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Conditions at Playa Tamarindo in February
February: Longer-Period Southern Pulses and Brisk Trades
The average period edges up to 12.5s and the swell mix becomes more balanced. NE/ENE winds still dominate, though speeds are brisker and the ideal-wind percentage drops slightly to 55. Swell directions are split between N/NE sources and a strong S/SW/SSW component. The classic WNW-NW window remains a smaller but welcome contributor. With surf heights still around 4-5ft (1.2-1.5m), Playa Tamarindo stays fun and rippable. The dry season remains locked in, with only 0.09mm/day of rain, average air temperatures of 28.1°C, and water temperatures cooling slightly to 26.9°C.
Average Spot conditions at Playa Tamarindo in February
Swell history for February
Wind history for February
Swell quality
Analyze the groundswell consistency at Playa Tamarindo during February. Based on historical data, there is a % probability of groundswell occurring this month. The chart below provides a detailed breakdown of the average wave height distribution, offering deep insights into the swell quality and surf potential you can expect at Playa Tamarindo for your next trip in February.
Ground swell
Ground swell by size
Wind conditions
Evaluate the wind and swell alignment at Playa Tamarindo for February. Our analysis shows that favorable offshore or side-shore winds coincide with surfable swell approximately % of the time. The accompanying graph illustrates the average size distribution of waves during these optimal wind windows at Playa Tamarindo.