Is Playa Cabuyal good for swimming today?
Playa Cabuyal has BeachFinder Score: 73/100. Use this as a planning signal only, then check local flags, lifeguards, closures and current beach conditions.
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Quick answer: Playa Cabuyal today
Playa Cabuyal is a BeachFinder spot in CR, CR. Today, compare water temperature 31°C, wind 7 km/h · S, uv 2.4, waves 1.0 m, water quality Check official advisories before leaving. BeachFinder Score: 73/100. Always check official flags, closures and lifeguard advice before swimming.
Water temperature
31°C
Wind
7 km/h · S
UV
2.4
Waves
1.0 m
Water quality
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Last updated: Nov 6, 03:15 PM local forecast timeBeachFinder Score: 73/100
Sources: Open-Meteo weather and marine forecasts, OpenStreetMap place context and BeachFinder spot data.
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Updated: Nov 6, 03:15 PM
Water temp
31°C
Air temp
25°C
Feels like
31°C
UV index
2.4
Wind
7 km/h · S
Gust 20 km/h
Waves
1.0 m
Current
1 km/h · E
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Weather and marine data: Open-Meteo
Playa Cabuyal
Playa Cabuyal stretches along the Pacific coast of Costa Rica, in the Guanacaste province, about 15 kilometers southwest of Sámara. This portion of the coastline is part of the Nicoya Peninsula, a region characterized by deep bays, granite rock formations, and dense tropical vegetation that descends to the tide line. The Pacific here features moderate waves, particularly active during the rainy season (May to November), while the dry season offers calmer conditions and increased underwater visibility. The beach itself remains undeveloped, retaining a marked rural character that clearly distinguishes it from its immediate neighbors. Playa Ana Laura, located 2.7 kilometers to the north, attracts more organized tourism, while Playa Carbonal, 3.3 kilometers further south, remains just as remote. Upon arrival, visitors discover a strip of gray-beige sand bordered by eroded rocks and small cliffs where coastal trees cling. The atmosphere remains that of a local cove, frequented mainly by artisanal fishermen and residents of Sámara seeking tranquility. The surf creates natural pools at low tide, suitable for exploration. No standardized tourist infrastructure is present: no toilets, no dedicated parking, no showers. The beach does not have the Blue Flag label and remains unsupervised. Access for people with reduced mobility is not provided. This lack of development is precisely its appeal for travelers seeking to explore the Guanacaste coastline beyond the marked trails.
About this spot
The name Cabuyal comes from cabuya, a fibrous plant (Agave americana) once cultivated in Central America for the production of ropes and textiles. The Guanacaste coasts retain traces of this pre-Columbian and colonial economy: the Chorotega, the indigenous people of the region, already exploited marine and coastal resources long before the arrival of the Spanish. Even today, local fishermen perpetuate ancestral techniques, and the lack of mass tourism in Cabuyal reflects the economic reality of a Nicoya Peninsula where tourism remains concentrated in a few hubs (Sámara, Montezuma). The beach remains an anchor for Costa Rican coastal daily life, far from international resorts.
Updated 5/9/2026
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What is the water temperature at Playa Cabuyal today?
31°C. Marine temperature is shown when forecast coverage is available for this location.
How windy is Playa Cabuyal today?
7 km/h · S. Wind can change comfort and surface conditions, especially on exposed beaches.
What should I check before swimming at Playa Cabuyal?
Check official safety flags, lifeguard advice, closures, water-quality advisories, UV, wind, waves and currents before entering the water.
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