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San Josecito

Heredia Province, Costa Rica

4 Jan 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the current time in San José, Costa Rica?

San José operates on Central Standard Time (CST), which is UTC-6. To find the current time in San José, subtract 6 hours from Coordinated Universal Time (UTC). Costa Rica does not observe Daylight Saving Time, so the time remains consistent throughout the year.

Does San José, Costa Rica observe Daylight Saving Time?

No, San José and the rest of Costa Rica do not observe Daylight Saving Time. The country stays on Central Standard Time (CST), which is UTC-6, throughout the year.

What is the time difference between San José and major world cities?

London (GMT/BST): San José is 6 hours behind London when the UK is on GMT (winter), and 7 hours behind when the UK is on BST (summer).

New York (EST/EDT): San José is 1 hour behind New York when NY is on EST (winter), and 2 hours behind when NY is on EDT (summer).

Tokyo (JST): San José is 15 hours behind Tokyo, as Japan Standard Time is UTC+9.

What are other major cities in Costa Rica?

Costa Rica's major cities include Cartago, Limón, Alajuela, Heredia, and Puntarenas. San José is the capital and largest city.

What is San José, Costa Rica known for?

San José is Costa Rica's capital and largest city, known for the National Theater, the Gold Museum, beautiful parks, vibrant markets, and as a major cultural and economic center. The city is also famous for its pleasant climate, proximity to volcanoes and rainforests, and as a gateway to exploring Costa Rica's natural beauty and biodiversity.