Mal Pais Beach vs Playa Avellanas

Side-by-side sea temperature, swim score and wave conditions. The two beaches sit roughly 100 km apart.

Mal Pais, Costa Rica

Mal Pais Beach

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Monthly average 28.0°C
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Tamarindo, Costa Rica

Playa Avellanas

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Monthly average 28.0°C
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Which beach should I pick?

In September, Mal Pais Beach averages 28.0°C and Playa Avellanas averages 28.0°C. The two beaches are 100 km apart on the Pacific Ocean.

For families, Mal Pais Beach is the safer pick — shallow, calm and accessible.

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