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San José travel guide

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San José travel guide

Best time to visit January·February·NovemberOctober 28°/18°

Flights to San José

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When to visit San José: month by month

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What is Comfort?

Rainy days = average days a month with 1 mm+ of rain · Comfort = 0–100 score from daytime highs (best at 18–28°C) and rainy days

San José travel facts

Quick facts

Currency
CRC (₡)
Plug
A / B
Voltage
120V/60Hz
Driving
right
Emergency
911
Tipping
optional
Tap water
safe to drink

Airports

  • SJOJuan Santamaría International Airport14.9 km
  • SYQTobías Bolaños International Airport6.3 km
  • XQPQuepos Managua Airport54.1 km
  • FONLa Fortuna Arenal Airport80.5 km

Public holidays 2026

  • January1New Year's Day
  • April2Maundy Thursday
  • April3Good Friday
  • April11Juan Santamaría Day
  • May1Labour Day
  • July25Annexation of the Party of Nicoya to Costa Rica
  • August2Feast of Our Lady of the Angels
  • August15Mother's Day
  • September15Independence Day
  • December1Army Abolition DayNext up
  • December25Christmas Day

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