Windy Start to the Week in Costa Rica With Heavier Rain Coming Tuesday The week in Costa Rica begins with strong winds and humidity, with significant rainfall expected to arrive on Tuesday, particularly impacting the Caribbean and Northern Zone. Travelers planning activities should adjust their schedules, as the weather conditions will vary across regions. Today’s weather features gusty winds ranging from 60 to 90 km/h (37 to 56 mph) in mountainous areas and 40 to 65 km/h (25 to 40 mph) in lowlands. The Central Valley, including San José, Alajuela, Heredia, and Cartago, will experience on-and-off drizzle in the morning, with a higher chance of rain in the afternoon and evening. The Caribbean and Northern Zone will see showers starting early, while the Pacific side remains relatively drier, offering better conditions for sun seekers. Tuesday brings the heaviest rain of the week, driven by Tropical Wave #24. This rain will be most intense in the Caribbean and Northern Zone, where saturated soils from earlier waves increase the risk of flooding and landslides. Areas like Limón, Puerto Viejo, Cahuita, Tortuguero, and the northern lowlands should prepare for potential disruptions. For beachgoers, the Pacific coast remains the best option, with Guanacaste, the Nicoya Peninsula, and the Central and South Pacific offering warmer, more stable weather. However, Saharan dust is affecting the region, causing haze and higher temperatures on the Pacific side. The Caribbean coast, while wetter, is recommended for earlier in the week to avoid Tuesday’s heavy rain. Travelers should book flights early, especially domestic routes, as gusty winds and afternoon storms may delay small aircraft. Airports serving wetter regions, such as Tortuguero, Limón, Quepos, and Drake Bay, are particularly vulnerable.#costa_rica #tropical_wave_24 #limon #puerto_viejo #tortuguero
