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Playa Róbalo has BeachFinder Score: 68/100. Use this as a planning signal only, then check local flags, lifeguards, closures and current beach conditions.
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Quick answer: Playa Róbalo today
Playa Róbalo is a BeachFinder spot in CR, CR. Today, compare water temperature 30°C, wind 11 km/h · S, uv 1.8, waves 1.6 m, water quality Check official advisories before leaving. BeachFinder Score: 68/100. Always check official flags, closures and lifeguard advice before swimming.
Water temperature
30°C
Wind
11 km/h · S
UV
1.8
Waves
1.6 m
Water quality
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Last updated: Nov 6, 03:30 PM local forecast timeBeachFinder Score: 68/100
Sources: Open-Meteo weather and marine forecasts, OpenStreetMap place context and BeachFinder spot data.
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Updated: Nov 6, 03:30 PM
Water temp
30°C
Air temp
25°C
Feels like
29°C
UV index
1.8
Wind
11 km/h · S
Gust 27 km/h
Waves
1.6 m
Current
1 km/h · NE
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Weather and marine data: Open-Meteo
Playa Róbalo
Playa Róbalo extends along the northwest coast of Costa Rica, in the Guanacaste province, about 40 kilometers northwest of Tamarindo. This portion of the Pacific coastline is characterized by a succession of sandy coves separated by rocky headlands covered with dense tropical vegetation. The backshore, bordered by coconut trees and mangroves, gradually slopes down to a generally calm to moderate sea, particularly sheltered in the dry season. Playa Róbalo's gray-beige sand stretches for about 300 meters, offering an intimate beach compared to the larger expanses of Playa Avellanas, located 1.2 kilometers to the southeast. Unlike its neighbor Playa Mansita, 0.8 kilometers away, which attracts a more regular tourist flow, Róbalo retains a more secluded character, with few visible structures from the shore. The gentle slope of the seabed, dotted with volcanic rocks, creates stable swimming areas but requires particular attention to tidal conditions and seasonal currents. Access to the site is possible, although no structured facilities (parking, toilets, showers) are reported. No surveillance is provided. Accessibility for people with reduced mobility is not guaranteed. The beach does not benefit from the Blue Flag label. Visitors should anticipate the absence of commercial facilities in the immediate vicinity and bring water and sun protection.
About this spot
The name "Róbalo" means a fish of the Centropomid family in Spanish, abundant in the coastal waters of the tropical American Pacific. This beach, like the entire Guanacaste coastline, was formed by the accumulation of sediments from the erosion of the Guanacaste volcanic formations. Historically, these coves served as mooring points for local fishermen and, more recently, as refuges for sea turtles coming to lay their eggs. Although less frequented today than neighboring beaches that have become touristy, Róbalo remains a site of interest for observing coastal fauna and for biological surveys conducted by marine conservation organizations.
Updated 5/9/2026
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What is the water temperature at Playa Róbalo today?
30°C. Marine temperature is shown when forecast coverage is available for this location.
How windy is Playa Róbalo today?
11 km/h · S. Wind can change comfort and surface conditions, especially on exposed beaches.
What should I check before swimming at Playa Róbalo?
Check official safety flags, lifeguard advice, closures, water-quality advisories, UV, wind, waves and currents before entering the water.
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