Jacó
Central Pacific · Costa Rica
Beach break in a baygood for beginners and intermediatesboard rental nearby
Soft wave on a small swell, many schools. Best wind — NE/E (mornings).
Live 7-day forecast →
Wave height and period, wind, tide and a “can you surf today” verdict — for every level and for yours personally. Free, no install.
The spot in short
| Type | Beach break in a bay |
|---|---|
| Good for | beginners and intermediates |
| Beach faces | southwest |
| Working swell | from south — west |
| Coordinates | 9.613, -84.631 |
FAQ
Is Jacó good for beginners?
Yes, Jacó works for beginners (and not only). Still check the live forecast before paddling out: even a “beginner spot” can get dangerous in a big swell.
What’s the surf forecast for Jacó today?
The live 7-day forecast — wave height and period, wind, tide, daylight and a plain-words verdict — is on the spot’s page in Plyuh: https://plyuh.com/#cr-central-pacific/jaco. The forecast is checked against nearby buoys and satellites.
Spots nearby — Central Pacific
- Boca Barranca — Point at the river mouth , long left-hander, beginners and intermediates
- Roca Loca — Right-hand reef break over rocks, advanced surfers
- Playa Hermosa — Powerful beach break, intermediates and advanced surfers
- Esterillos — Beach break with rocks, intermediates
- Playa Espadilla (Manuel Antonio) — Beach break, beginners