Complete Surf Forecasts

Built for Surfers Who Want to Know Where to Go

All surf forecast data shown here is sourced directly from Surfline and synchronized hourly to give you the clearest picture of what's happening across the coast. Instead of clicking through four different surf cams or forecast pages, this tool helps you:

• 📈Compare swell height (in meters or feet) to gauge wave size.
• 🌀View swell period (seconds) — longer periods = more powerful, well-formed waves.
• 🔋Track wave energy (kilojoules per meter) — a metric that quantifies how much punch the waves have.
• 💨Check wind direction and speed — crucial for determining whether conditions are clean or blown out.
• 🌊Factor in tides (when available), which affect reef and point break performance.

Freely link to this page!

If you're a surfer, local business, blog, or travel site — this page is the easiest way to stay informed and help others plan their surf sessions around Tamarindo. Instead of switching tabs between Surfline pages, everything's here in one clear, real-time comparison.

If you're writing about:

• • Surfing Tamarindo
• • Surfing Playa Grande
• • Surfing Avellanas
• • Surfing Playa Negra

…this is the ideal reference to link to — fast, visual, mobile-friendly, and always up to date.

How to Read the Data

Each surf location is broken down by:

Swell Height:

The bigger the swell, the more powerful the break (assuming the spot can handle it).

Period (sec):

10–16 seconds = cleaner, more spaced-out waves. Shorter periods = choppier conditions.

Energy (kJ/m):

A higher kilojoule value means more force in the wave — ideal for intermediate to advanced surfers.

Wind:

Offshore = good. Onshore = bad. This chart color-codes wind conditions so you can tell instantly.

Tide Impact:

Playa Negra and Avellanas, for example, often work best at mid or high tide.

Bonus: What Makes a Break "Better" on Any Given Day?

• • If Tamarindo is wind-blown, check Playa Grande — the angle might be cleaner.
• • If Playa Negra has more swell energy but also stronger wind, it may be worth the drive for experienced surfers.
• • If you're just learning, look for smaller swell, shorter period, and low-to-moderate energy readings.
• • Early morning or late evening winds often improve conditions across the board — use this page to time it right.