Is Playas del Coco good for swimming today?
Playas del Coco 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: Playas del Coco today
Playas del Coco is a BeachFinder spot in CR, CR. Today, compare water temperature 31°C, wind 8 km/h · SE, uv 2.4, waves 1.1 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
8 km/h · SE
UV
2.4
Waves
1.1 m
Water quality
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Last updated: Nov 6, 11:30 AM 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, 11:30 AM
Water temp
31°C
Air temp
27°C
Feels like
32°C
UV index
2.4
Wind
8 km/h · SE
Gust 23 km/h
Waves
1.1 m
Current
1 km/h · NE
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Weather and marine data: Open-Meteo
Playas del Coco
Playas del Coco stretches along the Pacific coast of Costa Rica, in the Guanacaste province, about 40 kilometers northwest of Liberia and a few kilometers from the Santa Elena Peninsula. The coastline of this region is characterized by a succession of sheltered bays, bordered by dry tropical forest that descends to the tide line. The Pacific Ocean here offers warm and generally calm waters, particularly in the dry season, with a typical blue-green hue of the northern Guanacaste coast. The beach itself features fine golden sand, extending for several hundred meters. The area remains relatively quiet compared to the more developed seaside resorts to the south; Playa Pedregosa, 1.8 kilometers away, offers a more rocky character, while Plage CR, 1.2 kilometers away, offers a similar atmosphere but is slightly less frequented. The shore curves gently, creating accessible swimming areas even for novice swimmers at low tide. Coastal vegetation remains dense, giving the whole area an atmosphere of relative intimacy despite the proximity of small tourist developments. Access is without swimming supervision or lifeguard presence. No Blue Flag certification distinguishes the site. Access for people with reduced mobility is not provided. Visitors should bring their own equipment and check with nearby lodges and small businesses for basic services.
About this spot
Coco, in local toponymy, evokes the coconut palms that once lined this coast in abundance—a reminder of the pre-Columbian coastal ecosystem. The Guanacaste region, a former Chorotega territory, retains this landscape identity despite the tourist transformations of recent decades. Around 2010, Playas del Coco underwent a gradual transition: from an artisanal fishing village to a moderate seaside destination, attracting surfers and divers seeking direct access to nearby reefs. An old local fisherman recounts that leatherback turtles used to nest on this stretch before coastal development intensified—an ecological change that marks the community's collective memory.
Updated 5/9/2026
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What is the water temperature at Playas del Coco today?
31°C. Marine temperature is shown when forecast coverage is available for this location.
How windy is Playas del Coco today?
8 km/h · SE. Wind can change comfort and surface conditions, especially on exposed beaches.
What should I check before swimming at Playas del Coco?
Check official safety flags, lifeguard advice, closures, water-quality advisories, UV, wind, waves and currents before entering the water.
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