Playa Hermosa North Surf Report & Forecast

Jacó, Costa Rica

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Local Knowledge & Surf Guide

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 Direction: SW
Bottom Type: Sand
Location: Town: Jacó | Neighborhood: Los Cholos | County: Garabito | Country: Costa Rica | Postcode: 61101 | Road: Carretera Pacífica Fernández Oreamuno | Full Address: Vista Hermosa, Carretera Pacífica Fernández Oreamuno, Los Cholos, Hermosa, Quebrada Amarilla, Jacó, Garabito, Puntarenas, 61101, Costa Rica

Ideal Conditions

This spot performs best under these specific conditions. Forecasts take these into account when rating surf quality.

Ideal Swell DirectionW
Ideal Wind DirectionNE

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