Playa Marbella surf forecast

Marbella · Guanacaste · Costa Rica

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Remote, powerful stretch of sand and rock peaks on the rough road between Junquillal and Ostional; very exposed, so it is often big and best on lighter swells.

Break

beach break, lefts and rights; faces SW

Level

intermediate

Best swell

SW, W

Best wind

NE, E (offshore)

Best tide

mid tide

Season

Year-round; biggest swells April-October, steady offshores December-April

Typical size

1-3 m

Crowd

low

Hazards

rocks; rips; remote access

Nearby spots

• Playa Junquillal, Junquillal
• Playa Ostional, Ostional
• Playa Negra, Playa Negra
• Playa Pelada, Nosara
• Playa Avellanas, Avellanas
• Playa Guiones, Nosara

Questions

Is Playa Marbella good for beginners?

It is best for intermediate surfers (rocks; rips). Beginners nearby can try Playa Guiones, Nosara.

What swell, wind and tide work best at Playa Marbella?

SW, W swell, NE, E wind (offshore), at mid tide. Typical size 1-3 m.

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