Weather in San José in January
The weather is near-perfect with ideal temperatures and minimal rain. Recommended month to visit.
Climate Overview
January is an excellent time to visit San José. San José has a Warm climate with average yearly highs of 25°C, lows of 17°C, and approximately 9 rainy days per month.
25°C
17°C
9days
11.6h
Is January a good time to visit San José?
The weather is near-perfect with ideal temperatures and minimal rain.
Daylight
5:58 AM
5:34 PM
Live January Forecast
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Up to 16 days ahead Weather by Month
| Month | High | Low | Rainy days | Condition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 25°C | 17°C | 9 | Excellent (best) |
| February | 26°C | 16°C | 2 | Excellent (best) |
| March | 27°C | 16°C | 2 | Excellent (best) |
| April | 28°C | 17°C | 18 | Excellent (best) |
| May | 26°C | 18°C | 27 | Wet |
| June | 25°C | 17°C | 28 | Wet |
| July | 25°C | 17°C | 20 | Wet |
| August | 25°C | 17°C | 27 | Wet |
| September | 25°C | 16°C | 30 | Wet |
| October | 24°C | 17°C | 29 | Wet |
| November | 23°C | 17°C | 28 | Wet |
| December | 24°C | 16°C | 14 | Excellent (best) |
Weather data: Open-Meteo Archive (2020-2025) • Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0) • Historical avg. 2020–2025
What to Pack for January
Lightweight clothes, sunglasses, sunscreen, and breathable fabrics.
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Common Questions
Is January a good time to visit San José? +
January is typically Excellent for visiting San José, with average highs of 25°C and around 9 rainy days.
What should I pack for San José in January? +
With highs of 25°C and lows of 17°C in {month}, we recommend: Lightweight clothes, sunglasses, sunscreen, and breathable fabrics.
Does it rain a lot in San José in January? +
San José typically sees around 9 rainy days in January.
How many hours of daylight are there in San José in January? +
In January, San José gets approximately 11.6 hours of daylight per day.
Is January peak season in San José? +
Yes, January is peak season in San José. Expect higher prices and more crowds, but also the best weather.
What is the best month to visit San José? +
The best months to visit San José are December, January, February, March, April, when the weather is optimal for sightseeing.
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