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Matina, Costa Rica
Limón Province · Costa Rica
Matina is a small town in Limón Province, Costa Rica with a population of 2,315. Elevation: 33 ft (10 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).
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About Matina
Matina is a canton in the Limón province of Costa Rica. The head city is in Matina district.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,315 |
| Population Density | 17 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 33 ft (10 m) |
| Coordinates | 10.0836°, -83.2843° |
| Timezone | America/Costa_Rica |
| Country | 🇨🇷 Costa Rica |
| State / Province | Limón Province |
| Average Temperature | 79°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 135.8 inches (3,450 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Matina
Matina is a small town in Costa Rica (Limón Province) with a population of 2,315. The city sits at an elevation of 33 feet (10 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 135.8 inches. The timezone is America/Costa_Rica.
Climate in Matina
Matina has an average annual temperature of 25.8°C (78°F). The hottest month is Jun (26.7°C), the coldest is Jan (24.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 3655 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.3°F |
| 47% above Costa Rica avg | |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 108 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 33 ft (10 m) |
| Area | 135.7 sq mi (351.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 17/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 10.0836°N, 83.2843°W |
| Timezone | America/Costa_Rica |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
6 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 3.0 m (10 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1991 | LIMON, PANDORA | Earthquake | 3.0 m | 90 | 50 km |
| 2019 | IRAZU VOLCANO | Explosion | — | — | 63 km |
| 1924 | COSTA RICA | Earthquake | — | — | 146 km |
| 1822 | MATINA | Earthquake | — | — | 72 km |
| 1798 | MATINA | Earthquake | — | — | 44 km |
| 1746 | MATINA | Earthquake | — | — | 44 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Turrialba (53 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Turrialba | Stratovolcano | 3,340 m (10,958 ft) | 2019 | 53 km |
| Irazu | Stratovolcano | 3,432 m (11,260 ft) | 1994 | 63 km |
| Barva | Complex | 2,906 m (9,534 ft) | -6050 | 90 km |
| Poas | Stratovolcano | 2,708 m (8,885 ft) | 2019 | 105 km |
| Platanar | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,267 m (7,438 ft) | Unknown | 121 km |
| Arenal | Stratovolcano | 1,670 m (5,479 ft) | 2010 | 161 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 78°F (26°C) | 10.8 in | |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 6.7 in | |
| March | 81°F (27°C) | 5.8 in | Driest |
| April | 82°F (28°C) | 7.7 in | Warmest |
| May | 81°F (27°C) | 10.9 in | |
| June | 80°F (26°C) | 13.0 in | |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 16.3 in | Wettest |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 13.0 in | |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 9.0 in | |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 11.4 in | |
| November | 78°F (25°C) | 15.4 in | |
| December | 78°F (25°C) | 15.7 in | Coldest |
Matina has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 78°F in December to 82°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 135.8 inches, with July being the wettest month (16.3") and March the driest (5.8").
Schools in Matina
18 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela La Maravilla | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Santa Marta | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela San Cristóbal y Nieves | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Bristol | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Central de Matina | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Goly | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Cuatro Millas | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Palacios | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Saborío | — | — | — | — |
| Liceo de Innovación Educativa Matina | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Larga Distancia | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Venecia | — | — | — | — |
| Liceo de Venecia | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Las Brisas de Zent | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Zent | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Boston | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Lomas del Toro | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Estrada | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Matina
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Casino 98.3FM | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Casino | — | MP3 128 kbps |
Libraries in Matina
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Pública de Matina | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Semioficial de Siquirres | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Sede Caribe | 0.0 | |||||
| Librería Fung | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Matina
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Súper Mercadito |
Hotels in Matina
3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Matina
2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Matina
2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Matina
2 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Matina
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Matina
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Matina
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Matina
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Matina
38 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Aerotortuguero Airport | — | Medium Airport |
| Barra del Colorado Airport | BCL | Medium Airport |
| Guapiles Airport | GPL | Medium Airport |
| Limón International Airport | LIO | Medium Airport |
| Altomonte Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Amubri Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Atirro Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Babilonia Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Barra de Parismina Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Barra del Tortuguero | TTQ | Small Airport |
| Bataan (Monte Libano) Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Bremen Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Cajuela/San Isidro Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Deborah Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Don Diego Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Duacari 2 Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Carmen de Siquirres Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Ceibo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Finca 32 Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Finca 45 Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Hacienda La Suerte Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Bonita Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Las Islas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Las Lomas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pandora Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Portalón Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Rio Frio / Progreso Airport | RFR | Small Airport |
| Roxana Farms Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Alberto Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Isidro del General Airport | IPZ | Small Airport |
| San Pedro Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Santa Clara De Guapiles Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Santa Maria De Guacimo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Sarapigui Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Shiroles Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Sixaola Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ticaban Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Yucatica Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Matina
22 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Centro Cristiano Amor y Vida | |
| Igleisa La Luz del Mundo | |
| Iglesia Adventista | |
| Iglesia de Baltimore | |
| Iglesia de Bananita | |
| Iglesia de Berta | |
| Iglesia de Boston | |
| Iglesia de Bristol | |
| Iglesia de Cuatro Millas | |
| Iglesia de Estrada | |
| Iglesia de Evangelio Completo | |
| Iglesia de Río Cuba | |
| Iglesia de Saborío | |
| Iglesia de Santa María | |
| Iglesia de Venecia | |
| Iglesia de Zent | |
| Iglesia Metodista | |
| Iglesia Nuestra Señora de los Ángeles | |
| Iglesia Pentecostal Unida | |
| Primera Iglesia Bautista |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Costa Rica
11 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Matina
What is the population of Matina?
Matina has a population of 2,315 residents and is located in Costa Rica. The population density is 17 people per square mile, spread across 135.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Matina?
Matina has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 108 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 135.8 inches.