Jacó headland · Central Pacific Costa Rica

Roca Loca
surf report.

A serious reef wave on the headland between Jacó and Playa Hermosa.

The next three days

Wave energy,
at a glance.

UpdatedAug 23 · 10:01 PM

3-day outlookWave height & primary swell
Wave height and primary swell forecast for Roca Loca 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.

This page is for understanding the coast, not for encouraging an unsupported paddle-out. Local experience is essential.

Break
Exposed reef
Best suited to
Expert surfers only
Access note
Difficult access; go only with someone who knows the spot and current rules.