Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Esparza, Costa Rica

Water temperatures throughout the year and general information about Esparza...

Esparza is a coastal city in Costa Rica. It is a quite little city close to the water with a population of 15575 people. The water temperature around Esparza has low variability year round. The temperature ranges from 27.5°C (81.6°F) in December up to 29.1°C (84.4°F) in the month of April, as illustrated below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 28°C (83°F) and the best time for water activities is spring, since Esparza is located in the northern hemisphere.
Hover over the bars to see temperature for each month in Celsius and Fahrenheit.

What is the current water temperature near Esparza?

The current water temperature in the month of March near Esparza is about:

Are there surf spots near Esparza?

Yes, there are several surf spots close to Esparza. The nearest one is Boca Barranca, which is just 5.7km (4.8miles) away from Esparza. Click here for directions and to check out more information on Boca Barranca and its current water temperature. Other good surfspots near Esparza are Corralillo, which is ca 7.8km (4.8miles) away, and Bajamar, located ca 9.7km (6miles) from Esparza.

Are there beautiful beaches close by?

No, there are not too many beaches in proximity to Esparza. The closest decent beach is Puntarenas, which is only 11.3km (7miles) away from Esparza. Another fun beach near Esparza is Playa Herradura, which is ca 23.7km (14.7miles) away.

Which wetsuit thickness do I need for Esparza?

The average water temperature around Esparza is extremely warm, around 28°C (83°F), with no significant variations throughout the year. The temperatures in June, July, and August are very similar to temperatures in December and January. Because of this, a wetsuit is usually not needed for swimming, surfing, snorkelling, or diving around Esparza. However, you might want to bring a 1-2mm wetsuit top or a rashguard for abnormal windy conditions and for UVA/UVB protection, especially when spending multiple hours in the sun each day. The sun radiation around Esparza can be very strong.

How is the scuba diving and fishing close to Esparza?

Diving and fishing conditions change very little year round. The waters are nearly almost tropical, reaching temperatures between 24 and 29°C (75-84°F). The following fish love this water temperature : Bonefish, Permit, Red Drum, and Tarpon.

Directions to Esparza: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Some fun facts about Esparza...

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