Beach Weather in Playa Matapalo, Cabo Matapalo, Costa Rica

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Beach Weather Today in Playa Matapalo

Today the maximum temperature will be 28° which is very warm and perfect for sunbathing. Today the water temperature will be 29° which is very warm and ideal for relaxing and swimming for the whole day.

Today will have 0.5mm of very light rain. Expect sunshine and sunny skies with an average cloud cover of 47%.

The winds will be side shore and light at 11kmh from the South West. The light winds will keep the temperatures feeling fresher.

Playa Matapalo faces East and sunset will be over the land behind the beach at 05:43 PM. Unfortunately there are chances that 75% 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 Matapalo

This weekend the average maximum daily temperatures will be 28° which is very warm and perfect for sunbathing. The average water temperature will be 29° 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 3.8mm rain on those days. Saturday will have 4.3mm of rain and Sunday will have 3.2mm of rain. Expect sunny spells but some cloudy periods with an average cloud cover of 65%.

PLAYA MATAPALO - BEACH WEATHER FORECAST

Tue 11th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
22° 21° 21° 27° 29° 28° 23° 22°
81% 82% 6% 4% 12% 83% 75% 37%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.4mm 0.0mm
29°
29°
29°
29°
29°
29°
29°
29°
Wed 12th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
21° 21° 20° 27° 29° 26° 23° 22°
26% 23% 9% 9% 73% 87% 75% 71%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.2mm 1.2mm 0.6mm 0.3mm
29°
29°
29°
29°
29°
29°
29°
29°
Thu 13th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
22° 22° 21° 26° 30° 26° 23° 23°
95% 72% 30% 78% 89% 69% 69% 89%
0.4mm 0.2mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 1.3mm 2.5mm 1.0mm
29°
29°
29°
29°
29°
29°
29°
29°
Fri 14th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
22° 21° 21° 26° 27° 25° 22° 22°
66% 76% 72% 76% 82% 100% 59% 74%
0.5mm 0.0mm 0.2mm 0.6mm 0.8mm 2.2mm 2.8mm 0.1mm
29°
29°
29°
29°
29°
29°
29°
29°
Sat 15th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
21° 20° 20° 25° 28° 26° 23° 22°
80% 77% 17% 6% 89% 78% 51% 87%
0.6mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.8mm 1.4mm 1.4mm
29°
29°
29°
29°
29°
29°
29°
29°
Sun 16th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
21° 21° 21° 24° 29° 28° 23° 22°
78% 71% 86% 18% 87% 84% 89% 51%
0.9mm 0.4mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.4mm 0.2mm 1.2mm
29°
29°
29°
29°
29°
29°
29°
29°
Mon 17th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
21° 21° 21° 26° 29° 27° 23° 22°
71% 74% 25% 17% 11% 82% 77% 85%
0.2mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.4mm 0.2mm 0.1mm
29°
29°
29°
29°
29°
29°
29°
29°
Tue 11th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
4
kmh
5
kmh
5
kmh
1
kmh
9
kmh
11
kmh
5
kmh
5
kmh
0.5m
0.5m
0.7m
0.4m
0.5m
0.5m
0.6m
0.4m
10.8s 10.8s 10.7s 10.6s 10.2s 10.0s 10.0s 9.9s
Wed 12th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
4
kmh
5
kmh
5
kmh
2
kmh
11
kmh
9
kmh
5
kmh
4
kmh
0.4m
0.5m
0.4m
0.5m
0.5m
0.5m
0.4m
0.3m
9.9s 9.8s 9.8s 13.0s 13.0s 12.7s 9.3s 12.2s
Thu 13th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
5
kmh
5
kmh
5
kmh
2
kmh
9
kmh
10
kmh
7
kmh
1
kmh
0.4m
0.5m
0.5m
0.4m
0.5m
0.5m
0.4m
0.4m
12.1s 12.1s 12.0s 12.0s 11.9s 11.9s 11.7s 11.4s
Fri 14th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
3
kmh
4
kmh
4
kmh
0
kmh
7
kmh
7
kmh
3
kmh
3
kmh
0.5m
0.5m
0.5m
0.5m
0.5m
0.4m
0.5m
0.4m
11.2s 11.1s 11.0s 10.9s 10.9s 10.8s 10.8s 10.6s
Sat 15th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
4
kmh
5
kmh
5
kmh
3
kmh
9
kmh
9
kmh
3
kmh
4
kmh
0.4m
0.5m
0.5m
0.4m
0.5m
0.5m
0.5m
0.4m
10.3s 14.2s 14.2s 13.9s 13.7s 13.7s 13.6s 12.9s
Sun 16th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
5
kmh
3
kmh
4
kmh
2
kmh
7
kmh
9
kmh
3
kmh
4
kmh
0.5m
0.5m
0.5m
0.6m
0.7m
1.0m
0.5m
0.5m
12.3s 12.2s 12.1s 12.1s 12.0s 11.9s 11.6s 11.4s
Mon 17th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
5
kmh
5
kmh
5
kmh
5
kmh
10
kmh
10
kmh
3
kmh
3
kmh
0.5m
0.7m
0.6m
0.6m
0.6m
0.6m
0.5m
0.6m
11.3s 11.0s 10.9s 10.8s 10.7s 10.6s 10.6s 10.6s
Tue 11th February
1:42 AM 8:04 AM 2:21 PM 8:26 PM
2.64 0.07 2.61 0.27
Wed 12th February
2:33 AM 3:07 PM 9:12 PM
2.71 2.72 0.18
Thu 13th February
3:18 AM 3:47 PM 9:54 PM
2.74 2.79 0.13
Fri 14th February
3:58 AM 4:24 PM 10:32 PM
2.74 2.80 0.13
Sat 15th February
4:35 AM 10:44 AM 4:58 PM 11:07 PM
2.68 0.03 2.77 0.17
Sun 16th February
5:10 AM 11:16 AM 5:30 PM 11:41 PM
2.59 0.13 2.70 0.25
Mon 17th February
5:43 AM 11:47 AM 6:02 PM
2.47 0.26 2.61
Tue 11th February
30°
0.5mm
9kmh SSW
47%
Wed 12th February
29°
2.3mm
10kmh SSW
46%
Thu 13th February
30°
5.5mm
9kmh SW
73%
Fri 14th February
27°
7.2mm
7kmh SSW
75%
Sat 15th February
28°
4.3mm
9kmh SW
60%
Sun 16th February
29°
3.2mm
7kmh SW
70%
Mon 17th February
29°
0.9mm
9kmh S
55%
Tue 18th February
29°
2.7mm
9kmh SSW
50%
Wed 19th February
29°
3.7mm
10kmh SW
43%
Thu 20th February
27°
4.7mm
8kmh SW
69%
Fri 21st February
27°
5.0mm
7kmh SW
78%
Sat 22nd February
29°
2.7mm
9kmh SSW
54%
Sun 23rd February
29°
3.1mm
8kmh SW
76%
Mon 24th February
29°
2.4mm
9kmh SSW
65%

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 29° which is very warm and ideal for relaxing and swimming for the whole day. There will be 14 days of light rain with an average of 3.4mm rain on those days. Average cloud cover will be 62%.

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

Taking a Holiday at Playa Matapalo, Cabo Matapalo, Osa Peninsula, South Pacific Region, Costa Rica

Taking a holiday at the beach in Playa Matapalo, Cabo Matapalo, Osa Peninsula, South Pacific Region, Costa Rica is an ideal getaway for those looking to relax and enjoy the natural beauty of the country. This stunning location offers pristine beaches, lush rainforests, and abundant wildlife, making it a perfect destination for beach aficionados and nature enthusiasts alike.

Beach Type

Playa Matapalo features a mix of coarse golden sand and rocky areas along its shoreline. The beach is known for its secluded atmosphere and unspoiled beauty. While the sand may not be powdery white like other popular beaches in Costa Rica, its rustic charm and picturesque surroundings more than make up for it. The rocky areas along the shore provide excellent opportunities for snorkeling and diving, as they attract a variety of marine life.

Beach Activities

Some recommended beach activities at Playa Matapalo include:

  • Snorkeling and Diving: With its rocky areas and nearby coral reefs, Playa Matapalo offers exceptional snorkeling and diving opportunities. You can expect to see various tropical fish species, sea turtles, manta rays, eels, and even sharks.

  • Surfing: Playa Matapalo is known as one of the best surfing spots in Costa Rica due to its consistent waves that cater to surfers of all skill levels.

  • Wildlife Watching: The Osa Peninsula is home to an incredible array of flora and fauna. Visitors can take guided tours through the nearby rainforest or simply enjoy birdwatching along the beach.

  • Hiking: There are several hiking trails in the area that allow visitors to explore the surrounding rainforest or visit nearby waterfalls.

  • Horseback Riding: Guided horseback riding tours are available along the beach or through local trails.

Accommodations

There are several eco-lodges and boutique hotels located near Playa Matapalo that offer beachfront accommodations. Some recommended options include:

  • Lapa Rios Lodge: A luxury eco-lodge that offers stunning ocean views and a variety of nature-focused activities.
  • Encanta La Vida: A boutique hotel that provides comfortable accommodations and easy access to the beach and jungle.
  • Blue Osa Yoga Retreat & Spa: A wellness-focused retreat that offers yoga classes, spa services, and healthy meals.

Areas to Stay In

The best area to stay in near Playa Matapalo is Cabo Matapalo, which is located at the southern tip of the Osa Peninsula. This area offers easy access to the beach as well as a variety of outdoor activities and wildlife tours. Visitors can choose from a range of eco-friendly lodges or boutique hotels that are nestled within the lush rainforest, providing a peaceful and serene getaway.

Beach Amenities

Some of the amenities available at Playa Matapalo include:

  • Public restrooms
  • Onsite parking
  • Local restaurants serving fresh seafood
  • Guided tours for snorkeling, diving, surfing, and wildlife watching
  • Rental equipment for water sports

Visiting Playa Matapalo in Costa Rica promises a unique beach holiday experience with its unparalleled natural beauty, diverse wildlife, and exciting outdoor activities. Whether you're looking for relaxation or adventure, this stunning destination has something for everyone.

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