Matapalo Surf Report & Forecast
Puerto Jiménez, Costa Rica
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🌬️ WIND
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1
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🌊 SWELL
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E
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3.3
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ft
SWELL
HEIGHT
HEIGHT
3.3ft
SWELL
PERIOD
PERIOD
14s
WIND GUSTS
2kt
AIR TEMP
24°C
SECONDARY
SWELL
SWELL
0.2ft @
23s
23s
PRECIPITATION
1.3mm
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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 | 3.5ft | 14s | SSW | 3kt | W | 5kt | 25°C | 31°C | 0mm |
| 1:00 AM | EXCELLENT | 3.4ft | 14s | SSW | 3kt | W | 5kt | 25°C | 31°C | 0.3mm |
| 2:00 AM | EXCELLENT | 3.4ft | 14s | SSW | 3kt | W | 5kt | 25°C | 31°C | 0.7mm |
| 3:00 AM | EXCELLENT | 3.3ft | 14s | SSW | 3kt | W | 5kt | 25°C | 31°C | 1mm |
| 4:00 AM | EXCELLENT | 3.3ft | 14s | SSW | 3kt | WNW | 5kt | 25°C | 31°C | 1.2mm |
| 5:00 AM | EXCELLENT | 3.3ft | 14s | SSW | 3kt | WNW | 4kt | 24°C | 31°C | 1.3mm |
| 6:00 AM | EXCELLENT | 3.3ft | 14s | SSW | 2kt | NW | 3kt | 24°C | 30°C | 1.5mm |
| 7:00 AM | EXCELLENT | 3.3ft | 14s | SSW | 2kt | NNW | 2kt | 24°C | 30°C | 1.5mm |
| 8:00 AM | EXCELLENT | 3.3ft | 14s | SSW | 2kt | N | 2kt | 24°C | 30°C | 1.5mm |
| 9:00 AM | EXCELLENT | 3.3ft | 14s | SSW | 1kt | NNE | 1kt | 24°C | 30°C | 1.5mm |
| 10:00 AM | EXCELLENT | 3.3ft | 14s | SSW | 1kt | NNE | 2kt | 24°C | 30°C | 1.3mm |
| 11:00 AM | EXCELLENT | 3.3ft | 14s | SSW | 2kt | NE | 2kt | 24°C | 30°C | 1.2mm |
| 12:00 PM | EXCELLENT | 3.3ft | 14s | SSW | 2kt | ENE | 3kt | 24°C | 30°C | 1.1mm |
| 1:00 PM | EXCELLENT | 3.2ft | 14s | SSW | 2kt | E | 3kt | 25°C | 30°C | 1mm |
| 2:00 PM | EXCELLENT | 3.2ft | 14s | SSW | 2kt | SE | 3kt | 26°C | 30°C | 0.9mm |
| 3:00 PM | EXCELLENT | 3.2ft | 14s | SSW | 2kt | SSE | 3kt | 27°C | 30°C | 0.8mm |
| 4:00 PM | EXCELLENT | 3.2ft | 14s | SSW | 3kt | S | 3kt | 28°C | 30°C | 0.9mm |
| 5:00 PM | EXCELLENT | 3.2ft | 14s | SSW | 3kt | S | 4kt | 28°C | 30°C | 0.9mm |
| 6:00 PM | EXCELLENT | 3.2ft | 14s | SSW | 4kt | SSW | 4kt | 29°C | 30°C | 0.9mm |
| 7:00 PM | EXCELLENT | 3.2ft | 14s | SSW | 4kt | SSW | 4kt | 28°C | 30°C | 0.7mm |
| 8:00 PM | EXCELLENT | 3.1ft | 14s | SSW | 4kt | SW | 4kt | 28°C | 30°C | 0.5mm |
| 9:00 PM | EXCELLENT | 3.1ft | 14s | SSW | 4kt | WSW | 5kt | 28°C | 30°C | 0.3mm |
| 10:00 PM | EXCELLENT | 3.1ft | 14s | SSW | 4kt | WSW | 4kt | 27°C | 30°C | 0.3mm |
| 11:00 PM | EXCELLENT | 3.1ft | 14s | SSW | 3kt | W | 4kt | 26°C | 30°C | 0.3mm |
Monday
Apr 6EXCELLENT24 excellent hours
🌊 2.6-3.1ft 💨 1-5kt 🌡️ 23-29°C
Tuesday
Apr 7EXCELLENT16 excellent hours
🌊 1.7-2.6ft 💨 1-5kt 🌡️ 23-29°C
Wednesday
Apr 8EXCELLENT18 excellent hours
🌊 1.7-2.2ft 💨 1-6kt 🌡️ 23-30°C
Thursday
Apr 9EXCELLENT10 excellent hours
🌊 1.7-2.1ft 💨 2-6kt 🌡️ 24-30°C
Friday
Apr 10GOOD9 excellent hours
🌊 1.6-1.7ft 💨 2-5kt 🌡️ 24-31°C
Saturday
Apr 11GOOD1 excellent hours
🌊 1.7-1.9ft 💨 2-4kt 🌡️ 24-30°C
Forecast Summary
Best Day:Check forecast for optimal conditions
Average Swell:3.0ft @ 14s
Wind Conditions:1-5kt W
Water Temperature:29-31°C
Local Knowledge & Surf Guide
Local Knowledge
Cabo Matapalo is an exposed point break in Golfo Dulce that offers very consistent surf. The most favorable conditions are a south groundswell combined with offshore winds from the north-northwest. The spot is unlikely to be crowded, even when the surf is on, but surfers should be aware of rips and rocks. The best time for consistent, clean waves is typically in May.
Best Swell Direction: SE
Bottom Type: Sand and Reef
Location: Town: Puerto Jiménez | County: Puerto Jiménez | Country: Costa Rica | Postcode: 61301 | Road: Calle Pan Dulce | Full Address: "Kapú" Rancho Almendros, Calle Pan Dulce, Pan Dulce, Puerto Jiménez, Puntarenas, 61301, Costa Rica
Ideal Conditions
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