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Temperatures in May
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Temperature in San José in May

San José is a region in Costa Rica. In May the average maximum daytime temperatures are high and range from 24°C in La Ese to 27°C in Colón. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 19°C in Colón and 17°C in La Ese.

What is the temperature of the different cities in San José in May?

To get a sense of May's typical temperatures in the key spots of San José, explore the map below. Click on a point for an in-depth look.

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Very warm means maximum temperatures above 30°C. Warm: 22°C to 30°C. Pleasant: 18°C to 22°C Moderate: 12°C to 18°C. Cold: 2°C to 12°C. Very cold: lower than 2°C

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  • What is the warmest city in May in San José?
    • From a thorough analysis of our records, Colón clearly dominates in terms of high temperatures. The city witnesses daytime temperatures hovering around 27°C, and evenings that remain near 19°C.

  • What is the coldest city in May in San José?
    • Our database indicates that in May, La Ese is the city with the coolest temperatures in San José. You can expect daytime highs of 24°C and nighttime lows close to 17°C.

  • How much sun does San José get in May?
    • Most areas experience a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 183 hours of sunlight expected in San José. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.

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