Costa Rica Weather
Costa Rica's Information
| Land Area | 51,060 km2 |
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| 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 |
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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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Costa Rica Trivia
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 Languages Are Spoken In Costa Rica?
What is the Biggest City in Costa Rica?
San José is the largest city in Costa Rica, with a population of 333,980.
Biggest Cities In Costa Rica
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 Type of Government Does Costa Rica Have?
What Are The Major Natural Resources Of Costa Rica?
Costa Rica is endowed with natural resources including arable land, minerals, wildlife, rivers, forests, and the country's beautiful scenery.
What Are The Major Natural Resources Of Costa Rica?
What is the Capital of Costa Rica?
San José is the capital city of Costa Rica.
What Is the Capital of Costa Rica?
What Kind of Mammals are From Costa Rica?
Costa Rica is home to diverse plant and animal life. The country contains 5% of world’s biodiversity. Some mammals that are native to Costa Rica include the West Indian Manatee, the Baird's tapir, and the rough-toothed dolphin.
Native Mammals Of Costa Rica
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