Playa Langosta - surf spot statistics

Playa Langosta in Costa Rica receives consistent ground swells year-round, with percentages rarely dropping below 90%, ensuring reliable wave energy. The swell size averages between 1.1m and 1.4m, peaking from May to October, making these months particularly appealing for surfers seeking slightly larger waves. Wind conditions are most favorable in July and November, where good wind days exceed 50%, reducing onshore interference. However, the rest of the year sees more challenging wind patterns, with bad wind conditions often above 55%, especially from January to April and September to October. The best overall surfing conditions typically occur from June to August, when swell consistency remains strong (95–97% ground swells) and wind conditions improve, particularly in July. November also stands out due to its high percentage of good wind days (54%), though the swell size decreases slightly to 1.2m. December through April offers smaller but still consistent waves, but surfers should expect less favorable winds during this period. For those prioritizing clean conditions with decent swell, late-year months like November present a good balance, while mid-year months deliver slightly bigger waves with improving winds.

December at Playa Langosta offers consistent surf with an average swell height of 1.1m and a solid 13.6s period, providing well-organized waves. The dominant swell directions are SW (28.30% in the 1-1.5m range) and SSW (27.49% in the same range), delivering clean, angled energy. While most waves fall in the 0.5-1.5m range, there are occasional bigger sets, particularly from the SW (12.38% at 0.5-1m and 1.67% at 1.5-2m). Wind conditions are favorable 46% of the time, with the most consistent offshore flow coming from NE to ENE (light to moderate speeds below 30kph). However, strong NE winds (20-30kph at 22.56%) can occasionally create chop. Overall, December is a reliable month with rideable waves most days—best suited for intermediate to advanced surfers when the wind cooperates, offering punchy, well-shaped waves with occasional overhead potential on larger SSW/SW swells.