Playa Hermosa North

Jacó, Costa Rica

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Surf Quality:
FAIR

Current Conditions

FAIR
Fair conditions - still worth a paddle. Tiny waves under 1ft with quality 9s ground swell but pretty windy at 13kt Note: winds from NE would be better.

🌬️ WIND

N
E
S
W
13
kt

🌊 SWELL

N
E
S
W
0.7
ft
🌊
Swell Height
0.7ft
🌊
Swell Period
9s
💨
Wind Speed
13kt
🌡️
Air Temp
25°C
💨
Wind Gusts
--kt
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Precipitation
0mm

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📍 Local Knowledge

Playa Hermosa North is an exposed beach break in Golfo de Nicoya that is usually a reliable spot, offering both left and right-hand waves. The most favorable conditions are a west groundswell with offshore winds from the northeast. The spot is sometimes crowded, and surfers should be aware of dangerous rips. The best time for consistent, clean waves is typically in January.

Best Swell: SW
Bottom: Sand

Ideal Conditions

Swell: W
Wind: NE

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