Is March a good time for surfing at Playa Negra – Guanacaste?
March is a good month for surfing at Playa Negra – Guanacaste (best: May–October). Waves 1.3 m, water 30°C (no wetsuit), air 34°C.
Plan your trip to Playa Negra – GuanacasteEvery 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: 1.3 m on average (daily maximum)
- Water: 30°C, no wetsuit
- Air: 34°C by day, 25°C at night
- Weather: 31 sunny days, 8 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 March
Within 1,500 km, ranked by wave height and, a little, warm water.
Other surfing spots in Costa Rica in March →Where to go surfing in March →Schools and camps near Playa Negra – Guanacaste
- Marbella Surf Inn 14.6 km
Camps and schools are from OpenStreetMap; check with them directly before you book.
Questions
Is March a good time for surfing at Playa Negra – Guanacaste?
March is a good month for surfing at Playa Negra – Guanacaste (best: May–October). Waves 1.3 m, water 30°C (no wetsuit), air 34°C.
How warm is the water at Playa Negra – Guanacaste in March?
About 30°C: no wetsuit.
How big are the waves at Playa Negra – Guanacaste in March?
About 1.3 m on average (daily maximum).
What is the weather like at Playa Negra – Guanacaste in March?
Around 34°C by day and 25°C at night, with about 31 sunny and 8 rainy days.
Where else can I go surfing in March?
Within 1,500 km: Montañita (1.2 m waves), Ollie's Point – Potrero Grande (1.3 m waves) & Playa Maderas (1.3 m waves).
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