Weather in San José
What's the weather like in San José?
San José has a moderate climate and heavy rainfall, especially in the wet season. Average daytime highs range from 24°C (75°F) in January to 25°C (77°F) in July, with overnight lows around 15°C (59°F) and 17°C (63°F) respectively.
For comfortable sightseeing temperatures (18–26°C daytime highs), the best months to visit San José are January through December.
Quick facts
- Country
- 🇨🇷 Costa Rica
- Region
- Central America
- Time zone
- America/Costa_Rica
- Coordinates
- 9.928, -84.091
Monthly climate
Long-run averages for each month of the year.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rain days | Snow days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 24°C / 75°F | 15°C / 59°F | 6 mm | 1 | — |
| February | 25°C / 77°F | 15°C / 59°F | 8 mm | 1 | — |
| March | 26°C / 79°F | 16°C / 61°F | 18 mm | 2 | — |
| April | 27°C / 81°F | 17°C / 63°F | 65 mm | 7 | — |
| May | 26°C / 79°F | 17°C / 63°F | 226 mm | 19 | — |
| June | 26°C / 79°F | 17°C / 63°F | 248 mm | 22 | — |
| July | 25°C / 77°F | 17°C / 63°F | 211 mm | 21 | — |
| August | 26°C / 79°F | 17°C / 63°F | 241 mm | 23 | — |
| September | 26°C / 79°F | 17°C / 63°F | 305 mm | 24 | — |
| October | 25°C / 77°F | 17°C / 63°F | 300 mm | 25 | — |
| November | 25°C / 77°F | 16°C / 61°F | 145 mm | 14 | — |
| December | 24°C / 75°F | 15°C / 59°F | 41 mm | 4 | — |
San José by month
Detailed weather for any specific month:
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Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit San José?
The most comfortable months in San José are usually January, February, December, when average highs sit near 18–26°C (64–79°F) with relatively little rain. See the full month-by-month breakdown for the exact figures.
What is the hottest month in San José?
April is typically the hottest month in San José, averaging a high of 27°C (81°F).
What is the coldest month in San José?
January is usually the coldest, with average lows around 15°C (59°F).
Does it snow in San José?
Snow is rare in San José; the climate data shows essentially no snowfall across the year.
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