Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Flamingo Point, Costa Rica

Water temperatures throughout the year and general information about Flamingo Point...

Flamingo Point is a surf spot in Costa Rica. The water temperature around Flamingo Point is close to steady throughout the year. The temperature ranges from 25.6°C (78.2°F) in February up to 29.1°C (84.3°F) in the month of May, as illustrated below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 28°C (82°F) and the best time for water activities is late spring, since Flamingo Point 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 at Flamingo Point?

The current water temperature in the month of September at Flamingo Point is about:

Are there any other surf spots close by?

Yes, there are a few surf spots in proximity to Flamingo Point. The closest one is Brasilito, which is 2.2km (1.4miles) away from Flamingo Point. Click here for more information on Brasilito and its current water temperature. Another good surfspot near Flamingo Point is Playa Grande, which is ca 8.9km (5.5miles) away.

Are there beaches located close to Flamingo Point?

There are several nice beaches in close proximity to Flamingo Point. The nearest one is Playa Grande, which is only 8km (4.9miles) away from Flamingo Point. Another nice beach near Flamingo Point is Playa Tamarindo, which is ca 10km (6.2miles) away.

What kind of wetsuit is recommended for Flamingo Point?

The average sea temperature at Flamingo Point is extremely warm, around 28°C (82°F), with very little changes during the year. The temperatures in June, July, and August are very similar to sea temperatures in December and January. Because of this, a wetsuit is usually not needed for swimming, surfing, snorkelling, or diving at Flamingo Point. However, you might want to bring a 1-2mm wetsuit top or a rashguard for abnormal windy conditions and for sun protection, especially when spending multiple hours in the sun each day. The sun radiation at Flamingo Point can be very intense.

How is the diving and fishing near Flamingo Point?

Scuba diving and fishing conditions are very similar during the year. The waters at Flamingo Point are mostly tropical, reaching temperatures between 24 and 29°C (75-84°F). The following fish can frequently be found in waters of this temperature range: Bonefish, Permit, Red Drum, and Tarpon.

Directions to Flamingo Point: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Some fun facts about Flamingo Point...

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