Hurricane Tracker Costa Rica
The Storm Tracks layer shows current position, past path, forecast path, and the cone of probable tracks.
RainViewer shows storm tracks on one map for Costa Rica, its Caribbean coast, and its Pacific coast.
The Storm Tracks layer shows current position, past path, forecast path, and the cone of probable tracks.
Current hurricanes near Costa Rica
Costa Rica has a Caribbean coast in the east and a Pacific coast in the west. Mountains run through the center of the country. This list names each active tropical storm or hurricane near Costa Rica, with its category and status, and each storm links to its own tracker page.
No active tropical storm or hurricane is listed near Costa Rica.
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How RainViewer shows storms
The Instituto Meteorológico Nacional publishes the official weather warnings and storm information for Costa Rica. The Storm Tracks layer on the RainViewer map shows current position, past path, forecast path, and the cone of probable tracks. RainViewer does not replace official warnings.
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When is hurricane season in Costa Rica?
Costa Rica has two hurricane seasons. The Atlantic season, for the Caribbean coast, runs from June 1 to November 30. The eastern Pacific season, for the Pacific coast, runs from May 15 to November 30, according to the National Hurricane Center.
A hurricane starts as a cluster of thunderstorms over warm ocean water. Warm, moist air rises from the sea surface. The air pressure near the surface drops, and more air flows in. The rotation of the Earth makes this air spin, counterclockwise in the Northern Hemisphere. Weak winds high in the atmosphere let the system organize. A system with a closed circulation is called a tropical depression. It becomes a tropical storm when its winds strengthen, and the National Hurricane Center gives it a name. It becomes a hurricane when its winds reach hurricane strength.
Sea temperatures around Costa Rica are highest in late summer. This is the time of the most storm activity. Early in the season, storms often form in the Gulf of Mexico or the western Caribbean Sea. Later in the season, storms often start as tropical waves that leave West Africa and cross the Atlantic Ocean. Storms from both oceans can affect the weather, and they usually pass north of the country.
Storms in nearby regions
Looking for storms near Costa Rica? See the hurricane trackers for Nicaragua, Panama, or open the tracker for all regions.
Hurricane categories, at a glance
Tropical Depression (<39 mph)
Rain and gusty wind, no hurricane classification yet.
Tropical Storm (39-73 mph)
Heavy rain, coastal flooding, downed branches.
Category 1 Hurricane (74-95 mph)
Roof and siding damage, downed trees, power outages.
Category 2 Hurricane (96-110 mph)
Major roof damage, trees snapped, extended power loss.
Category 3 Hurricane (111-129 mph)
Structural damage to homes, water and power loss for days.
Category 4 Hurricane (130-156 mph)
Severe structural damage, long-term power and water loss.
Category 5 Hurricane (157 mph or higher)
Total roof failure and wall collapse, area uninhabitable for weeks.
FAQ
Where can I see current hurricanes near Costa Rica?
The hurricane tracker map on this RainViewer page shows current storm tracks near Costa Rica, and the list under the map names each active storm near Costa Rica. When no storm is active, the list says so and links to storms in other regions. Past storms near Costa Rica are listed further down the page.
When is hurricane season in Costa Rica, and which months are busiest?
Costa Rica has an Atlantic season from June 1 to November 30 and an eastern Pacific season from May 15 to November 30, according to the National Hurricane Center. In the Atlantic, most activity falls between mid-August and mid-October, and September 10 is the climatological peak. Storms from both oceans can affect the weather, and they usually pass north of the country.
Which official source issues hurricane warnings for Costa Rica?
The Instituto Meteorológico Nacional publishes the official weather warnings for Costa Rica, and the National Hurricane Center (NHC) publishes forecasts and advisories for every active storm in the Atlantic and eastern Pacific basins. RainViewer shows storm tracks on a map and does not replace official warnings. The NHC is the source for official basin forecasts.
What does the forecast cone show on the Costa Rica map?
The forecast cone on the RainViewer map shows the probable track of the center of a storm during the forecast period. The cone does not show how far wind, rain, or storm surge reach from the center, so areas outside the cone can still have storm effects. The cone is part of the Storm Tracks layer, together with the current position, the past path, and the forecast path.
Where can I see rain radar for Costa Rica?
RainViewer shows rain radar for Costa Rica, and the Costa Rica weather radar page lists radar coverage and links to city radar pages. RainViewer updates radar every 5 minutes. Radar shows rain inside a storm. The Storm Tracks layer shows where the storm is moving.
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