Conditions at Quepos in April
April: Transition Time - Swell and Showers Return
April is a transitional month as the dry season begins to break down. The average swell height increases to 1.2m (4ft) with a very healthy 14.0s period, and the direction becomes almost entirely SSW (96%). This is the first real month where a significant number of sets push into the 1.5-2m (5-6.5ft) range - around 6% - offering occasional head-high-plus runners for those who pick the right bank.
However, the atmosphere is becoming more unstable. Rain jumps to 2.99mm/day, and onshore winds become more regular, dropping the ideal wind percentage to 24%. Still, morning offshore windows remain frequent enough to enjoy the powerful SSW groundswell. Water temperature peaks at 29.4°C and air temps stay near 27.6°C, so it's a warm, lively month in the water.
Average Spot conditions at Quepos in April
Swell history for April
Wind history for April
Swell quality
Analyze the groundswell consistency at Quepos during April. Based on historical data, there is a % probability of groundswell occurring this month. The chart below provides a detailed breakdown of the average wave height distribution, offering deep insights into the swell quality and surf potential you can expect at Quepos for your next trip in April.
Ground swell
Ground swell by size
Wind conditions
Evaluate the wind and swell alignment at Quepos for April. Our analysis shows that favorable offshore or side-shore winds coincide with surfable swell approximately % of the time. The accompanying graph illustrates the average size distribution of waves during these optimal wind windows at Quepos.