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 lots of sunshine and clear skies with an average cloud cover of 31%.

The winds will be cross-on shore and moderate at 21kmh 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 05:51 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 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 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 4.9mm rain on those days. Saturday will have 3.1mm of rain and Sunday will have 6.7mm of rain. Expect sunny spells but some cloudy periods with an average cloud cover of 65%.

BALLENA BAY - BEACH WEATHER FORECAST

Thu 30th April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
28° 27° 27° 29° 30° 30° 29° 28°
12% 17% 72% 8% 11% 12% 31% 88%
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 1st May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
28° 27° 27° 29° 29° 29° 28° 28°
80% 78% 23% 79% 75% 31% 78% 72%
0.7mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.5mm 0.0mm 1.1mm 0.4mm
30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
Sat 2nd May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
27° 27° 27° 29° 28° 29° 27° 27°
74% 92% 61% 47% 59% 79% 74% 81%
0.0mm 0.4mm 0.4mm 0.0mm 0.2mm 0.3mm 0.1mm 1.7mm
30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
Sun 3rd May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
27° 27° 27° 28° 29° 29° 27° 25°
60% 66% 36% 29% 76% 78% 59% 74%
0.3mm 1.4mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.3mm 0.9mm 3.7mm 0.1mm
30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
Mon 4th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
26° 26° 26° 28° 29° 29° 28° 28°
79% 48% 74% 51% 74% 83% 81% 70%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.6mm 0.5mm 0.2mm 0.1mm 1.7mm 0.2mm
30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
Tue 5th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
27° 27° 27° 29° 29° 29° 28° 26°
90% 29% 72% 37% 80% 71% 85% 64%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.2mm 0.4mm 1.1mm 13.4mm
30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
Wed 6th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
25° 26° 26° 28° 29° 29° 28° 27°
83% 68% 48% 45% 80% 89% 54% 52%
1.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.3mm 0.1mm 0.4mm 1.1mm
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30°
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Thu 30th April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
3
kmh
8
kmh
8
kmh
4
kmh
15
kmh
21
kmh
12
kmh
1
kmh
1.2m
0.9m
0.8m
0.8m
0.9m
1.0m
0.9m
0.8m
13.1s 12.8s 12.7s 12.6s 12.5s 12.4s 12.5s 12.5s
Fri 1st May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
6
kmh
6
kmh
6
kmh
3
kmh
18
kmh
19
kmh
12
kmh
12
kmh
0.8m
0.8m
0.8m
0.8m
0.9m
0.9m
0.8m
0.5m
12.4s 12.3s 12.1s 11.9s 11.9s 11.8s 11.8s 11.7s
Sat 2nd May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
5
kmh
4
kmh
2
kmh
3
kmh
15
kmh
15
kmh
12
kmh
8
kmh
0.9m
0.8m
0.5m
0.5m
0.5m
0.9m
0.9m
0.9m
11.6s 11.4s 11.3s 11.3s 11.5s 11.5s 11.5s 11.2s
Sun 3rd May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
12
kmh
6
kmh
5
kmh
8
kmh
7
kmh
18
kmh
22
kmh
10
kmh
0.8m
0.5m
0.7m
0.5m
0.7m
0.9m
0.9m
0.8m
11.0s 10.8s 10.8s 10.8s 10.7s 10.6s 10.3s 10.0s
Mon 4th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
4
kmh
1
kmh
2
kmh
2
kmh
11
kmh
13
kmh
7
kmh
4
kmh
0.7m
0.6m
0.6m
0.6m
0.6m
0.7m
0.4m
0.4m
9.9s 9.8s 9.7s 9.6s 9.5s 9.3s 9.2s 9.1s
Tue 5th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
1
kmh
1
kmh
4
kmh
1
kmh
13
kmh
16
kmh
11
kmh
8
kmh
0.5m
0.4m
0.4m
0.5m
0.6m
0.6m
0.5m
0.5m
13.4s 13.0s 12.8s 12.7s 12.6s 15.3s 15.2s 14.8s
Wed 6th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
9
kmh
5
kmh
2
kmh
3
kmh
10
kmh
13
kmh
13
kmh
9
kmh
0.5m
0.4m
0.4m
0.5m
0.5m
0.7m
0.6m
0.8m
14.5s 14.4s 14.3s 14.2s 14.0s 16.5s 16.1s 15.5s
Thu 30th April
1:49 AM 7:49 AM 2:03 PM 8:22 PM
2.36 0.47 2.61 0.31
Fri 1st May
2:30 AM 8:29 AM 2:40 PM 9:00 PM
2.40 0.44 2.64 0.25
Sat 2nd May
3:08 AM 9:07 AM 3:16 PM 9:37 PM
2.42 0.42 2.65 0.23
Sun 3rd May
3:45 AM 9:43 AM 3:52 PM 10:13 PM
2.41 0.43 2.62 0.24
Mon 4th May
4:21 AM 10:19 AM 4:27 PM 10:49 PM
2.37 0.47 2.56 0.28
Tue 5th May
4:58 AM 10:55 AM 5:04 PM 11:25 PM
2.31 0.53 2.48 0.35
Wed 6th May
5:38 AM 11:31 AM 5:41 PM
2.23 0.62 2.38
Thu 30th April
30°
0.0mm
13kmh S
31%
Fri 1st May
30°
2.7mm
15kmh SW
64%
Sat 2nd May
29°
3.1mm
10kmh SSW
70%
Sun 3rd May
29°
6.7mm
12kmh WSW
59%
Mon 4th May
29°
3.3mm
12kmh S
70%
Tue 5th May
29°
15.1mm
11kmh SSW
66%
Wed 6th May
29°
2.9mm
13kmh SSE
64%
Thu 7th May
29°
1.0mm
16kmh SE
60%
Fri 8th May
29°
5.3mm
10kmh SSW
59%
Sat 9th May
29°
1.3mm
10kmh S
72%
Sun 10th May
30°
2.9mm
9kmh SSE
74%
Mon 11th May
30°
0.0mm
8kmh SSW
25%
Tue 12th May
30°
1.8mm
8kmh S
30%
Wed 13th May
29°
3.2mm
13kmh SSE
66%

In the next 14 days 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 12 days of light rain with an average of 4.1mm rain on those days. Average cloud cover will be 58%.

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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