Current Time in Alajuela, Costa Rica
Alajuela is on Central Standard Time – CST (UTC−6) right now. Alajuela does not observe daylight saving time.
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· Alajuela
America/Costa_Rica
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Time zone of Alajuela
| Time zone | Central Standard Time |
|---|---|
| Abbreviation | CST |
| UTC offset | UTC−6 |
| IANA time zone id | America/Costa_Rica |
| Daylight saving time | Not observed |
Time difference between Alajuela and other cities
Daylight saving time in Alajuela
Alajuela does not observe daylight saving time. The clocks stay on UTC−6 all year, so conversions never shift.
Alajuela time FAQ
What time is it in Alajuela right now?
Alajuela is on CST (UTC−6). The live clock at the top of this page shows the current local time in Alajuela, updated every second.
What time zone is Alajuela in?
Alajuela is in Central Standard Time, abbreviated CST, UTC−6. Its IANA time zone id is America/Costa_Rica.
Does Alajuela observe daylight saving time?
No. Alajuela stays on UTC−6 all year.
What is the time difference between Alajuela and New York?
New York is 1 hour ahead of Alajuela.
Other cities in Costa Rica
Updated 6 November 2026. Time zone data: IANA tz database.