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30-year normals (1991-2020)
San Jose has a tropical monsoon climate, classified as Am in the Köppen system. The warmest month is March with an average high of 26°C, while the coldest month is January with lows dropping to 17°C. The annual temperature range of 9°C indicates a relatively stable climate year-round.
The driest month is February with only 11 rain days and 66mm of precipitation. For travellers, February through to the following month typically offers the best balance of warm temperatures and dry conditions. Average humidity ranges from 82% to 82% throughout the year.
Based on temperature and rainfall data, the best months to visit San Jose are January, February, March. These months offer the most comfortable temperatures with relatively low rainfall, ideal for sightseeing and outdoor activities.
Full Best Time to Visit GuideWarmest Month
26°C
March
Coldest Month
17°C
January
Driest Month
11 days
February
Annual Range
9°C
17° to 26°
| Month | High | Low | Rain Days | Sun | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 24°C | 17°C | 13 | 11h | View |
| February | 25°C | 17°C | 11 | 11h | View |
| March | 26°C | 17°C | 13 | 11h | View |
| April | 26°C | 18°C | 17 | 10h | View |
| May | 25°C | 18°C | 28 | 8h | View |
| June | 24°C | 18°C | 29 | 8h | View |
| July | 24°C | 18°C | 28 | 8h | View |
| August | 24°C | 18°C | 28 | 8h | View |
| September | 24°C | 18°C | 29 | 8h | View |
| October | 24°C | 18°C | 30 | 7h | View |
| November | 23°C | 18°C | 26 | 8h | View |
| December | 24°C | 17°C | 18 | 9h | View |
January
13 rain days, 11h sun
February
11 rain days, 11h sun
March
13 rain days, 11h sun
April
17 rain days, 10h sun
May
28 rain days, 8h sun
June
29 rain days, 8h sun
July
28 rain days, 8h sun
August
28 rain days, 8h sun
September
29 rain days, 8h sun
October
30 rain days, 7h sun
November
26 rain days, 8h sun
December
18 rain days, 9h sun
San Jose in March
Data Sources for San Jose
Climate normals represent 30-year averages (1991-2020). Individual years may vary.