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San Jose

City · 🇨🇷 Costa Rica
Population 335,007
Area 154 km²
Time zone America/Costa_Rica
Official website www.msj.go.cr
San Jose

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San José Essentials

San José’s urban landscape blends neoclassical landmarks with vibrant daily life. This selection features the city's architectural highlights, including the 19th-century Metropolitan Cathedral and the ornate Correos Post Office Building. Cultural hubs like the Melico Salazar Theatre and the bustling Central Market offer a glimpse into local traditions and commerce. The list also includes the historic General Cemetery, known for its extensive marble mausoleums, and the central Plaza de la Cultura, providing a concise overview of the Costa Rican capital’s historical and social evolution.

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Climate & when to visit

Best time to visit: January, February, March

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Typical weather in January

Great
  • 24° (feels like 25°) · extremes 14°–27°
  • 16° at night
  • 8 rainy days
  • 3 sunny days
  • 5 hours of sunshine per day
  • Comfortable humidity
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 7 · high

Typical weather in February

Great
  • 26° · extremes 14°–29°
  • 16° at night
  • 6 rainy days
  • 6 sunny days
  • 6 hours of sunshine per day
  • Comfortable humidity
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 9 · very high

Typical weather in March

Great
  • 28° · extremes 15°–30°
  • 17° at night
  • 7 rainy days
  • 7 sunny days
  • 7 hours of sunshine per day
  • Comfortable humidity
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 10 · very high

Typical weather in April

Good
  • 28° (feels like 29°) · extremes 16°–30°
  • 18° at night
  • 13 rainy days
  • 3 sunny days
  • 6 hours of sunshine per day
  • Comfortable humidity
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 10 · very high

Typical weather in May

Fair
  • 25° (feels like 27°) · extremes 17°–29°
  • 18° at night
  • 23 rainy days
  • 0 sunny days
  • 5 hours of sunshine per day
  • Humid air
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 8 · very high

Typical weather in June

Fair
  • 23° (feels like 26°) · extremes 16°–26°
  • 18° at night
  • 25 rainy days
  • 0 sunny days
  • 4 hours of sunshine per day
  • Muggy, humid air
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 8 · very high

Typical weather in July

Fair
  • 24° (feels like 26°) · extremes 16°–26°
  • 17° at night
  • 24 rainy days
  • 0 sunny days
  • 4 hours of sunshine per day
  • Humid air
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 7 · high

Typical weather in August

Fair
  • 24° (feels like 26°) · extremes 16°–26°
  • 17° at night
  • 24 rainy days
  • 0 sunny days
  • 4 hours of sunshine per day
  • Humid air
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 8 · very high

Typical weather in September

Fair
  • 23° (feels like 25°) · extremes 16°–26°
  • 17° at night
  • 26 rainy days
  • 0 sunny days
  • 5 hours of sunshine per day
  • Humid air
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 9 · very high

Typical weather in October

Fair
  • 22° (feels like 24°) · extremes 16°–25°
  • 17° at night
  • 26 rainy days
  • 0 sunny days
  • 4 hours of sunshine per day
  • Humid air
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 8 · very high

Typical weather in November

Fair
  • 23° (feels like 24°) · extremes 15°–25°
  • 17° at night
  • 22 rainy days
  • 0 sunny days
  • 4 hours of sunshine per day
  • Humid air
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 7 · high

Typical weather in December

Good
  • 23° (feels like 25°) · extremes 14°–25°
  • 16° at night
  • 14 rainy days
  • 1 sunny day
  • 5 hours of sunshine per day
  • Humid air
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 7 · high

Climate data: NASA POWER (MERRA-2) · 1996–2025

Practical information

Currency
Costa Rican Colón CRC ₡ · Card payments · Commonly accepted
Emergency numbers
911
Electricity
Type A / Type B
120 V · 60 Hz
Languages
Spanish
Tap water
Safe to drink
Driving side
Right
Calling code
+506
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Tours & Activities

San José Central Market
Walk
Correos Post Office Building
Walk
Metropolitan Cathedral

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