Beach BreakBeginner — Intermediateyear-round

Dominical

Fun beach break in the laid-back town of Dominical. Consistent waves year-round. Multiple peaks along the beach. Popular with the surf-travel crowd.

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Best Conditions

Swell Direction

SW, W, S

Swell Size

2–6 ft

Tide

any tide

Wind

offshore (E)

Season

year-round

Skill Level

Beginner — Intermediate

Location

County

Puntarenas

Region

South Pacific

Coordinates

9.2535, -83.8575

NOAA Buoy

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