Jacó · Central Pacific Costa Rica

Playa Jacó
surf report.

The region's most convenient surf base, with lessons, board rentals, restaurants and services close to the sand.

The next three days

Wave energy,
at a glance.

UpdatedAug 23 · 9:32 PM

3-day outlookWave height & primary swell
Wave height and primary swell forecast for Playa Jacó 3.9 ft 3.8 ft 3.4 ft
SundayDay 1
3.9 ft
Primary swell
3.4 ft · 9.9 s · S
Wind max
8.8 mph · NW
MondayDay 2
3.8 ft
Primary swell
3.0 ft · 9.9 s · S
Wind max
5.9 mph · SW
TuesdayDay 3
3.4 ft
Primary swell
2.5 ft · 9.4 s · S
Wind max
6.1 mph · E

Model data: PacIOOS WaveWatch III + NOAA GFS. Values describe model grid conditions, not guaranteed breaking-wave face height.

The local read

What the numbers
do not tell you.

Jacó can be the practical call when Playa Hermosa is too heavy, but conditions and crowds vary across the beach.

Break
Beach break
Best suited to
Learners through experienced surfers, depending on the peak and day
Access note
Multiple public beach entrances are available; use guarded or established areas when possible.