Is January a good time for surfing at Playa Colorado?
January is a fair month for surfing at Playa Colorado; the best time is March–November. The best surf here comes with the swell direction and winds of its season, not with the biggest waves. Waves 1.5 m, water 26°C (no wetsuit), air 31°C.
Plan your trip to Playa ColoradoEvery month at a glance, daily wind and waves from years of weather statistics, photos, videos and local tips.Updated November 2026 · weather data 2022–2026
In short
- Waves: 1.5 m on average (daily maximum)
- Water: 26°C, no wetsuit
- Air: 31°C by day, 24°C at night
- Weather: 31 sunny days, 3 rainy days
Wave height: average daily maximum. Figures from 5 years of weather data (Open-Meteo).
Best time to go →Other spots for surfing in January
Within 1,500 km, ranked by wave height and, a little, warm water.
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Is January a good time for surfing at Playa Colorado?
January is a fair month for surfing at Playa Colorado; the best time is March–November. The best surf here comes with the swell direction and winds of its season, not with the biggest waves. Waves 1.5 m, water 26°C (no wetsuit), air 31°C.
How warm is the water at Playa Colorado in January?
About 26°C: no wetsuit.
How big are the waves at Playa Colorado in January?
About 1.5 m on average (daily maximum).
What is the weather like at Playa Colorado in January?
Around 31°C by day and 24°C at night, with about 31 sunny and 3 rainy days.
Where else can I go surfing in January?
Within 1,500 km: Witch's Rock – Playa Naranjo (1.5 m waves), Tamarindo (1.4 m waves) & Playa Grande – Tamarindo (1.4 m waves).
