Is June a good time for surfing at Playa Grande – Tamarindo?

June is one of the best months for surfing at Playa Grande – Tamarindo. Waves 1.5 m, water 30°C (no wetsuit), air 30°C.

Plan your trip to Playa Grande – TamarindoEvery 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: 30°C, no wetsuit
  • Air: 30°C by day, 24°C at night
  • Weather: 23 sunny days, 28 rainy days

Wave height: average daily maximum. Figures from 5 years of weather data (Open-Meteo).

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Other spots for surfing in June

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Schools and camps near Playa Grande – Tamarindo

  • Playa Grande Surf Camp 2.1 km

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Questions

Is June a good time for surfing at Playa Grande – Tamarindo?

June is one of the best months for surfing at Playa Grande – Tamarindo. Waves 1.5 m, water 30°C (no wetsuit), air 30°C.

How warm is the water at Playa Grande – Tamarindo in June?

About 30°C: no wetsuit.

How big are the waves at Playa Grande – Tamarindo in June?

About 1.5 m on average (daily maximum).

What is the weather like at Playa Grande – Tamarindo in June?

Around 30°C by day and 24°C at night, with about 23 sunny and 28 rainy days.

Where else can I go surfing in June?

Within 1,500 km: Puerto Escondido – Zicatela (1.8 m waves), Barra de la Cruz (1.8 m waves) & Ollie's Point – Potrero Grande (1.4 m waves).

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