Costa Rica — time, weather and useful information
Country page for Costa Rica: local time and weather in its cities, key facts, norms and traditions, tips for tourists and important warnings for travellers.
Country at a glance
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Cities of the country on the map
About this country
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Norms and traditions
Tips for tourists
What a traveller should keep in mind
Public holidays 2026
| 01.01 | New Year's Day · every year |
| 02.04.2026 | Maundy Thursday |
| 03.04.2026 | Good Friday |
| 11.04 | Juan Santamaría Day · every year |
| 01.05 | Labour Day · every year |
| 25.07 | Annexation of the Party of Nicoya to Costa Rica · every year |
| 02.08 | Feast of Our Lady of the Angels · every year |
| 15.08 | Mother's Day · every year |
| 15.09 | Independence Day · every year |
| 01.12 | Army Abolition Day · every year |
| 25.12 | Christmas Day · every year |
Traveler safety
🦟 Mosquitoes: malaria/dengue
☀️ Strong sun, burn risk
🌊 Strong currents / rip tides
🎐 Jellyfish near the coast
General guidance for tourists. Before travelling, check your government’s official travel advisories.
The country profile is general reference information describing customs and everyday details for travellers. Before your trip, check the current entry rules and the official travel advice of your government.