San Jose Weather in March
Costa Rica · March climate averages and travel tips
Avg high28°C (82°F)
Avg low17°C (63°F)
Rainfall43 mm (1.7 in)
RatingExcellent 10/10
In March, San Jose has average highs of 28°C (82°F) and lows of 17°C (63°F). The month is fairly dry, with about 43 mm (1.7 in) of rain spread over 8 days, one of the driest months of the year. You get roughly 11.9 hours of daylight and a mix of sun and cloud.
Is March a good time to visit San Jose?
Yes — March is one of the best months to visit San Jose. The weather rates excellent (10/10) on our comfort score.
March weather at a glance
| Average high | 28°C (82°F) |
|---|---|
| Average low | 17°C (63°F) |
| Daily mean | 22°C (71°F) |
| Rainfall | 43 mm (1.7 in) |
| Rainy days (1 mm+) | 8 |
| Humidity | 66% |
| Cloud cover | 42% |
| Daylight | 11.9 hours |
| Est. sunshine | 7.6 hours/day |
| Wind | 2.7 km/h |
| vs February | 2°C warmer than February, with 20 mm more rain. |
What to pack for San Jose in March
- light, breathable clothing
- sunscreen and a hat
- swimwear
San Jose weather in other months
Jan24°C / 16°C38 mmExcellentFeb26°C / 16°C23 mmExcellentMar28°C / 17°C43 mmExcellentApr28°C / 18°C102 mmGoodMay26°C / 18°C264 mmPoorJun24°C / 18°C273 mmFairJul24°C / 18°C228 mmFairAug24°C / 18°C233 mmFairSep23°C / 18°C297 mmFairOct23°C / 18°C342 mmFairNov23°C / 17°C238 mmFairDec24°C / 16°C73 mmExcellent
← FebruaryBest time to visit San JoseApril →
Nearby in March
- Managua35°C · 6 mm
- Panama City31°C · 25 mm
- Tegucigalpa33°C · 26 mm
- San Salvador29°C · 37 mm
- Guatemala City28°C · 18 mm
- Cartagena31°C · 14 mm
Where else is good in March? See where to go in March.