Is Playa Potrero good for swimming today?
Playa Potrero has BeachFinder Score: 66/100. Use this as a planning signal only, then check local flags, lifeguards, closures and current beach conditions.
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Quick answer: Playa Potrero today
Playa Potrero is a BeachFinder spot in CR, CR. Today, compare water temperature 31°C, wind 9 km/h · SW, uv 7.3, waves 1.1 m, water quality Check official advisories before leaving. BeachFinder Score: 66/100. Always check official flags, closures and lifeguard advice before swimming.
Water temperature
31°C
Wind
9 km/h · SW
UV
7.3
Waves
1.1 m
Water quality
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Last updated: Nov 5, 01:45 PM local forecast timeBeachFinder Score: 66/100
Sources: Open-Meteo weather and marine forecasts, OpenStreetMap place context and BeachFinder spot data.
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Updated: Nov 5, 01:45 PM
Water temp
31°C
Air temp
27°C
Feels like
33°C
UV index
7.3
Wind
9 km/h · SW
Gust 25 km/h
Waves
1.1 m
Current
0 km/h · E
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Weather and marine data: Open-Meteo
Playa Potrero
Playa Potrero stretches along the northwest coast of Costa Rica, in the Santa Rosa Peninsula, about 40 kilometers northwest of Liberia. This part of the north Pacific coastline is characterized by a succession of small coves and beaches, framed by dense tropical vegetation that descends to the shore. The deep blue-green water benefits from direct exposure to Pacific swells, creating dynamic marine conditions typical of this sparsely populated coastal region. The beach itself is part of a cluster of very close seaside spots: Playa Penca is only 1 kilometer to the south, while Playa Prieta is just 1.9 kilometers away. Unlike these immediate neighbors, Playa Potrero retains a less frequented character, offering visitors a more secluded experience of the north Costa Rican coast. The shore has a wild appearance, with rocks scattered on the sand and a gentle slope towards the ocean. The general atmosphere remains that of a still largely preserved coast, where marine life is abundant and swimming conditions vary significantly depending on tides and seasons. No permanent tourist facilities are reported on site. The beach has neither supervision nor accessibility for people with reduced mobility. Visitors should expect a self-sufficient experience, without ancillary services, reflecting the status of this portion of the coastline as a natural, undeveloped coastal area. Access is via coastal tracks connecting the various coves in the region.
About this spot
Potrero, from the Castilian word for a small pasture, evokes the pastoral history of the Santa Rosa Peninsula, long dominated by cattle ranching before tourism took hold. This coastal region, partly protected by Santa Rosa National Park established in 1971, remains less developed than the southern coastlines of Costa Rica. The beaches in this area, including Potrero, retain remarkably intact marine ecosystems, frequented by leatherback and olive ridley turtles that come to nest during the wet season. Local fishermen continue to use these coves as departure points, perpetuating a traditional coastal economy largely unchanged for decades.
Updated 5/9/2026
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What is the water temperature at Playa Potrero today?
31°C. Marine temperature is shown when forecast coverage is available for this location.
How windy is Playa Potrero today?
9 km/h · SW. Wind can change comfort and surface conditions, especially on exposed beaches.
What should I check before swimming at Playa Potrero?
Check official safety flags, lifeguard advice, closures, water-quality advisories, UV, wind, waves and currents before entering the water.
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