Current Time in San José, Costa Rica
San José uses the America/Costa_Rica timezone, currently CST (UTC-6). San José does not observe daylight saving time, so it stays on UTC-6 all year.
Sunrise and Sunset in San José
Today in San José the sun rises at 5:26am and sets at 5:39pm local time. First usable light (civil dawn) is around 5:05am, and it stays light until about 6:00pm.
Time Difference From San José
When it is noon in San José, here is the time in other major cities. Offsets reflect the current date, including daylight saving where it applies.
Frequently Asked Questions
What timezone is San José in?
San José, Costa Rica is in the America/Costa_Rica timezone. The current abbreviation is CST, which is UTC-6.
Does San José observe daylight saving time?
San José does not observe daylight saving time, so it stays on UTC-6 all year.
How do I schedule a meeting with someone in San José?
Pick a time in the table above where both sides land inside working hours, or use the Overlap Zones tool to compare working hours across several cities at once.