Beach Weather in Ballena Bay, Nicoya Peninsula, Costa Rica

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Beach Weather Today in Ballena Bay

Today the maximum temperature will be 29° which is very warm and perfect for sunbathing. Today the water temperature will be 28° 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 7%.

The winds will be on shore and moderate at 18kmh from the South. The moderate winds will keep the temperatures feeling fresher. The moderate onshore winds may make conditions a little more choppy for swimming.

Ballena Bay faces Southeast and sunset will be over the land behind the beach at 05:44 PM. The skies should be very 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 Ballena Bay

This weekend the average maximum daily temperatures will be 29° which is very warm and perfect for sunbathing. The average water temperature will be 26° which is very warm and ideal for relaxing and swimming for the whole day.

There will be no rainy days at all this weekend. Expect plentiful sunshine and mostly clear blue skies with an average cloud cover of 29%.

BALLENA BAY - BEACH WEATHER FORECAST

Thu 29th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
22° 22° 22° 28° 32° 31° 26° 24°
2% 2% 2% 2% 9% 18% 13% 11%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
28°
28°
28°
28°
28°
28°
28°
28°
Fri 30th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
23° 23° 23° 28° 31° 31° 26° 24°
21% 29% 21% 5% 4% 8% 14% 16%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
28°
28°
28°
28°
28°
28°
28°
28°
Sat 31st January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
23° 22° 23° 27° 30° 30° 26° 25°
13% 82% 32% 26% 24% 30% 32% 27%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
26°
26°
26°
26°
26°
26°
26°
26°
Sun 1st February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
25° 24° 24° 28° 30° 29° 25° 25°
36% 30% 18% 20% 20% 25% 27% 30%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
26°
26°
26°
26°
26°
26°
26°
26°
Mon 2nd February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
23° 22° 21° 26° 28° 27° 23° 23°
23% 16% 20% 8% 5% 6% 5% 85%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
28°
28°
28°
28°
28°
28°
28°
28°
Tue 3rd February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
23° 23° 23° 26° 28° 29° 24° 23°
4% 4% 6% 5% 4% 4% 4% 6%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
28°
28°
28°
28°
28°
28°
28°
28°
Wed 4th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
23° 22° 22° 27° 31° 30° 25° 24°
7% 12% 12% 11% 19% 28% 14% 5%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
28°
28°
28°
28°
28°
28°
28°
28°
Thu 29th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
13
kmh
14
kmh
10
kmh
11
kmh
13
kmh
18
kmh
8
kmh
7
kmh
0.7m
0.4m
0.5m
0.5m
0.5m
0.9m
0.5m
0.4m
11.2s 11.2s 10.8s 10.7s 10.7s 10.8s 10.9s 14.9s
Fri 30th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
12
kmh
8
kmh
10
kmh
16
kmh
13
kmh
17
kmh
11
kmh
5
kmh
0.5m
0.5m
0.6m
0.7m
0.6m
0.8m
0.6m
0.6m
15.0s 15.1s 15.0s 14.6s 14.5s 14.4s 14.3s 14.0s
Sat 31st January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
5
kmh
11
kmh
11
kmh
14
kmh
21
kmh
14
kmh
20
kmh
22
kmh
0.6m
0.6m
0.6m
0.8m
1.0m
1.0m
0.8m
0.9m
13.7s 13.6s 13.6s 13.5s 13.3s 13.2s 13.1s 12.9s
Sun 1st February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
24
kmh
33
kmh
28
kmh
32
kmh
36
kmh
35
kmh
37
kmh
31
kmh
1.1m
1.3m
1.1m
1.2m
1.6m
1.7m
1.4m
1.3m
12.7s 12.7s 12.6s 12.6s 12.6s 12.5s 12.5s 12.4s
Mon 2nd February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
40
kmh
36
kmh
28
kmh
34
kmh
39
kmh
41
kmh
33
kmh
36
kmh
1.4m
1.3m
0.9m
1.0m
1.4m
1.3m
1.2m
1.4m
12.4s 12.3s 12.0s 11.8s 12.0s 13.5s 13.4s 13.3s
Tue 3rd February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
31
kmh
31
kmh
28
kmh
32
kmh
36
kmh
35
kmh
32
kmh
24
kmh
1.1m
1.0m
1.1m
1.1m
1.2m
1.1m
0.9m
0.6m
13.2s 12.9s 12.6s 12.5s 12.5s 12.4s 12.3s 12.0s
Wed 4th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
19
kmh
18
kmh
18
kmh
20
kmh
25
kmh
12
kmh
7
kmh
3
kmh
0.7m
0.7m
0.6m
0.7m
1.0m
0.7m
0.3m
0.4m
11.8s 11.7s 11.7s 11.7s 11.7s 11.6s 11.3s 11.2s
Thu 29th January
5:02 AM 11:17 AM 5:18 PM 11:42 PM
0.50 2.13 0.62 2.45
Fri 30th January
6:11 AM 12:28 PM 6:29 PM
0.41 2.24 0.53
Sat 31st January
12:49 AM 7:13 AM 1:31 PM 7:32 PM
2.53 0.30 2.39 0.42
Sun 1st February
1:49 AM 8:08 AM 2:25 PM 8:29 PM
2.63 0.17 2.56 0.30
Mon 2nd February
2:42 AM 8:58 AM 3:15 PM 9:21 PM
2.72 0.07 2.71 0.21
Tue 3rd February
3:30 AM 9:45 AM 4:00 PM 10:09 PM
2.77 0.02 2.80 0.16
Wed 4th February
4:15 AM 10:28 AM 4:43 PM 10:54 PM
2.76 0.02 2.83 0.17
Thu 29th January
32°
0.0mm
3kmh NNW
7%
Fri 30th January
32°
0.0mm
9kmh NNW
14%
Sat 31st January
30°
0.0mm
14kmh NNE
33%
Sun 1st February
30°
0.0mm
32kmh NE
25%
Mon 2nd February
28°
0.0mm
26kmh NNE
21%
Tue 3rd February
29°
0.0mm
23kmh NNE
4%
Wed 4th February
31°
0.0mm
19kmh NNE
13%
Thu 5th February
32°
0.0mm
8kmh WNW
15%
Fri 6th February
33°
0.1mm
9kmh NE
24%
Sat 7th February
32°
0.0mm
11kmh N
27%
Sun 8th February
32°
0.0mm
10kmh NNE
37%
Mon 9th February
32°
0.0mm
14kmh NNE
39%
Tue 10th February
32°
0.0mm
8kmh WNW
9%
Wed 11th February
32°
0.0mm
6kmh WSW
15%

In the next 14 days 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 no rainy days at all. Average cloud cover will be 20%.

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

Taking a Holiday at Ballena Bay, Nicoya Peninsula, Costa Rica

Visiting the beautiful Ballena Bay in Nicoya Peninsula, Costa Rica, is a perfect holiday getaway for beach goers. This tropical paradise offers visitors a chance to experience the unspoiled beauty of the Pacific coastline and immerse themselves in the rich biodiversity of the region.

Beach Type

The beach at Ballena Bay features soft and powdery yellow sand with some rocky areas, making it ideal for sunbathing, swimming, and exploring tide pools. While it may not have the pure white sands found at other tropical beaches, its natural beauty more than makes up for it. The presence of rocks and reef formations near the shore provides an excellent opportunity for snorkeling and diving enthusiasts as these provide habitats for various marine species.

Beach Activities

Popular beach activities at Ballena Bay include:

  • Swimming: The calm waters make it an excellent spot for swimmers of all skill levels.
  • Snorkeling & Diving: The presence of rocks and reefs near the shore makes this location perfect for observing marine life.
  • Surfing: Ballena Bay offers consistent waves suitable for beginner to intermediate surfers.
  • Fishing: Try your hand at catching local fish species from the shore or on a fishing tour.
  • Boat Tours & Wildlife Watching: Explore nearby mangroves, caves, and islands while keeping an eye out for dolphins, whales, and sea turtles.

Accommodations

Visitors to Ballena Bay can choose from a range of accommodations to suit their preferences. Some popular options include:

  • Playa Nicuesa Rainforest Lodge: This eco-lodge is located within a 165-acre private preserve with access to both the beach and rainforest.
  • Aguila de Osa Inn: This boutique hotel offers comfortable rooms overlooking Drake Bay and organizes boat tours to explore nearby Corcovado National Park.

Areas to Stay In

Some recommended areas to stay in near Ballena Bay are:

  • Uvita: This small town offers a variety of accommodations, restaurants, and shops. It is also close to Marino Ballena National Park, known for its famous whale tail-shaped sandbar.
  • Ojochal: This quaint village is a great base for exploring the South Pacific coast and offers various lodging options, including eco-lodges and boutique hotels.
  • Dominical: A laid-back surf town with a beautiful beach, Dominical offers various accommodation options and is a great place to enjoy local cuisine.

Beach Amenities

Ballena Bay offers visitors several amenities to ensure their comfort during their beach holiday:

  • Public restrooms and showers
  • Beachfront bars and restaurants
  • Lifeguards on duty during peak season
  • Umbrella and chair rentals
  • Parking lots near the beach

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