The month in detail
What to expect in June
In June, San José sees 75°F during the day with 4.8h of sunshine per day. With 66% of rainy days, always have indoor alternatives planned.
June ranks 10 out of 12 months in San José. Compared to May: −4°F daytime, 13 pts more rainy days, −1.1h of sun per day.
This month's conditions
What it's like in June
UV index
7 · high
sunscreen and hat advised
Feels like
muggy at times
18°
Daylight
12.6h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 21
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Is June the right month?
The best month in San José is March (9.2/10), 4.7 pts higher than June.
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Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.
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Practical info
What you need to know before you go
Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a beach trip.
Country · Costa Rica
🗣️LanguageSpanish
💶CurrencyColón costaricain (₡)
🚗DrivingRight-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘVery safe · 1/5
💰Cost of living ⓘModerate · 3/5
🌡️ Climate
🌍Climate typeEquatorial tropical
📈Climate trend ⓘStable
🔥Hottest monthMarch · 81°F
❄️Coolest monthJune · 75°F
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘSeptember · 72%
🏖️ Beach trip
📅Peak seasonJuin → Sept
🏖️Swell (Sept–Mar) ⓘModérée
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Other destinations in June
If June doesn't convince you for this destination, compare with others.
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Location
Where is San José ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
🌍 World
🔍 Geographic context
Costa RicaEquatorial tropical climate with a 9.2 → 4.5 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
9.93°N · 84.08°W
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit San José?
February is the best month with 79°F highs, 61°F lows, 9.4h of sunshine and 8.0% rainy days. The months of February & March offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does San José get in February?
San José averages 9.4 sunshine hours per day in February. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 8.7/10.
What is the rainiest month in San José?
June is the most unfavourable month with June has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in San José in February?
In February, overnight lows reach 61°F, while afternoon highs average 79°F.
Is San José good in winter?
In winter (December-February), San José scores 8.4/10 on average — Acceptable conditions for cultural visits.. The best month overall remains February with a score of 8.7/10.
When should you avoid San José?
June is the most difficult month to visit San José, with June has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Do you need sun protection in San José in June?
The average UV index reaches 7 in June in San José (high), with about 12.6h of daylight. Sunscreen and hat advised.