Playa Caribe today
- Beach day 7:00–11:00 am Fair beach day · 5/10
- Best time to fish 2:30–4:30 pm average day · 5/10
- Waves · water 3.5 ft · 80 °F slight · 6.2 s from the east-northeast
- Wind · air 7 mph · 81 °F from the E, gusts 14 · mainly clear
- Sun 6:07 am–5:52 pm 11 h 45 min of daylight
- Moon 84% · 9:17 pm waning gibbous · rises at 9:17 pm
- Best time to dive 9:00 am–12:00 pm great day · 9/10
- Pressure 29.89 inHg falling · steady tomorrow
Today, Thursday, October 29, in Playa Caribe the sun rises at 6:07 am and sets at 5:52 pm: 11 h 45 min of daylight. The moon is 84% illuminated (waning gibbous) and rises at 9:17 pm. Major solunar periods run from 1:53 am to 3:53 am and from 2:25 pm to 4:25 pm. The next spring tides arrive from November 9 to 11. The sea is slight, with 3.5 ft waves. There's a light breeze from the east (7 mph). Mainly clear, 81 °F.
Beach day in Playa Caribe
Is it a beach day?
1 good hour- Feels like 96 °F: hot
- Calm for swimming: 3.6 ft waves
- UV 7 (high): SPF 50 sunscreen
- Water at 80 °F (warm)
- Cloudy (97% cloud cover)
- Light offshore wind (11 mph): it blows floats and inflatables out to sea
Today, hour by hour
- Swimming Calm · 3.6 ft
3.6 ft waves: calm for swimming. Low rip current risk. Always follow the lifeguard's flags.
- Water 81 °F
Warm: very pleasant.
- Sun & sunscreen UV 10 · SPF 50
Max UV 10 (very high): SPF 50 sunscreen, reapplied every 2 hours. Seek shade 11:00 am–2:00 pm (very high UV).
- Wind 12 mph
Offshore breeze (12 mph). Watch floats and inflatables: offshore wind carries them out to sea.
- Tide & sand
We don't show the tide for Playa Caribe, so it doesn't count in the rating.
The best window, 7:00 am to 11:00 am, brings beach weather, a calm sea and water at 80 °F, though with clouds and light offshore wind.
We don't have data on jellyfish, sargassum or beach closures: ask the lifeguard or check with the local beach authority. How it works · The next 7 days
About Playa CaribeThe beach
2.0 mi from Juan Griego. Tides, weather and sun in Juan Griego →
Amenities from OpenStreetMap: some may be missing or out of date. See on OpenStreetMap · Fix on OpenStreetMap
Beaches near Playa Caribe
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- Playa Boquita 0.4 mi · E
- Playa Piel 0.4 mi · W
- Nudity allowed
- Playa Arenas 0.8 mi · E
- Playa La Galera 1.3 mi · S
- Parking
- Playa Bahía de Plata 1.4 mi · E
- Playa Juan Griego 1.9 mi · S
- Parking
- Playa Zaragoza 2.6 mi · E
- Parking
- Playa Puerto Cruz 3.3 mi · E
- Parking
Named beaches within 6.2 mi, nearest first. Amenities from OpenStreetMap: some may be missing or out of date. View on OpenStreetMap · Add or fix on OpenStreetMap
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Webcams near Playa Caribe
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Fishing in Playa Caribe today
Best time to fish
Solunar activity today: medium- Major period 2:25–4:25 pm
- Steady pressure (29.80 inHg), light cross-shore wind (9 mph) and some swell (3.6 ft waves) to stir the water
- Waning gibbous: a bit more activity than at the quarters
Your day at a glance
The best window, 2:30 pm to 4:30 pm, combines a major period and some swell. Also good from 1:50 am to 3:50 am, with a major period and some swell. Also good from 5:50 am to 6:40 am, with sunrise and some swell.
We don't show the tide for Playa Caribe, so it doesn't count in the rating.
Tides in Playa Caribe
Tides in Playa Caribe: not available yet
There is no tide station near Playa Caribe, and we can't rely on the global tide model on this coast: for now we don't show its tide.
Meanwhile, see the tide in Genovés · 13 mi
The sun, moon, solunar periods and spring tides on this page do apply to this place.
The sea at Playa Caribe
Sea stateSea state: slight
The waves you may find
- Most commonMost common1.7 ft
- Significant3.5 ft
- Highest expectedHighest7.2 ft
One wave in seven is higher than the significant height, and about 3 times a day one reaches 7.2 ft. Before heading out, expect waves of up to 7.2 ft.
Wind on the coast and offshore
Cross-offshore wind. The coast faces north and the wind comes off the land at an angle: calmer water near the shore, and bait and boats drift out to sea.
Wave height, next 7 daysWaves, next 7 days
Waves stay much the same all week. The biggest waves arrive on Friday 30: 3.9 ft with a period of 6 s, from the east-northeast (slight).
Water temperature
Water temperature →Water temperature changes how fish behave: in very cold or very warm water they feed less. The water is steady these days, with no sudden changes.
Water colder than normal for late October (−1.1 °F).
Satellite: NASA MUR (JPL MUR MEaSUREs, PO.DAAC), doi:10.5067/GHGMR-4FJ04. Sources and licenses
Water temperature →Forecast from Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0) with models from ECMWF, NOAA, Météo-France, DWD, Copernicus Marine and CAMS. Updated at 12:48 am (local time).
Surf in Playa Caribe today
Surf today
Poor- 1.5–2.4 ft surf at the shore, a fun size for most surfers
- 2.6 ft swell at 5 s from the northeast, short: weak, messy waves
- Light offshore wind (11 mph): it holds up and grooms the waves
- Light: First light 5:45 am · sunrise 6:07 am · sunset 5:52 pm · last light 6:14 pm
- Tide: We don’t have a reliable tide to show here.
- Water at 80.2 °F: boardshorts or a swimsuit and a rash guard.
- Energy: 40 kJ · Low power
Today’s surf at a glance
The best window, 10:00 am to 2:00 pm, has light offshore wind, though with a short-period swell. 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm can also work, though with a short-period swell and wind swell.
An estimate for this stretch of coast, not for a specific break: every beach or reef works its own way (its tide, bottom and angle). Check it when you get there.
Follow the flags and the lifeguards, and don’t paddle out if the surf is above your level: this score is a guide, not a substitute for what you see when you get there.
Diving in Playa Caribe today
Diving and snorkeling today
Likely visibility: fair- 2.6 ft swell at 5 s from the northeast: some surge on the bottom
- Light offshore wind (11 mph)
- 0.3 mph current toward the northwest, weak (model)
- Sun high: more light underwater
- Slack water today: none; the tide doesn't count here
- Likely visibility: fair. Swell (up to 2.6 ft at 5 s) and rain (0.26 in) over the last few days have stirred up the water. Based on the last 24 hours of data.
- Water at 80.2 °F: a shorty or a rash guard.
- Snorkeling: better not, with these waves, wind or current.
- Night dive: dark from 6:14 pm. Waning gibbous (84%), rising at 9:17 pm: a bright night.
Your diving day at a glance
The best window, 9:00 am to 12:00 pm, combines light wind, weak current and the sun high.
We don't have a reliable tide for Playa Caribe, so slack water doesn't count in the rating.
Never dive alone and check with the local dive shop: this rating is a guide, not a substitute for a professional.
Dive sites, wrecks and dive shops nearby
We have no dive sites, dive shops or wrecks on record within 12 mi of Playa Caribe.
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Weather in Playa Caribe
Now in Playa Caribe
- Low / high
- 80 / 91 °F
- Rain
- 0.19 in · 74%
- Clouds
- 49%
- Humidity
- 86%
- Dew pointDew point
- 76 °F
- Visibility
- 15 mi
- UV indexUV
- 0 · low
- Air qualityAir
- Fair · 21
- Saharan dust
- No
Pressure and fishing
- ↗ RisingRising Anglers say fish bite less for a while
- → SteadySteady Anglers expect normal activity
- ↘ FallingFalling · now Anglers say fish feed more before the change
Falling now (−0.03 inHg in 3 hours). Over the next 48 hours: −0.07 inHg. Falling pressure: anglers say fish feed more before the change. Fast changes, either way, tend to affect fishing.
Today, hour by hourHour by hour
Bars: mean wind. Dashed line: gusts. Arrows point where the wind blows to.
| Time | 12:00 am | 3:00 am | 6:00 am | 9:00 am | 12:00 pm | 3:00 pm | 6:00 pm | 9:00 pm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sky | Partly cloudy | Light drizzle | Overcast | Overcast | Light showers | Light drizzle | Mainly clear | Mainly clear |
| Temperature | 81° | 80° | 81° | 86° | 91° | 89° | 83° | 81° |
| Wind (mph) | 8 E | 6 E | 7 E | 10 ESE | 12 E | 11 E | 8 ENE | 8 E |
| Gusts | 15 | 13 | 15 | 22 | 27 | 25 | 19 | 15 |
| Waves | 3.5 ft | 3.5 ft | 3.4 ft | 3.5 ft | 3.7 ft | 3.6 ft | 3.7 ft | 3.7 ft |
| Rain | 0.00 in | 0.00 in | 0.00 in | 0.00 in | 0.05 in | 0.01 in | 0.00 in | 0.00 in |
- 12:00 am 81° 8 E 3.5 ft
- 3:00 am 80° 6 E 3.5 ft
- 6:00 am 81° 7 E 3.4 ft
- 9:00 am 86° 10 ESE 3.5 ft
- 12:00 pm 91° 12 E 3.7 ft
- 3:00 pm 89° 11 E 3.6 ft
- 6:00 pm 83° 8 ENE 3.7 ft
- 9:00 pm 81° 8 E 3.7 ft
Next 14 daysComing days
| Day | Sky | Low / high | Max wind | Max wave |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Today · 29 | 80 / 91 °F | 12 mph E | 3.8 ft | |
| Fri 30 | 78 / 91 °F | 10 mph E | 3.9 ft | |
| Sat 31 | 80 / 89 °F | 11 mph ENE | 3.1 ft | |
| Sun 1 | 79 / 92 °F | 9 mph E | 3.1 ft | |
| Mon 2 | 80 / 91 °F | 10 mph E | 3.0 ft | |
| Tue 3 | 80 / 92 °F | 9 mph ESE | 2.8 ft | |
| Wed 4 | 80 / 91 °F | 7 mph E | 2.5 ft | |
| Thu 5 | 79 / 91 °F | 6 mph E | 2.7 ft | |
| Fri 6 | 79 / 93 °F | 7 mph E | 3.2 ft | |
| Sat 7 | 80 / 92 °F | 9 mph E | 3.6 ft | |
| Sun 8 | 80 / 90 °F | 11 mph ENE | 3.7 ft | |
| Mon 9 | 80 / 92 °F | 9 mph E | 3.4 ft | |
| Tue 10 | 80 / 92 °F | 10 mph E | 3.4 ft | |
| Wed 11 | 80 / 92 °F | 12 mph E | 4.2 ft |
- Fri 30 Light drizzle 78° / 91° 3.9 ft
- Sat 31 Drizzle 80° / 89° 3.1 ft
- Sun 1 Light drizzle 79° / 92° 3.1 ft
- Mon 2 Drizzle 80° / 91° 3.0 ft
- Tue 3 Light showers 80° / 92° 2.8 ft
- Wed 4 Drizzle 80° / 91° 2.5 ft
- Thu 5 Light drizzle 79° / 91° 2.7 ft
Each day comes from the best model covering this spot: regional ones first (HRRR and NBM in the U.S., AROME, ICON-EU), then ECMWF; day 16, NOAA GFS. Waves: Météo-France up to day 10, then ECMWF WAM, coarser and further offshore.
- The models Partly agree · medium confidence: unsure about rain today. See the models →
- Outlook Next few weeks, compared with normal: a bit warmer, drier and a near-normal sea. See the outlook →
- Normal Today, normal highs for late October (89 °F). Climate by month →
Forecast from Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0) with models from ECMWF, NOAA, Météo-France, DWD, Copernicus Marine and CAMS. Updated at 12:48 am (local time).
The sun in Playa Caribe
Sunrise and sunset
- First light 5:20 am
- Full dark 6:39 pm
- Civil dawn 5:45 am
- Civil dusk 6:14 pm
- Solar noon 12:00 pm (65° high)
- Daylight 11 h 45 min (−1 min)
- Evening golden hour 5:23 pm
- Full dark 6:39 pm
Golden hour and the day-night map
Today the sun is 92,331,260 mi away and looks 32′ 11″ across.
The moon in Playa Caribe
Moon phase and position
Today the moon is 226,746 mi away and looks 32′ 44″ across.
Solunar periods
Today's activity: medium- 1:53–3:53 am Major · the moon passes overhead · high activity
- 2:25–4:25 pm Major · the moon passes underfoot · high activity
- 9:03–10:03 am Minor · moonset · medium activity
- 8:47–9:47 pm Minor · moonrise · medium activity
According to solunar theory, fish feed more when the moon passes overhead or underfoot (major periods, about 2 h) and when it rises or sets (minor periods, 1 h). It works best around new and full moon.
Upcoming moon phases
2026 moon calendar →- Last quarter Sun, Nov 1 · 4:29 pmNov 1 in 3 days
- New moon Mon, Nov 9 · 3:03 amNov 9 in 11 days
- First quarter Tue, Nov 17 · 7:48 amNov 17 in 19 days
- Full moon Tue, Nov 24 · 10:54 amNov 24 in 26 days
Next perigee (the moon at its closest to Earth): November 25, 223,281 mi away.
Where to fish in Playa Caribe
Piers, ramps and tackle shops nearby
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Within 9.3 mi. A spot may be missing or closed. Open the map on OpenStreetMap · Missing one? Add it to OpenStreetMap
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Water depth
Gentle slopeThe bottom slopes gently: 16 ft deep 0.5 mi from shore and 33 ft at 0.7 mi.
From the shoreline out to sea, heading north.
How far from shore
- 16 ft deep0.5 mi
- 33 ft deep0.7 mi
- 66 ft deep1.2 mi
- 164 ft deepnot within 3.1 mi
For fishing, swimming and diving
- Shore fishing. Shallow, gradual bottom (16 ft at 0.5 mi): cast far from the beach and fish the high tide, when there is more water close in.
- Swimming. A very gentle way in with plenty of shallow water, good for kids. At low tide the water can be far out.
- Diving. Shallow near shore: you only reach 33 ft at 0.7 mi. For dives deeper than 33 ft, go by boat.
Rough estimate: here the data comes in cells of about 0.3 mi and misses details near shore (rocks, sandbars, small coves).
Source: EMODnet Bathymetry DTM 2024, here using the GEBCO grid (CC BY 4.0), cells of about 0.3 mi; depth at the lowest astronomical tide. For reference only: not for navigation or anchoring.
Nearest lighthouse
Punta Faragoza Lighthouse 2.9 mi east
- Light
- A white flash every 8 s · Fl W 8s
- Range
- 20 nautical miles (23 mi)
- Light height
- 279 ft above sea level
- Tower height
- 75 ft
- Built
- 1997
Light details: NGA List of Lights (USA); the rest from Wikidata. For reference only: not for navigation. Wikidata · Sources and licenses
Tides near Playa CaribeTides nearby
- Juan Griego2.0 mi
- La Guardia8.4 mi
- La Asunción9.1 mi
- Porlamar13 mi
- Pampatar14 mi
- Punta de Piedras17 mi
- San Pedro de Coche23 mi
Playa Caribe at a glance
- Beach. Coordinates: 11.110° N, 63.972° W.
- It is 13 mi northwest of Porlamar, the main place in Nueva Esparta. The sun rises 1 min later and sets at the same time than in Porlamar.
- 2.0 mi from Juan Griego.
- Its coast faces north.
Questions about Playa CaribeQuestions
Where is Playa Caribe?
2.0 mi from Juan Griego, in Nueva Esparta (Venezuela). The shore faces north.
What amenities does Playa Caribe have?
OpenStreetMap doesn't list its amenities. Check the town's website or ask at the beach.
What time is sunset today in Playa Caribe?
At 5:52 pm. There is light until the end of civil twilight, at 6:14 pm.
What time is sunrise tomorrow in Playa Caribe?
At 6:07 am. First light comes at 5:20 am.
What phase is the moon today?
Waning gibbous, 84% illuminated. New moon on Mon, Nov 9 · 3:03 am.
When are the next spring tides?
From November 9 to 11.
What are today's solunar periods?
Major 1:53–3:53 am, Minor 9:03–10:03 am, Major 2:25–4:25 pm, Minor 8:47–9:47 pm. Today's activity is medium.
What's the weather like today in Playa Caribe?
Light showers, from 80 °F to 91 °F, with a light breeze from the east (7 mph) and a 74% chance of rain.
How is the sea today in Playa Caribe?
Slight (Douglas 3): 3.5 ft waves with a period of 6.2 s from the east-northeast. The water is 80.4 °F.
When is the best time to visit Playa Caribe?
The best time to visit Playa Caribe is from February to March: highs of 85 °F to 87 °F, about 3 rainy days a month and 9 hours of sunshine a day.
Can I use this data for navigation?
No. These are predictions for fishing and leisure; for navigation, use the official publications.
Where this data comes from
Sun and moon: our own calculation with astronomy-engine. Places: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0). Coastline: © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).