Beach BreakBeginner — Intermediateyear-round

Playa Jacó

Popular beach town with consistent beach break. Good for beginners and intermediate surfers. Many surf schools. Active nightlife and surf tourism hub.

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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

Central Pacific

Coordinates

9.6145, -84.6260

NOAA Buoy

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