Playa Negra
Caribbean · Costa Rica
Beach break with black sandgood for intermediates
Works when Salsa Brava is too small or too big. Best wind — SW.
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 with black sand |
|---|---|
| Good for | intermediates |
| Beach faces | northeast |
| Working swell | from north — east |
| Coordinates | 9.664, -82.762 |
FAQ
Is Playa Negra good for beginners?
Playa Negra is a spot for intermediates. Beginners are better off at an easier spot nearby — see the list below; Plyuh’s forecast shows where it’s safe to learn today.
What’s the surf forecast for Playa Negra 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-caribbean/playa-negra-pv. The forecast is checked against nearby buoys and satellites.
Spots nearby — Caribbean
- Isla Uvita — Reef break at the island, advanced surfers
- Playa Bonita — Reef break, intermediates and advanced surfers
- Salsa Brava — surf spot, advanced surfers
- Playa Cocles — Beach break, beginners and intermediates