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SUP in Costa Rica
1 SUP spots in Costa Rica. The colours show each month: the stronger, the better for SUP.
Find the best time to goTap a spot to see when to go: wind, waves, water temperature, sun and rain in every month, from years of weather statistics.
Updated October 2026 · weather data 2022–2026
In short
- Top picks: Tamarindo.
- For beginners: Tamarindo.
Water: average sea surface temperature.
Month by month in Costa Rica
| Month | Water | Wetsuit | Air |
|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | – | – | |
| FebruaryFeb | – | – | |
| MarchMar | – | – | |
| AprilApr | – | – | |
| MayMay | – | – | |
| JuneJun | – | – | |
| JulyJul | – | – | |
| AugustAug | – | – | |
| SeptemberSep | – | – | |
| OctoberOct | – | – | |
| NovemberNov | – | – | |
| DecemberDec | – | – |
Best months highlighted. Air: average daytime high.
Questions
Is Costa Rica good for beginners?
Yes, these spots suit beginners: Tamarindo.
Which airport is closest?
Nosara Airport (NOB), 41 km from Tamarindo.
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