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

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

Purral is a coastal city in Costa Rica. It is a comparatively little coastal town close to the water with a population of 30034 people. The water temperature around Purral is almost constant during the year. The temperature ranges from 27.5°C (81.6°F) in December up to 29.5°C (85.1°F) in the month of September, as shown in the graph below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 29°C (83°F) and the best time for water activities is early fall, since Purral 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 Purral?

The current water temperature in the month of May near Purral is approximately:

Are there surf spots near Purral?

There are not too many surf spots close to Purral. A good spot nearby is Playitas, which is roughly 39.8km (24.9miles) away from Purral. Click here for more information on Playitas and its current water temperature. Other good surfspots near Purral are Manuel Antonio, which is 40.1km (24.9miles) away, and Playa Bejuca, located roughly 40.6km (25.2miles) from Purral.

Are there beautiful beaches close by?

No, there are not too many beaches in proximity to Purral. The next good one is Santa Teresa, which is 17.2km (10.7miles) away from Purral. Another gorgeous beach near Purral is Manuel Antonio National Park, which is approximately 39.8km (24.7miles) away.

Which wetsuit thickness do I need for Purral?

The average water temperature around Purral is extremely warm, around 29°C (83°F), with no significant variations during the year. The temperatures in June, July, and August are very similar to water temperatures in December and January. Hence, a wetsuit is usually not needed for swimming, surfing, snorkelling, or diving around Purral. However, you might want to bring a 1-2mm wetsuit top or a rashguard for very windy conditions and for UVA/UVB protection, especially when spending multiple hours in the sun each day. The sun radiation around Purral can be remarkably intense.

How is the scuba diving and fishing close to Purral?

Diving and fishing conditions change very little year round. The waters around Purral are always tropical, reaching temperatures between 25 and 30°C (76-85°F). The following fish love this water temperature : Bonefish, Permit, Red Drum, and Tarpon.

Directions to Purral: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Interesting facts about Purral...

Do you know what the the city Gjergjan in Albania, the city Wailolung in Indonesia, and the city Tragliatella Campitello in Italy have in common with Purral? Click on the links to find out...