There's a question I get asked constantly about Costa Rica's capital, and it's the wrong one. People planning a visit, or something longer, want to know how bad the heat gets.
The answer is that it doesn't.
The San Jose Costa...
The country's Pacific coast has become the setting for a rare and fascinating phenomenon for visitors and locals alike. Recently, authorities from the National System of Conservation Areas (SINAC) have been following up on reports and records of sightings...
Its interaction with accelerated trade winds over the Caribbean Sea is creating highly unstable weather conditions across most of the national territory.
Most Affected Regions & Forecast
Pacific Slope (North, Central, and South): Moderate to heavy downpours accompanied by thunderstorms during...
Costa Rica will experience relatively stable weather with scattered rainfall this Friday, but the National Meteorological Institute (IMN) warns that atmospheric conditions are set to change significantly heading into the weekend.
Key Weather Highlights:
Stable Friday Conditions: Most of the national...
With the goal of shielding the national power grid during the dry season and diversifying its renewable generation sources, the Coopeguanacaste cooperative is moving forward with the Abangares Solar Photovoltaic Project. This initiative stands as one of the most...
Every month, Route 27 generates approximately 27 tons of waste—ranging from paper and cardboard to scrap metal and plastics. However, the most alarming statistic for the concessionaire's environmental authorities is that only 12% of these materials are currently being...
The iconic Scarlet Macaw, famous for its brilliant plumage and graceful pair-bonding flights, is experiencing a remarkable recovery in Costa Rica. Thanks to intensive reforestation efforts targeting native trees—such as the mountain almond tree—alongside the installation of artificial nesting...
Costa Rica has once again proven why it remains one of the world's most vital biodiversity hotspots. Researchers recently identified a new endemic species of night frog inhabiting coffee cultivation areas—a milestone that enriches the region's scientific catalog while...
SAN JOSÉ, Costa Rica — Costa Rica is finalizing preparations for its eighth National Drill 2026, scheduled for Thursday, August 12, at 10:00 a.m. The nationwide exercise adopts a multi-hazard approach aimed at testing emergency protocols, response times, and...
