Costa Rica

Puntarenas

Puntarenas is a coastal administrative region on the Pacific side of Costa Rica, known for its access to offshore dive areas and popular shore and boat trips from coastal towns. In this region, diving tends to focus on nearby offshore reefs and rocky substrata along the Pacific shoreline, with conditions shaped by tropical海風 and seasonal changes. The area includes the provincial capital and serves as a gateway to central Pacific dive sites; accommodation and services are centered around popular tourist hubs within the province. Marine life varies with habitats, and most diving is accessible from a few key coastal centers.

Essential information for traveling in Costa Rica

About Costa Rica

Sea
Caribbean Sea, North Atlantic Ocean and North P...
Languages
ES
Demonym
Costa Rican
Phone prefix
+506

Practicalities

Currency
CRC
Voltage
120
Plug type
Type A, Type B
Airports
SJO LIR LIM XQP SYQ

Diving specifics

Temperature
°C
Depth units
meters
Pressure
bar
Regulators
DIN Yoke (INT)

Cities to dive in the Puntarenas region

Nearby Dive Centers (1)

The best times to dive in the Puntarenas region

The best months to dive in Puntarenas are from January to March and December. Temperatures are confortable (26-28°C), currents are mild and the visibility is at its best.

Excellent Good Fair Mitigated
01 - Jan.
27 °C
02 - Feb.
28 °C
03 - Mar.
28 °C
04 - Apr.
28 °C
05 - May
27 °C
06 - Jun.
26 °C
07 - Jul.
27 °C
08 - Aug.
26 °C
09 - Sept.
26 °C
10 - Oct.
25 °C
11 - Nov.
26 °C
12 - Dec.
26 °C

Based on last year's weather. Scores compare months for this destination only and are indicative. A mitigated month may still suit many divers.

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