Playa Jaco surf forecast

Jaco · Puntarenas · Costa Rica

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The main town beach of Jaco, a long, gently sloping beach break that is the go-to learner spot near San Jose; closes out when the swell is big.

Break

beach break, lefts and rights; faces SW

Level

beginner

Best swell

SW, S

Best wind

NE, E (offshore)

Best tide

mid tide

Season

April-October (south swell season)

Typical size

0.5-2 m

Crowd

high

Hazards

rips; polluted water after rain; theft from cars

Nearby spots

• Roca Loca, Jaco
• Playa Hermosa, Jaco
• Playa Escondida, Jaco
• Esterillos Oeste, Esterillos
• Playa Bejuco, Bejuco
• Puerto Caldera, Caldera

Questions

Is Playa Jaco good for beginners?

Yes, on small days: it is a beach break that suits beginners. Watch out for: rips; polluted water after rain. Take a lesson or surf near the lifeguards if you are new.

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

SW, S swell, NE, E wind (offshore), at mid tide. Typical size 0.5-2 m.

Live swell, wind, tide, a 14-day outlook, satellite pictures and webcams for Playa Jaco are in the Surf Spoting app.