What Kind of Government Does Costa Rica Have?

Costa Rica is a presidential, representative democratic republic, whereby the president serves as the country's head of state and head of government.

What is the Biggest City in Costa Rica?

San José is the largest city in Costa Rica, with a population of 333,980.

What Languages are Spoken in Costa Rica?

panish is the official language of Costa Rica. A number of indigenous languages such as Cabécar, Bribri, and Maléku are also spoken.

What is the Capital of Costa Rica?

San José is the capital city of Costa Rica.

Costa Rica Weather

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Costa Rica's Information

Land Area	51,060 km²
Water Area	40 km²
Total Area	51,100km² (#126)
Population	4,872,543 (#123)
Population Density	95.43/km²
Government Type	Presidential Republic
GDP (PPP)	$79.26 Billion
GDP Per Capita	$16,100
Currency	Colon (CRC)
More Information	Costa Rica
Largest Cities	San Jose (335,007) Limon (63,081) San Francisco (55,923) View all cities in Costa Rica

Climate:
Costa Rica's tropical climate is pleasant throughout the year, with prevailing trade winds helping to cool much of the coastal areas.

March through May are the hottest months, while somewhat cooler temperatures are the norm during December, January and February.

As usual, in mountainous countries, temperatures vary by elevation. In Costa Rica, the average high temperature in the elevated Central Valley (I.E. San Jose) is near 72° F; in the lows 80s along the Caribbean coastline, and approaching 90° F on the Pacific coast.

The country receives copious amounts of rain, with an annual yearly average near 100 inches (250cm). The heaviest amounts fall along the Caribbean coastline in the form of afternoon showers.

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