The Wave House

Playa Negra & the surf zones we cover are in the Pacific North West area of Costa Rica. This area is commonly referred to Guanacaste, Costa Rica. It is characterized by topographically low lands in nature, arid, lots of beaches, long sunny days & warm nights. This is the “driest” area of Costa Rica. Temperatures average in the mid 70’s all year long! Water temperature to match!

Costa Rica has two seasons: Summer & Winter.  Costa Rica is north of the Equator, however they acknowledge winter and summer times a bit backwards.  Summer  coinsides with North American spring, summer & part of the fall months.  Conversely winter months coinside with the summer &  fall of North Armerica.

“SUMMER” December-April

This is the “dry” season where long periods of times go with out any measurable amount of rain. Late December through April have almost no rain. Expect it to be dry & arid, sunny & hot. Temperature in the 80’s with water temperatures to match.

What is the Surfing like in the “Summer?”
Surf consistency is about 70-80% in the waist to head high range. Dominant winds are light or offshore. Expect clean conditions.

“WINTER” May-November

The “Green” season or “rainer” season. Early winter, May-July, is a bit dryer. Late winter, expect weather similar to south Florida in that sunny skies prevail with an afternoon shower, followed by sunny skies again. September & October are the peak of the rains. These two months are the also the most consistent for surf.

What is the Surfing like in the “Winter?”
This is the most consistent time of year for swells. The surf averages head high 80-90% of the time! Dominant winds are stronger, however normally offshore in nature. Late winter, July-October, the surf is 90% consistently head high or larger. The astute surfer can score sizable surf with virtually NO crowds in September & October.

The surf is consistent year round, tropical & sunny. So bring plenty of sun-screen. Water averages in the mid 70’s so topical wax works the best. However, during long periods of offshore winds, the top water can get cold. Just as a precaution, you may want to bring a spring suit. That, plus any jelly fish can be warded off with some extra “skin” that a wet suit can provide. It is easier to bring it then to be caught without it! Don’t worry if you forget something. There are surfboards to rent, surf shop nearby for wax and gifts etc.