Current Time in Alajuela, 01, Costa Rica
2026 November 2
Alajuela Timezone, Daylight Saving & Geography
Alajuela, 01, Costa Rica is located in the America/Costa_Rica timezone, currently operating at UTC-06:00 (CST). Alajuela is currently on standard time. There are no Daylight Saving Time clock changes scheduled for Alajuela in the upcoming 12 months.
Today in Alajuela, sunrise is at 05:27 and sunset is at 17:13, with solar noon at 11:20 and a total daylight duration of 11h 45m. Geographic coordinates for Alajuela are 10.01625, -84.21163 at an approximate elevation of 954 m above sea level. The recorded population of Alajuela is approximately 47,494 inhabitants.
Alajuela is the second-largest province in Costa Rica. It's known for its agricultural production, particularly sugarcane and pineapples. The Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) serves the greater metropolitan area. The city of Alajuela itself offers a more laid-back atmosphere compared to San José. Many coffee plantations are located in the surrounding hills. Poás Volcano National Park is a popular nearby attraction. The city boasts a vibrant local culture and friendly people. It serves as a gateway to other popular destinations in the country.
Time Difference from Alajuela to Major World Hubs
| Global Hub | Current Hub Time | Alajuela Relative Difference |
|---|---|---|
| UTC / GMT | 13:02 | 6 hrs behind |
| London | 13:02 | 6 hrs behind |
| New York | 08:02 | 1 hr behind |
| Tokyo | 22:02 | 15 hrs behind |
| Sydney | 00:02 | 17 hrs behind |
Alajuela, 01, Costa Rica 24-Hour Time Conversion Table
Working hours & hourly schedule in Alajuela
| Your Local Time | Alajuela, 01, Costa Rica (CST) |
|---|---|
| 00:00 | 18 : 00 (6 : 00PM) |
| 01:00 | 19 : 00 (7 : 00PM) |
| 02:00 | 20 : 00 (8 : 00PM) |
| 03:00 | 21 : 00 (9 : 00PM) |
| 04:00 | 22 : 00 (10 : 00PM) |
| 05:00 | 23 : 00 (11 : 00PM) |
| 06:00 | 0 : 00 (12 : 00AM) |
| 07:00 | 1 : 00 (1 : 00AM) |
| 08:00 | 2 : 00 (2 : 00AM) |
| 09:00 | 3 : 00 (3 : 00AM) |
| 10:00 | 4 : 00 (4 : 00AM) |
| 11:00 | 5 : 00 (5 : 00AM) |
| 12:00 | 6 : 00 (6 : 00AM) |
| 13:00 | 7 : 00 (7 : 00AM) |
| 14:00 | 8 : 00 (8 : 00AM) |
| 15:00 | 9 : 00 (9 : 00AM) |
| 16:00 | 10 : 00 (10 : 00AM) |
| 17:00 | 11 : 00 (11 : 00AM) |
| 18:00 | 12 : 00 (12 : 00PM) |
| 19:00 | 13 : 00 (1 : 00PM) |
| 20:00 | 14 : 00 (2 : 00PM) |
| 21:00 | 15 : 00 (3 : 00PM) |
| 22:00 | 16 : 00 (4 : 00PM) |
| 23:00 | 17 : 00 (5 : 00PM) |
Frequently Asked Questions about Time in Alajuela
- What timezone is Alajuela, Costa Rica in?
- Alajuela follows the America/Costa_Rica IANA timezone with a current UTC offset of UTC-06:00 (CST).
- Does Alajuela observe Daylight Saving Time (DST)?
- Alajuela is currently on standard time (CST, UTC-06:00). No DST transitions are scheduled for Alajuela over the next year.
- What time is sunrise and sunset in Alajuela today?
- Sunrise in Alajuela today is at 05:27 and sunset is at 17:13, providing 11h 45m of daylight.
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