April
3:50 AM 9:50 AM 4:04 PM 10:24 PM
2.73 0.08 3.01 -0.11
Mon 20th April
4:35 AM 10:36 AM 4:50 PM 11:11 PM
2.72 0.09 2.95 -0.06
Tue 21st April
5:22 AM 11:25 AM 5:39 PM 11:59 PM
2.65 0.16 2.82 0.05
Wed 22nd April
6:14 AM 12:17 PM 6:33 PM
2.55 0.29 2.65
Thu 23rd April
12:52 AM 7:13 AM 1:15 PM 7:34 PM
0.21 2.43 0.46 2.47
Fri 24th April
1:52 AM 8:18 AM 2:22 PM 8:41 PM
0.38 2.33 0.61 2.31
Sat 18th April
31°
0.0mm
14kmh SSW
15%
Sun 19th April
32°
0.2mm
12kmh WSW
26%
Mon 20th April
32°
0.0mm
12kmh SW
18%
Tue 21st April
32°
0.4mm
15kmh SSW
31%
Wed 22nd April
31°
1.5mm
14kmh SW
64%
Thu 23rd April
29°
5.8mm
10kmh SSW
79%
Fri 24th April
28°
7.2mm
8kmh SSW
76%
Sat 25th April
28°
1.4mm
9kmh SW
76%
Sun 26th April
29°
0.8mm
10kmh SW
68%
Mon 27th April
29°
5.2mm
8kmh SW
52%
Tue 28th April
29°
2.7mm
9kmh S
61%
Wed 29th April
29°
0.8mm
9kmh SW
71%
Thu 30th April
30°
0.5mm
11kmh WSW
72%
Fri 1st May
31°
0.0mm
10kmh WSW
15%

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 30° which is very warm and ideal for relaxing and swimming for the whole day. There will be 11 days of light rain with an average of 2.4mm rain on those days. Average cloud cover will be 52%.

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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