When to go · San José
San José in April
Great month. Last dry month; rains begin late.
Key facts
- Verdict
- Great
- Temperature
- 28°C82°F / 18°C64°F
- average high / low
- Rain days
- 8
- Crowds
- Medium
- Costa Rica overall
- Prices
- Medium
- Costa Rica overall
Verdict
Last dry month; rains begin late.
Weather in April
- San JoséHighs around 28 °C, lows around 18 °C, rain on about 8 daysHighs around 82 °F, lows around 64 °F, rain on about 8 days
- Central Valley and mountains, Costa Rica · San José, Monteverde, Poás, Irazúbest weather
Spring-like 18–26 °C; Monteverde is cool, windy and misty — pack a fleece.Spring-like 64–79 °F; Monteverde is cool, windy and misty — pack a fleece.
Dry season season
Clear mornings and blue skies; best volcano views.
Watch: Higher prices and busy shuttles at Christmas and Easter.
Festivals and holidays
Dates as our data lists them. Moving holidays (lunar and Islamic calendars, Easter) shift every year: check the date for your year before you build a trip on it.
Semana Santa check
Easter week, moves yearly · Nationwide
Most shops and restaurants close Thursday and Friday; alcohol sales stop.
Juan Santamaría Day
11 April · Alajuela and nationwide
Public holiday; museums may close.
Festival Internacional de las Artes
Early April, biennial (check)
Theatre, dance and music around the Teatro Nacional; book seats early.
Crowds and prices
- Crowds · Costa Rica overall
- Medium
- Prices · Costa Rica overall
- Medium
Costa Rica overall: Hottest month in Guanacaste; Easter crowds if late; still dry.
What to pack
Nothing unusual for the weather this month.