La-China Surf Report & Forecast
El Roble, Costa Rica
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🌬️ WIND
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E
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W
5
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🌊 SWELL
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E
S
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2.4
ft
ft
SWELL
HEIGHT
HEIGHT
2.4ft
SWELL
PERIOD
PERIOD
12s
WIND GUSTS
8kt
AIR TEMP
20°C
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SWELL
SWELL
1ft @
19s
19s
PRECIPITATION
0mm
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📊 7-Day Detailed Forecast
Expandable daily forecasts with hourly details| Time | Quality | Swell Height | Period | Swell Dir | Wind Speed | Wind Dir | Gusts | Air Temp | Water Temp | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12:00 AM | EXCELLENT | 2.5ft | 13s | SSW | 3kt | NNW | 7kt | 25°C | 29°C | 0.1mm |
| 1:00 AM | EXCELLENT | 2.4ft | 13s | SSW | 4kt | N | 7kt | 24°C | 30°C | 0.1mm |
| 2:00 AM | EXCELLENT | 2.4ft | 13s | SSW | 4kt | NNE | 6kt | 23°C | 30°C | 0.1mm |
| 3:00 AM | EXCELLENT | 2.4ft | 13s | SSW | 4kt | NNE | 5kt | 22°C | 30°C | 0mm |
| 4:00 AM | EXCELLENT | 2.4ft | 13s | SSW | 4kt | NNE | 6kt | 22°C | 30°C | 0mm |
| 5:00 AM | EXCELLENT | 2.4ft | 13s | SSW | 4kt | NE | 7kt | 22°C | 30°C | 0mm |
| 6:00 AM | EXCELLENT | 2.5ft | 13s | SSW | 4kt | NE | 7kt | 21°C | 30°C | 0mm |
| 7:00 AM | EXCELLENT | 2.4ft | 13s | SSW | 4kt | NNE | 7kt | 21°C | 30°C | 0mm |
| 8:00 AM | EXCELLENT | 2.4ft | 12s | SSW | 4kt | NNE | 7kt | 21°C | 30°C | 0mm |
| 9:00 AM | EXCELLENT | 2.4ft | 12s | SSW | 4kt | NNE | 7kt | 20°C | 30°C | 0mm |
| 10:00 AM | EXCELLENT | 2.4ft | 12s | SSW | 5kt | NNE | 8kt | 20°C | 30°C | 0mm |
| 11:00 AM | EXCELLENT | 2.3ft | 12s | SSW | 5kt | NNE | 8kt | 21°C | 30°C | 0mm |
| 12:00 PM | EXCELLENT | 2.3ft | 12s | SSW | 5kt | NNE | 8kt | 21°C | 30°C | 0mm |
| 1:00 PM | EXCELLENT | 2.3ft | 12s | SSW | 4kt | NNE | 7kt | 24°C | 30°C | 0mm |
| 2:00 PM | EXCELLENT | 2.2ft | 12s | SSW | 3kt | NNE | 7kt | 27°C | 30°C | 0mm |
| 3:00 PM | EXCELLENT | 2.2ft | 12s | SSW | 2kt | NNE | 6kt | 31°C | 30°C | 0mm |
| 4:00 PM | EXCELLENT | 2.2ft | 12s | SSW | 2kt | NNW | 6kt | 31°C | 30°C | 0mm |
| 5:00 PM | EXCELLENT | 2.2ft | 12s | SSW | 3kt | W | 6kt | 32°C | 30°C | 0mm |
| 6:00 PM | EXCELLENT | 2.2ft | 12s | SSW | 3kt | SSW | 6kt | 32°C | 30°C | 0mm |
| 7:00 PM | EXCELLENT | 2.2ft | 12s | SSW | 4kt | SW | 5kt | 31°C | 30°C | 0mm |
| 8:00 PM | EXCELLENT | 2.1ft | 12s | SSW | 4kt | WSW | 5kt | 31°C | 30°C | 0mm |
| 9:00 PM | EXCELLENT | 2.1ft | 12s | SSW | 4kt | W | 4kt | 30°C | 30°C | 0mm |
| 10:00 PM | EXCELLENT | 2.1ft | 12s | SSW | 4kt | NW | 4kt | 28°C | 30°C | 0mm |
| 11:00 PM | EXCELLENT | 2.1ft | 12s | SSW | 3kt | NNW | 5kt | 27°C | 30°C | 0mm |
Friday
Apr 10EXCELLENT22 excellent hours
🌊 2.0-2.2ft 💨 1-6kt 🌡️ 21-31°C
Saturday
Apr 11EXCELLENT24 excellent hours
🌊 2.0-2.3ft 💨 2-4kt 🌡️ 21-34°C
Sunday
Apr 12EXCELLENT15 excellent hours
🌊 1.8-2.2ft 💨 2-4kt 🌡️ 21-35°C
Monday
Apr 13EXCELLENT15 excellent hours
🌊 1.7-2.0ft 💨 2-5kt 🌡️ 19-35°C
Tuesday
Apr 14GOOD7 excellent hours
🌊 1.9-2.0ft 💨 2-7kt 🌡️ 19-33°C
Wednesday
Apr 15GOOD5 excellent hours
🌊 1.6-1.9ft 💨 2-7kt 🌡️ 20-33°C
Forecast Summary
Best Day:Check forecast for optimal conditions
Average Swell:2.2ft @ 13s
Wind Conditions:1-6kt NNW
Water Temperature:29-30°C
Local Knowledge & Surf Guide
Local Knowledge
La-China is a fairly exposed breakwater break in Golfo de Nicoya that only works occasionally, favoring left-hand waves and also featuring a left-hand point break. The most favorable conditions are a south-southwest groundswell with offshore winds from the northeast. The spot is rarely crowded, but surfers should be aware of rips and pollution. The best time for consistent, clean waves is typically in July.
Best Swell Direction: SW
Bottom Type: Rocks and Sand
Location: City: El Roble | Neighborhood: Villa Bonita | County: Puntarenas | Country: Costa Rica | Postcode: 60115 | Road: Avenida Milla Marítima | Full Address: Hotel Fiesta Resort & Club Vacacional, Avenida Milla Marítima, Villa Bonita, Boca de Barranca, El Roble, Puntarenas, 60115, Costa Rica
Ideal Conditions
This spot performs best under these specific conditions. Forecasts take these into account when rating surf quality.
Ideal Swell DirectionSSW
Ideal Wind DirectionNE
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