Beach Weather in Playa Matapalo, Cabo Matapalo, Costa Rica

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Beach Weather Today in Playa Matapalo

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 1.6mm of very light rain. Expect sunny spells but some cloudy periods with an average cloud cover of 69%.

The winds will be side shore and light at 11kmh from the South West. The light winds will keep the temperatures feeling fresher.

Playa Matapalo faces East and sunset will be over the land behind the beach at 05:43 PM. Unfortunately there are chances that 72% 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 Matapalo

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 light rain with an average of 3.2mm rain on those days. Saturday will have 4.6mm of rain and Sunday will have 1.8mm of rain. Expect some sunshine and occasionally cloudy periods with an average cloud cover of 51%.

PLAYA MATAPALO - BEACH WEATHER FORECAST

Mon 6th April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
23° 23° 23° 29° 30° 28° 25° 24°
36% 84% 42% 87% 84% 75% 72% 77%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 1.2mm 0.3mm 0.0mm
30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
Tue 7th April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
23° 23° 23° 29° 31° 29° 25° 24°
81% 79% 38% 18% 84% 88% 57% 52%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.6mm 1.1mm 0.2mm
30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
Wed 8th April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
23° 23° 23° 29° 31° 29° 25° 24°
53% 86% 33% 18% 77% 57% 78% 19%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.5mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
Thu 9th April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
23° 23° 23° 29° 32° 29° 26° 25°
23% 19% 20% 5% 87% 74% 89% 80%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.5mm 0.0mm 0.1mm
30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
Fri 10th April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
24° 23° 24° 29° 30° 28° 25° 24°
83% 37% 74% 16% 74% 84% 35% 23%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.3mm 0.0mm 1.3mm 0.7mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
Sat 11th April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
24° 23° 23° 29° 30° 27° 25° 25°
70% 89% 18% 19% 72% 76% 59% 48%
0.0mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.8mm 1.8mm 1.9mm 0.0mm
30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
Sun 12th April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
24° 23° 23° 29° 30° 28° 25° 24°
34% 43% 17% 13% 73% 81% 80% 27%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.7mm 1.0mm 0.1mm 0.0mm
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Mon 6th April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
4
kmh
4
kmh
5
kmh
1
kmh
11
kmh
10
kmh
5
kmh
4
kmh
1.2m
1.2m
1.2m
1.2m
1.3m
1.2m
1.1m
1.1m
13.4s 13.2s 13.1s 12.9s 12.8s 12.7s 12.7s 12.6s
Tue 7th April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
4
kmh
4
kmh
4
kmh
3
kmh
10
kmh
9
kmh
3
kmh
4
kmh
1.0m
1.0m
1.0m
0.6m
1.0m
0.7m
0.6m
0.5m
12.5s 12.2s 12.1s 12.2s 12.2s 12.1s 11.8s 11.8s
Wed 8th April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
4
kmh
4
kmh
4
kmh
2
kmh
11
kmh
10
kmh
6
kmh
4
kmh
0.5m
0.9m
0.9m
0.9m
0.9m
0.8m
0.7m
0.9m
11.9s 13.8s 13.6s 13.4s 13.3s 13.0s 12.9s 12.9s
Thu 9th April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
4
kmh
4
kmh
5
kmh
3
kmh
11
kmh
12
kmh
4
kmh
5
kmh
0.9m
1.1m
0.7m
0.6m
0.8m
1.0m
0.5m
0.8m
13.0s 12.5s 11.8s 12.1s 12.2s 12.0s 12.4s 12.2s
Fri 10th April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
5
kmh
5
kmh
4
kmh
3
kmh
11
kmh
8
kmh
5
kmh
4
kmh
0.8m
0.6m
0.5m
0.7m
0.9m
0.8m
0.8m
0.8m
11.9s 11.8s 11.8s 11.7s 11.6s 16.4s 11.3s 16.1s
Sat 11th April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
4
kmh
4
kmh
5
kmh
4
kmh
9
kmh
9
kmh
2
kmh
4
kmh
0.8m
0.8m
0.8m
0.8m
1.0m
0.9m
0.8m
0.8m
15.9s 15.6s 15.5s 15.4s 15.4s 15.3s 14.8s 14.6s
Sun 12th April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
3
kmh
3
kmh
5
kmh
1
kmh
10
kmh
6
kmh
4
kmh
5
kmh
0.8m
0.8m
0.8m
0.8m
1.0m
0.9m
0.8m
0.9m
14.6s 14.6s 14.5s 14.5s 14.4s 14.3s 14.3s 14.1s
Mon 6th April
5:21 AM 11:19 AM 5:27 PM 11:47 PM
2.44 0.40 2.56 0.28
Tue 7th April
5:57 AM 11:53 AM 6:01 PM
2.30 0.56 2.41
Wed 8th April
12:23 AM 6:35 AM 12:31 PM 6:40 PM
0.43 2.16 0.71 2.25
Thu 9th April
1:06 AM 7:22 AM 1:19 PM 7:28 PM
0.57 2.03 0.85 2.10
Fri 10th April
1:58 AM 8:21 AM 2:22 PM 8:33 PM
0.69 1.95 0.94 1.99
Sat 11th April
3:05 AM 9:34 AM 3:43 PM 9:53 PM
0.76 1.94 0.94 1.97
Sun 12th April
4:19 AM 10:46 AM 5:00 PM 11:08 PM
0.74 2.04 0.82 2.05
Mon 6th April
30°
1.6mm
10kmh SW
69%
Tue 7th April
31°
2.0mm
11kmh SW
62%
Wed 8th April
31°
0.6mm
10kmh SW
52%
Thu 9th April
32°
0.6mm
10kmh SSW
49%
Fri 10th April
31°
2.3mm
9kmh SSW
53%
Sat 11th April
30°
4.6mm
9kmh SW
56%
Sun 12th April
30°
1.8mm
9kmh SW
46%
Mon 13th April
30°
1.9mm
10kmh SW
55%
Tue 14th April
30°
2.6mm
10kmh SW
62%
Wed 15th April
30°
1.8mm
8kmh SW
61%
Thu 16th April
31°
1.1mm
9kmh SSW
57%
Fri 17th April
30°
1.6mm
8kmh SSW
68%
Sat 18th April
29°
2.4mm
9kmh SW
66%
Sun 19th April
29°
5.4mm
9kmh SSW
72%

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 14 days of light rain with an average of 2.2mm rain on those days. Average cloud cover will be 59%.

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

Taking a Holiday at Playa Matapalo, Cabo Matapalo, Osa Peninsula, South Pacific Region, Costa Rica

Taking a holiday at the beach in Playa Matapalo, Cabo Matapalo, Osa Peninsula, South Pacific Region, Costa Rica is an ideal getaway for those looking to relax and enjoy the natural beauty of the country. This stunning location offers pristine beaches, lush rainforests, and abundant wildlife, making it a perfect destination for beach aficionados and nature enthusiasts alike.

Beach Type

Playa Matapalo features a mix of coarse golden sand and rocky areas along its shoreline. The beach is known for its secluded atmosphere and unspoiled beauty. While the sand may not be powdery white like other popular beaches in Costa Rica, its rustic charm and picturesque surroundings more than make up for it. The rocky areas along the shore provide excellent opportunities for snorkeling and diving, as they attract a variety of marine life.

Beach Activities

Some recommended beach activities at Playa Matapalo include:

  • Snorkeling and Diving: With its rocky areas and nearby coral reefs, Playa Matapalo offers exceptional snorkeling and diving opportunities. You can expect to see various tropical fish species, sea turtles, manta rays, eels, and even sharks.

  • Surfing: Playa Matapalo is known as one of the best surfing spots in Costa Rica due to its consistent waves that cater to surfers of all skill levels.

  • Wildlife Watching: The Osa Peninsula is home to an incredible array of flora and fauna. Visitors can take guided tours through the nearby rainforest or simply enjoy birdwatching along the beach.

  • Hiking: There are several hiking trails in the area that allow visitors to explore the surrounding rainforest or visit nearby waterfalls.

  • Horseback Riding: Guided horseback riding tours are available along the beach or through local trails.

Accommodations

There are several eco-lodges and boutique hotels located near Playa Matapalo that offer beachfront accommodations. Some recommended options include:

  • Lapa Rios Lodge: A luxury eco-lodge that offers stunning ocean views and a variety of nature-focused activities.
  • Encanta La Vida: A boutique hotel that provides comfortable accommodations and easy access to the beach and jungle.
  • Blue Osa Yoga Retreat & Spa: A wellness-focused retreat that offers yoga classes, spa services, and healthy meals.

Areas to Stay In

The best area to stay in near Playa Matapalo is Cabo Matapalo, which is located at the southern tip of the Osa Peninsula. This area offers easy access to the beach as well as a variety of outdoor activities and wildlife tours. Visitors can choose from a range of eco-friendly lodges or boutique hotels that are nestled within the lush rainforest, providing a peaceful and serene getaway.

Beach Amenities

Some of the amenities available at Playa Matapalo include:

  • Public restrooms
  • Onsite parking
  • Local restaurants serving fresh seafood
  • Guided tours for snorkeling, diving, surfing, and wildlife watching
  • Rental equipment for water sports

Visiting Playa Matapalo in Costa Rica promises a unique beach holiday experience with its unparalleled natural beauty, diverse wildlife, and exciting outdoor activities. Whether you're looking for relaxation or adventure, this stunning destination has something for everyone.

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