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Playa Nosara - surf spot statistics
Playa Nosara seasonal overview
Playa Nosara in Costa Rica offers consistent surf conditions year-round, with ground swells dominating nearly every month (92-100%), ensuring reliable wave energy. The mean swell size ranges from 1.0m in the dry season (December-February) to 1.5m in the wet season (June-September), providing a mix of manageable and more powerful waves. The best months for surfing are typically December through March, when the swell remains consistent (0.9-1.1m) and wind conditions improve significantly, with favorable offshore winds around 50-58% of the time. November also sees a slight improvement in wind conditions (51% good) while maintaining decent swell size (1.2m). In contrast, the mid-year months (May-October) bring larger swells (1.4-1.5m) but suffer from poor wind conditions (only 28-39% favorable), making them less ideal unless you’re willing to tolerate onshore winds. March and April offer slightly bigger waves (1.1-1.2m) but experience higher chances of bad winds (57-61%), making them hit-or-miss. Overall, peak season for surfers seeking optimal conditions is December to February, combining smaller but cleaner waves with the highest likelihood of good winds.
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Conditions at Playa Nosara in July
July in Playa Nosara offers solid surf conditions with a consistent swell averaging 1.4m and a healthy period of 14.5s, ensuring well-formed, powerful waves. The dominant swell direction is from the SSW and SW, contributing to 84% of the waves in the 1-2.5m range, ideal for intermediate to advanced surfers. While smaller waves (0.5-1m) are rare (1.56% SSW, 1.08% SW), larger sets (1.5-2.5m) are frequent, with 29.86% SSW and 22.76% SW in the 1-1.5m range—perfect for turns and maneuvers. Wind conditions are favorable 39% of the time, with the most common winds coming from the SW, WSW, and SSW, often blowing offshore or cross-offshore at 10-20kph, which helps maintain clean faces. However, stronger onshore winds (20-30kph) occasionally occur from the SW, potentially causing choppier conditions. Overall, July delivers reliable, mid-sized waves with good shape and workable winds, making it a strong month for surfing at this spot.
Average Spot conditions at Playa Nosara in July
Swell history for July
Wind history for July
Swell quality
Analyze the groundswell consistency at Playa Nosara during July. 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 Nosara for your next trip in July.
Ground swell
Ground swell by size
Wind conditions
Evaluate the wind and swell alignment at Playa Nosara for July. 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 Nosara.