Playa Tamarindo Forecast & Report

🌊 Swell

  • Swell Direction: SSW, SW, or WSW
  • Swell Size: 3ft to 6ft is ideal for most levels
  • Period: 12–16 seconds is best for powerful, clean waves

 

💨 Wind

  • Wind Direction: Light offshore winds from the east (E or ENE)
  • Best Wind Time: Early morning (sunrise to 9 AM) and sunset hours

 

📅 Tide

  • Best Tides: Mid to high tide tends to work best
    • Some spots (like the river mouth) work well on a pushing tide
    • Longboarders may prefer mid-tide on the beach break

 

🌅 Time of Day

  • Early morning (sunrise) and late afternoon are best due to wind patterns
  • Midday often has onshore winds, causing choppier conditions

 

🏖 Seasons

  • Rainy season (May to October): More consistent and larger SW swells
  • Dry season (November to April): Smaller waves, perfect for beginners and longboarders

 

🏄‍♀️ Break Types

  • River Mouth (Estero): Faster, hollower wave, great for shortboards
  • Main Beach: Softer peaks, good for beginners
  • Pico Pequeño & Pico Grande: More advanced reef-style breaks
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