Limon International Airport

Airport Airport

IATA Code
LIO
ICAO Code
MRLM
Airport Type
Medium Airport
Class
International

Limón International Airport serves Puerto Limón on Costa Rica’s Caribbean coast and handles domestic and some regional services. It is a small airport with a single passenger terminal focused on regional connections rather than large international traffic.

Limon International Airport
Elevation: 2 m
9.9580, -83.0220

Terminal Guide for Limón International Airport #

The airport has one small terminal handling check‑in, security and arrivals in a single building; gates are reached on foot. Facilities are oriented to short domestic and regional sectors and are compact and easy to navigate.

Getting to and From Limón International Airport #

Taxis and local buses link the airport to Limón town; journeys to central Limón are short.

• Taxi - Short ride to Limón town; negotiate or confirm meter usage. • Local bus - Runs between the airport area and town but services can be infrequent. • Driving - Short distance to central Limón; car hire options are found in town rather than at the terminal.

There is no metro or airport rail service.

Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Limón International Airport #

Amenities are limited: small cafés or kiosks rather than full restaurants, and minimal retail. Wi‑Fi may be limited or unavailable; charging points are likely scarce. There are no major airline lounges. Accessibility is basic - arrange assistance with your carrier if required. Luggage storage and showers are unlikely on site.

Hotels and Layovers at Limón International Airport #

There are a few small guesthouses and hotels in Limón town; there is no large on‑airport hotel. For international chain availability, search parent sites such as [accor.com] or [hilton.com]. For long layovers consider hotels in Limón city where day rooms are sometimes available.

Tips for Limon International Airport #

  • For domestic flights within Costa Rica, check‑in desks and security can be quick - but services (shops, cafes) may close early.
  • SIM cards and tourist information are easier to obtain in Limón town than at the airport; bring cash for small purchases.
  • Ground transportation options are limited; pre‑book transfers during weekends or public holidays.

Weather & Climate near Limon International Airport #

Climate

Limon International Airport's climate is classified as Tropical Rainforest - Tropical Rainforest climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 22°C to 32°C. Heavy rainfall (3201 mm/year), wettest in August.

Air Quality: AQI 58 Moderate
Best Time to Visit
FebruaryJanuaryMarch
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
32°
Warmest Month
20°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 22°C. Heavy rain (224 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

74 Very Good

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
22° 30°
85%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

224 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.8
UV Index
Very High
11.5h daylight

February

February is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 22°C. Significant rainfall (181 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

76 Very Good

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
22° 30°
83%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

181 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.1
UV Index
Extreme
11.7h daylight

March

March is hot, feeling like 30°C with oppressive humidity. Significant rainfall (139 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

70 Very Good

Comfort

30°
Feels Like Hot
27°C
Temperature
23° 31°
82%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

139 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.3
UV Index
Extreme
12.0h daylight

April

April is the hottest month, feeling like 31°C with oppressive humidity. Significant rainfall (196 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

60 Good

Comfort

31°
Feels Like Hot
27°C
Temperature
23° 32°
82%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

196 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.1
UV Index
Extreme
12.2h daylight

May

May is hot, feeling like 31°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (316 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

55 Acceptable

Comfort

31°
Feels Like Hot
27°C
Temperature
23° 31°
86%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

316 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.9
UV Index
Very High
12.4h daylight

June

June is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Heavy rain (333 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

63 Good

Comfort

27°
Feels Like Warm
27°C
Temperature
23° 30°
88%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

333 mm
Rainfall
2.4 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.9
UV Index
Very High
12.5h daylight

July

July is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Heavy rain (306 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

63 Good

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
23° 30°
89%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

306 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.8
UV Index
Very High
12.5h daylight

August

August is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 22°C). The wettest month with heavy rain (379 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

63 Good

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
23° 30°
88%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

379 mm
Rainfall
2.5 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.9
UV Index
Very High
12.3h daylight

September

September is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 22°C). Heavy rain (266 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

63 Good

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
22° 30°
87%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

266 mm
Rainfall
2.3 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.9
UV Index
Very High
12.1h daylight

October

October is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 22°C). Heavy rain (235 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

63 Good

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
22° 30°
88%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

235 mm
Rainfall
2.3 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.7
UV Index
Very High
11.8h daylight

November

November is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 22°C). Heavy rain (364 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

63 Good

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
22° 29°
89%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

364 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.6
UV Index
Very High
11.6h daylight

December

December is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 22°C. Heavy rain (262 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

70 Very Good

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
22° 29°
87%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

262 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.6
UV Index
Very High
11.5h daylight

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