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This app provides a simple score for Puerto Rican beaches, translating complex data like wave height, water quality, and weather into an easy-to-understand rating. It prioritizes safety, highlighting potential dangers like strong currents or poor water quality.
What's New in Costa
2.1
July 14, 2026
Novedades en 2.1 • El Costa Score ahora cruza nueve señales en vivo: añadimos el polvo del Sahara y la marea al cálculo. • Calibramos mejor cada peso para que el número refleje aún más fielmente cómo está la playa. • Explicaciones actualizadas: toca cualquier lectura y ve exactamente cuánto pesa en el score. • Ajustes menores y mejoras de rendimiento. What's New in 2.1 • The Costa Score now crosses nine live signals: Saharan dust and tide just joined the mix. • Fine-tuned every weight so the number reflects the beach even more faithfully. • Updated explanations: tap any reading to see exactly how much it weighs on the score. • Minor fixes and performance improvements.
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FAQ
What is the Costa Score?
The Costa Score is a number from 1 to 100 that represents the overall condition of a beach. It's calculated by factoring in wave height, currents, wind, weather, water quality, sargassum, UV, and temperature.
Does Costa have ads?
Costa is ad-free, allowing users to check beach conditions without any interruptions.
How often is the data updated?
The app uses real-time data from various sources. If a reading is missing or has expired, Costa will hide it rather than guess, ensuring the information is always current and reliable.
What beaches does Costa cover?
Costa currently covers over 40 beaches in Puerto Rico, with plans to add more. It prioritizes showing your closest coast first.
Is Costa safe for children?
Yes, Costa has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for families. It provides important safety information for beachgoers of all ages.
Can I compare different beaches with Costa?
Yes, you can compare beaches at a glance within the app to help you decide where to go for the day.
What sources does Costa use for its data?
Costa utilizes public data from reputable sources including NWS San Juan, NOAA, CARICOOS, EPA, and Open-Meteo, making complex information accessible.
Does Costa replace official warnings?
No, Costa is a tool to help you understand conditions and does not replace the judgment of a lifeguard or official warnings. Always follow any flags or advisories posted at the beach.



