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 30° 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 26%.

The winds will be cross-on shore and light at 13kmh from the South-Southwest. The light winds will keep the temperatures feeling fresher.

Ballena Bay faces Southeast and sunset will be over the land behind the beach at 06:00 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 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 2.4mm rain on those days. Saturday will have 3.3mm of rain and Sunday will have 1.4mm of rain. Expect sunny spells but some cloudy periods with an average cloud cover of 68%.

BALLENA BAY - BEACH WEATHER FORECAST

Thu 11th June
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
26° 26° 26° 28° 29° 29° 28° 27°
14% 28% 17% 13% 12% 81% 20% 25%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
Fri 12th June
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
27° 26° 26° 28° 29° 29° 28° 27°
84% 18% 9% 19% 81% 72% 76% 72%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.1mm 0.1mm
30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
Sat 13th June
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
27° 27° 27° 29° 30° 29° 28° 28°
86% 73% 15% 79% 16% 76% 56% 56%
0.0mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 1.2mm 1.9mm
30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
Sun 14th June
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
27° 27° 27° 28° 29° 29° 28° 28°
87% 70% 85% 86% 81% 74% 73% 77%
0.6mm 0.0mm 0.2mm 0.4mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.1mm
30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
Mon 15th June
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
27° 27° 26° 28° 28° 29° 27° 27°
61% 55% 24% 44% 57% 80% 83% 42%
0.0mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.3mm 0.0mm
30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
Tue 16th June
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
27° 26° 26° 28° 29° 29° 27° 27°
72% 51% 27% 43% 79% 74% 70% 52%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.1mm 3.9mm 0.0mm
30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
Wed 17th June
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
25° 26° 26° 28° 29° 29° 27° 27°
59% 35% 56% 76% 54% 51% 85% 48%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.2mm 0.0mm 0.2mm 0.0mm
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30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
30°
Thu 11th June
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
4
kmh
9
kmh
12
kmh
11
kmh
6
kmh
13
kmh
9
kmh
4
kmh
0.6m
0.6m
0.6m
0.8m
0.8m
0.9m
0.8m
0.6m
15.3s 15.1s 14.7s 14.6s 14.5s 14.4s 14.3s 14.2s
Fri 12th June
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
8
kmh
12
kmh
9
kmh
4
kmh
9
kmh
13
kmh
9
kmh
5
kmh
0.8m
0.8m
0.6m
0.7m
0.5m
0.8m
0.6m
0.6m
14.0s 13.7s 13.6s 13.5s 13.5s 13.4s 13.4s 13.3s
Sat 13th June
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
5
kmh
7
kmh
6
kmh
1
kmh
11
kmh
15
kmh
12
kmh
9
kmh
0.6m
0.8m
0.6m
0.6m
0.6m
0.7m
0.8m
0.7m
13.1s 12.9s 15.8s 15.7s 15.5s 15.2s 15.0s 15.0s
Sun 14th June
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
5
kmh
6
kmh
7
kmh
4
kmh
9
kmh
9
kmh
12
kmh
6
kmh
0.6m
0.6m
0.6m
0.6m
0.7m
0.8m
0.9m
1.0m
14.9s 14.7s 14.6s 14.6s 14.6s 15.5s 15.4s 15.3s
Mon 15th June
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
8
kmh
13
kmh
10
kmh
2
kmh
1
kmh
13
kmh
10
kmh
6
kmh
0.6m
0.7m
0.7m
0.8m
0.9m
0.7m
0.8m
0.8m
15.1s 14.7s 14.6s 14.5s 14.4s 14.3s 14.1s 13.7s
Tue 16th June
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
5
kmh
6
kmh
8
kmh
1
kmh
11
kmh
15
kmh
8
kmh
18
kmh
0.8m
0.8m
0.8m
0.8m
0.7m
0.8m
0.6m
0.6m
13.6s 13.5s 13.5s 13.4s 13.1s 12.9s 12.8s 12.7s
Wed 17th June
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
7
kmh
4
kmh
5
kmh
4
kmh
6
kmh
13
kmh
8
kmh
1
kmh
0.6m
0.7m
0.6m
0.5m
0.6m
0.7m
0.6m
0.7m
12.7s 12.6s 12.5s 18.8s 18.3s 12.6s 17.7s 12.2s
Thu 11th June
Fri 12th June
Sat 13th June
Sun 14th June
Mon 15th June
Tue 16th June
Wed 17th June
Thu 11th June
29°
0.0mm
11kmh WSW
26%
Fri 12th June
29°
0.3mm
9kmh SSW
53%
Sat 13th June
30°
3.3mm
12kmh SE
57%
Sun 14th June
30°
1.4mm
13kmh ESE
79%
Mon 15th June
29°
0.4mm
10kmh SSE
55%
Tue 16th June
29°
4.1mm
8kmh S
58%
Wed 17th June
29°
0.4mm
10kmh S
58%
Thu 18th June
28°
1.8mm
8kmh SW
61%
Fri 19th June
29°
6.7mm
8kmh SSW
56%
Sat 20th June
27°
5.9mm
11kmh S
73%
Sun 21st June
27°
10.9mm
11kmh SSE
70%
Mon 22nd June
25°
3.9mm
12kmh SSE
71%
Tue 23rd June
26°
5.7mm
11kmh SSE
73%
Wed 24th June
27°
4.7mm
9kmh SW
70%

In the next 14 days average maximum daily temperatures will be 28° 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 13 days of light rain with an average of 3.8mm rain on those days. Average cloud cover will be 61%.

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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