ISS pass times · Costa Rica
When is the ISS visible over San José?
Find the next visible passes over San José, Costa Rica, in local time. See when to step outside, which direction to look, and how high the station climbs. Visibility depends on a clear sky and a sunlit station.
Next visible passes over San José
Local time · America/Costa Rica · Clear skies required
YOUR NEXT VIEWING OPPORTUNITY
Tuesday, Nov 3
Step outside 5 minutes early. Look SW, then follow the light toward SW.
14° above the horizon · About 1 minutes visible
Chosen using height, duration and brightness. Weather isn't available for every candidate; check the clouds before you go.
Shared links use an approximate area, rounded to about 10 km.
| When to look | Direction | Max height | Visible for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tue, Nov 3 | SW → SW | 14° | 1 min |
| Wed, Nov 4 | N → NNE | 17° | 2 min |
| Wed, Nov 4 | SSW → SE | 41° | 3 min |
| Thu, Nov 5 | SSE → E | 18° | 5 min |
| Thu, Nov 5 | W → WNW | 13° | 1 min |
Calculated Oct 19, 6:27 PM CST. Predictions farther ahead can change after orbital adjustments. Check again on the day.
Viewing from San José
San José lies near the equator at 9.9° latitude, where the ISS crosses on steep, fast tracks and can pass close to straight overhead. Twilight is short in the tropics, so the visible window after sunset or before sunrise is brief — be outside a few minutes before the pass starts.
How to read the pass times
Each pass shows its start time in San José local time, the compass direction it travels (for example W→SE means it rises in the west and sets in the southeast), its maximum height above the horizon, and how long it stays visible. Higher passes are usually easier to see above buildings and trees. No telescope is needed. New to this? Read our guide to seeing the ISS or watch the station's position right now on the live tracker.