Maundy Thursday
Nationwide public holiday in Costa Rica · Jueves Santo
Dates
| Year | Date | Weekday | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 2 April | Thursday | Nationwide |
| 2027 | 25 March | Thursday | Nationwide |
Where it applies
Everywhere in Costa Rica.
Is it a day off?
Yes. It is an official public holiday, so most employees have the day off. Government offices, schools and many businesses are usually closed; shops, restaurants and public transport may keep reduced hours. Check local announcements for opening times.
Make it longer
Thu 25 Mar – Sun 28 Mar is a 4-day weekend with no leave needed.
Plan more breaks with the leave planner.
Typical weather in San José around 25 March: high 31°C (88°F), low 20°C (69°F), rain on 27% of days.
Averages for 2015–2024, 3 days either side of the date, for the area around San José. Past averages, not a forecast.
Forecast for Thursday 25 March in San José: (MET Norway)
Coming up next in Costa Rica
Friday, 26 March 2027
Maundy Thursday in other countries
El Salvador
Greenland
Guatemala
Honduras
Nicaragua
Argentina
Colombia
Denmark
Equatorial Guinea
Faroe Islands
Iceland
Norway
More for Costa Rica
Holiday dates are for general information and can change. Official government announcements take precedence.