Beach Weather in Playa Prieta, Peninsula Papagayo, Costa Rica

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Beach Weather Today in Playa Prieta

Today the maximum temperature will be 31° 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 be dry with no rain showers. Expect lots of sunshine and clear skies with an average cloud cover of 34%.

The winds will be cross-off shore and moderate at 16kmh from the East-Northeast. The moderate winds will keep the temperatures feeling fresher.

Playa Prieta faces West and the sunset will be visible over the ocean to the West at 06:07 PM. Unfortunately there are chances that 77% 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 Prieta

This weekend the average maximum daily temperatures will be 31° 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 very light rain with an average of 0.8mm rain on those days. Saturday will have 1.5mm of rain and Sunday will have 0.1mm of rain. Expect lots of sunshine and clear skies with an average cloud cover of 39%.

PLAYA PRIETA - BEACH WEATHER FORECAST

Wed 29th July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
25° 25° 25° 28° 31° 32° 29° 27°
17% 19% 11% 8% 97% 41% 77% 5%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
27°
27°
27°
27°
27°
27°
27°
27°
Thu 30th July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
26° 26° 26° 30° 33° 33° 30° 28°
7% 12% 5% 23% 45% 44% 18% 22%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
27°
27°
27°
27°
27°
27°
27°
27°
Fri 31st July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
26° 25° 25° 30° 32° 30° 28° 27°
15% 22% 14% 13% 66% 68% 75% 79%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.7mm 0.0mm
27°
27°
27°
27°
27°
27°
27°
27°
Sat 1st August
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
26° 25° 25° 30° 31° 32° 29° 26°
20% 35% 27% 32% 51% 46% 86% 23%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 1.5mm 0.0mm
27°
27°
27°
27°
27°
27°
27°
27°
Sun 2nd August
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
25° 25° 25° 29° 31° 31° 28° 26°
29% 31% 44% 24% 49% 52% 52% 34%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
27°
27°
27°
27°
27°
27°
27°
27°
Mon 3rd August
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
26° 25° 25° 28° 31° 30° 27° 26°
55% 37% 43% 24% 35% 87% 53% 87%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.4mm 0.1mm
27°
27°
27°
27°
27°
27°
27°
27°
Tue 4th August
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
26° 26° 26° 29° 31° 32° 30° 27°
37% 34% 67% 32% 55% 45% 87% 44%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
27°
27°
27°
27°
27°
27°
27°
27°
Wed 29th July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
6
kmh
8
kmh
8
kmh
4
kmh
11
kmh
3
kmh
9
kmh
16
kmh
0.2m
0.2m
1.4m
1.3m
1.4m
0.9m
1.3m
1.4m
16.4s 16.1s 15.6s 15.6s 15.5s 15.3s 15.2s 15.1s
Thu 30th July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
21
kmh
20
kmh
16
kmh
15
kmh
11
kmh
7
kmh
7
kmh
17
kmh
1.1m
1.2m
0.9m
0.8m
1.1m
1.1m
1.2m
1.4m
14.9s 14.7s 14.5s 14.4s 14.3s 14.2s 14.0s 13.8s
Fri 31st July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
18
kmh
15
kmh
13
kmh
9
kmh
12
kmh
16
kmh
13
kmh
6
kmh
1.2m
1.1m
1.1m
1.1m
0.7m
0.8m
0.9m
0.7m
13.7s 13.6s 13.4s 13.1s 13.0s 12.9s 12.8s 12.9s
Sat 1st August
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
10
kmh
13
kmh
13
kmh
13
kmh
7
kmh
9
kmh
5
kmh
14
kmh
0.7m
0.7m
0.8m
0.7m
0.6m
1.1m
1.0m
1.0m
12.9s 13.1s 13.1s 12.8s 12.6s 12.4s 12.5s 12.4s
Sun 2nd August
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
12
kmh
10
kmh
9
kmh
7
kmh
11
kmh
9
kmh
17
kmh
9
kmh
0.7m
0.6m
0.5m
0.6m
0.7m
1.2m
0.8m
0.6m
12.4s 12.2s 12.0s 11.8s 11.8s 10.4s 10.5s 10.8s
Mon 3rd August
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
11
kmh
9
kmh
7
kmh
4
kmh
9
kmh
15
kmh
15
kmh
12
kmh
0.9m
0.6m
0.5m
0.6m
0.6m
0.6m
0.7m
0.5m
10.7s 10.5s 10.3s 13.6s 13.5s 13.5s 13.4s 13.2s
Tue 4th August
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
9
kmh
5
kmh
6
kmh
8
kmh
10
kmh
8
kmh
4
kmh
16
kmh
0.6m
0.5m
0.5m
0.5m
0.7m
0.9m
0.6m
0.6m
12.9s 12.8s 12.7s 12.6s 7.5s 8.2s 8.3s 8.3s
Wed 29th July
2:44 AM 8:46 AM 2:53 PM 9:06 PM
2.22 0.72 2.30 0.54
Thu 30th July
3:21 AM 9:25 AM 3:33 PM 9:43 PM
2.34 0.62 2.37 0.49
Fri 31st July
3:57 AM 10:03 AM 4:10 PM 10:18 PM
2.43 0.54 2.42 0.46
Sat 1st August
4:32 AM 10:41 AM 4:47 PM 10:52 PM
2.51 0.49 2.43 0.46
Sun 2nd August
5:06 AM 11:18 AM 5:23 PM 11:26 PM
2.56 0.46 2.41 0.47
Mon 3rd August
5:41 AM 11:56 AM 6:01 PM
2.59 0.45 2.37
Tue 4th August
12:02 AM 6:18 AM 12:37 PM 6:42 PM
0.49 2.59 0.45 2.31
Wed 29th July
32°
0.0mm
5kmh WNW
34%
Thu 30th July
33°
0.0mm
17kmh ENE
22%
Fri 31st July
32°
0.7mm
8kmh W
44%
Sat 1st August
32°
1.5mm
8kmh NNE
40%
Sun 2nd August
31°
0.1mm
7kmh WNW
39%
Mon 3rd August
31°
0.5mm
8kmh W
52%
Tue 4th August
32°
0.0mm
5kmh WNW
50%
Wed 5th August
31°
0.8mm
8kmh WNW
52%
Thu 6th August
32°
0.1mm
13kmh NE
58%
Fri 7th August
32°
0.0mm
18kmh ENE
47%
Sat 8th August
33°
0.0mm
15kmh NE
26%
Sun 9th August
34°
0.0mm
20kmh ENE
31%
Mon 10th August
32°
0.0mm
9kmh NW
22%
Tue 11th August
32°
0.0mm
6kmh WNW
28%

In the next 14 days average maximum daily temperatures will be 32° 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 6 days of very light rain with an average of 0.6mm rain on those days. Average cloud cover will be 39%.

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

Taking a Holiday at Playa Prieta, Peninsula Papagayo, Guanacaste Region, Costa Rica

Playa Prieta is a beautiful beach located on the stunning Peninsula Papagayo in the Guanacaste Region of Costa Rica. This pristine beach offers a serene and tranquil atmosphere, perfect for a relaxing holiday. With warm weather all year round, Playa Prieta provides an ideal destination for beach goers seeking to escape the hustle and bustle of daily life.

Beach Type

Playa Prieta boasts dark sand that contrasts beautifully with the crystal-clear waters of the Pacific Ocean. The beach is lined with lush vegetation and palm trees that offer natural shade, making it perfect for those looking to spend an entire day at the beach. While not as powdery as some white sand beaches, Playa Prieta's sand is still soft and comfortable for lounging.

The beach also features some rocky areas and small coves, which are great spots for snorkeling and diving. The underwater landscape attracts a variety of marine life, ensuring a thrilling experience for snorkelers and divers alike.

Beach Activities

Some popular activities at Playa Prieta include:

  • Swimming: The calm waters at Playa Prieta make it an excellent spot for swimming, suitable for people of all ages.
  • Snorkeling and diving: With its rocky areas and diverse marine life, Playa Prieta offers exciting opportunities for snorkeling and diving enthusiasts.
  • Sunbathing: The warm sun, soft sand, and natural shade from palm trees create a perfect environment for sunbathing and relaxation.
  • Beach walks: The picturesque scenery at Playa Prieta makes it ideal for leisurely strolls along the shoreline.

Accommodations

While there are no hotels directly on Playa Prieta's shores, there are several luxurious resorts nearby that cater to those looking to stay close to this beautiful beach. Some options include:

Areas to Stay In

Some areas to consider staying in when visiting Playa Prieta include:

  • Peninsula Papagayo: This exclusive area offers luxury accommodations and is home to some of Costa Rica's most stunning beaches, including Playa Prieta. It also features an 18-hole golf course, marina, and various dining options.
  • Playas del Coco: Located approximately 30 minutes away from Playa Prieta, Playas del Coco is a lively beach town with plenty of accommodations, restaurants, and shops.

Beach Amenities

Playa Prieta offers several amenities for visitors to enjoy:

  • Parking area
  • Restrooms (available at nearby resorts for their guests)
  • Beach chairs and umbrellas (for resort guests)
  • Snorkeling and diving equipment rental (through nearby resorts)

Overall, a holiday at Playa Prieta in Peninsula Papagayo promises a relaxing and rejuvenating experience. With its stunning natural beauty, calm waters, and luxurious accommodations nearby, it's the perfect destination for a beach getaway in Costa Rica.

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