Costa Rica
Best Time to Visit Pozos
Pozos, in the central valley near San José, has mild, spring-like weather most of the year. The main variable is rain: a dry season from December to April, and a wet season from May to November. Crowds follow the dry weather, not big events.
✦ For the best balance of weather and crowds, visit in December or January.
✅ Best months
December through February: reliably dry, sunny days, and holiday festivities. March to April also dry, but crowds thin out after Easter.
🔥 Peak season
December to February: school holidays and Christmas/New Year celebrations. Hotel prices rise 20–40% above average. Easter week (March or April) also spikes with local tourism.
💷 Shoulder (best value)
March (outside Easter) and late April: still mostly dry, lower prices, fewer visitors. Weather is predictable, but crowds have gone.
🌙 Quietest & cheapest
May to November: cheapest rates (40%+ off peak), but expect heavy afternoon downpours and occasional road disruptions. Mornings are often clear and pleasant.
Pozos season by season
Spring (Mar–May)
Weather: 20–28°C, mainly dry March–April; rain increases in May
Crowds: low to moderate
Good for hiking and sightseeing before wet season
Summer (Jun–Aug)
Weather: 19–26°C, rainy afternoons, occasional sunny mornings
Crowds: low
Budget-friendly, but pack rain gear
Autumn (Sep–Nov)
Weather: 18–25°C, heaviest rain, especially September–October
Crowds: very low
Cheapest, but many outdoor activities limited
Winter (Dec–Feb)
Weather: 18–26°C, sunny, dry and comfortable
Crowds: high
Best weather, book well ahead
🎭 Events worth timing a trip around
Easter Week (March/April): solemn processions in San José. Fiestas de Palmares (mid-January): 10-day music and rodeo festival nearby.
🧳 What to pack
A waterproof jacket or umbrella is essential from May to November, even if mornings are clear.
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Researched & reviewed by the TripSage editorial team · Updated July 2026.