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When to go · San José

San José in February

Great month. Dry; clear volcano views.

Key facts

Verdict
Great
Temperature
27°C / 16°C
average high / low
Rain days
2
Crowds
High
Costa Rica overall
Prices
High
Costa Rica overall

Verdict

GreatVoykit month rating for San José

Dry; clear volcano views.

Weather in February

Long-term averages
  • San JoséHighs around 27 °C, lows around 16 °C, rain on about 2 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.

Dry season season

Clear mornings and blue skies; best volcano views.

Watch: Higher prices and busy shuttles at Christmas and Easter.

Crowds and prices

Crowds · Costa Rica overall
High
Prices · Costa Rica overall
High

Costa Rica overall: Dry and clear; whale-free but good wildlife; book cars early.

High-price month: see what to book ahead.

What to pack

Nothing unusual for the weather this month.

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