Current Time in CostaRica

Daily schedule of someone living in Costa Rica

Time (local time)	Activities
5:30-6:30	Wake up and get ready for the morning. It is a well-established habit to have breakfast with the family.
6:30-7:30	Commute by car or bus. Many people leave early to avoid traffic jams.
8:00-12:00	Morning duties. This is the time to check emails, attend meetings, and process work.
12:00-13:00	Lunch break. Eat a home-cooked meal or eat out for lunch, then take a short break.
13:00-17:00	Afternoon duties. This is a quiet time spent dealing with clients and doing clerical work.
17:00-18:00	Time to leave work. Some workplaces also have a flextime system.
18:00-19:00	Dinner with family after returning home. This reflects the culture of valuing family.
19:00-21:00	Time to relax by watching TV, reading, or doing light exercise.
21:00-22:30	Bathing and preparing for bed. Many people go to bed early to prepare for work the next day.

Time (local time)	Activities
5:30-6:30	Wake up, change into uniform, have breakfast, and prepare for school.
6:30-7:30	Go to school by school bus, parent's pick-up, or bicycle.
7:30-12:00	Morning classes. Each class has its own curriculum, focusing on the main subjects.
12:00-13:00	Lunch break. Students eat their packed lunch or at the school cafeteria, chat with friends, and enjoy light activities.
13:00-15:00	Afternoon classes. Physical education, art, and practical classes are often held during this time.
15:00-16:30	There may be days when there are club activities or extra classes. Students may participate in local activities instead of club activities.
16:30-18:00	Return home. In the evening, students work on homework or spend time with their families.
18:00-20:00	Dinner and socializing. Students often watch TV or chat with their families.
20:00-21:30	Do your homework and prepare for the next day, and spend some quiet time.
21:30-22:30	After taking a bath and getting ready for bed, it is common to go to bed around 22:00.