San Jose (Costa Rica) weather (2024)

FAQs

What are the best months to travel to San Jose Costa Rica? ›

The best time to visit Costa Rica is between December and April, when the weather is at its driest and brightest. We'd also recommend traveling in the country's green season, from May to June or in November.

Costa Rica Rainy Season: May to November

The rain freshens the vegetation and the country becomes lush and vibrant. While temperatures don't change that much from the dry season, the climate is wetter. Expect frequent thunderstorms, heavy rains, and tropical depressions.

Costa Rica Weather

April is the hottest month in San José with an average temperature of 25°C (76°F) and the coldest is January at 22°C (71°F) with the most daily sunshine hours at 7 in June. The wettest month is September with an average of 240mm of rain..

COSTA RICA WEATHER BY MONTH

January-April: The highlands range from 68-77°F, while the lowlands stay warmer at 77-86°F. April is typically the hottest month, with average highs exceeding 86°F.

The most expensive time to visit Costa Rica is during peak holiday seasons such as Christmas and New Years or Easter. High season dates usually consist of the months of December through April (excluding Christmas and Easter) and are the regular season rates.

U.S. Embassy in Costa. Rica

The Department of State alerts U.S. citizens to the official start of the Atlantic hurricane season, which spans from June 1 to November 30. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's (NOAA) Climate Prediction Center expects an above-normal 2024 Atlantic hurricane season.

Best and Worst Seasons to Visit

But in a nutshell, Costa Rica's driest months are December – May and the wettest months are June – October, with November being a transition month between the two seasons. Typically, these drier months are also the hottest, and the wetter months are cooler (but still warm).

You're Going to Love San Jose

America's 10th largest city is a wonderful tourist destination in its own right. So forget about Alcatraz, settle into a San Jose hotel and sample the fine food, nightlife, shops and outdoor attractions that make it such an irresistible vacation destination.

This beautiful country is known for its stunning beaches, lush rainforests, and incredible wildlife. Whether you're looking for adventure or relaxation, Costa Rica has something for everyone.

Yes. It's completely safe to drink the tap water over the majority of the country. That includes your luxury vacation rentals in Guanacaste! Costa Rica is quite notable in Latin America as 92.5% of the population has access to drinking water.

What season is it in San Jose Costa Rica right now? ›

First things first, there are two tropical seasons in Costa Rica: dry season and green season. December through April is the dry season. May through November is the green season.

Besides summer, the best times to visit San Jose are April–May and September–October. The weather and temperature are most pleasant at these times of the year, the city is less busy, and hotels have better offers.

Light, loose clothing – Overall, you can dress very casual in Costa Rica. Light clothing works best in the heat & clothes that don't wrinkle or stick to sweaty skin are very useful. Dri-fit is perfect! Leave the jeans & tight clothing at home!

Best and Worst Seasons to Visit

But in a nutshell, Costa Rica's driest months are December – May and the wettest months are June – October, with November being a transition month between the two seasons. Typically, these drier months are also the hottest, and the wetter months are cooler (but still warm).

The wet season runs from November through March. 82% of the yearly precipitation total falls within this period. Rainfall is sparse from May through October. Rain during the summer months of June, July and August normally totals only 0.20".

Answer: May, June, September, October, or November

Travel to Costa Rica is least expensive during the low season, especially during non-shoulder-season months (i.e., May, June, September, October, and November) when accommodation prices are at their lowest.