What to expect in Costa Rica in June
June is a mixed month in Costa Rica. You get 30° / 21°, but manageable crowds at the big attractions. Worth it for the right traveller.
Costa Rica weather in June
Typical conditions in Costa Rica during June, based on long-run climate normals rather than any single year. Treat it as a planning guide, not a forecast.
| Average high | 30°C 86°F |
|---|---|
| Average low | 21°C 70°F |
| Rainfall | Wet 55/100 |
| Total rainfall | 283 mm11.1 in |
| Sea temperature | 29°C 84°F |
| Daylight | 12 h 42 min |
| How it feels | Hot — midday shade matters |
Rainfall figures are for San José.
Average highs sit around 30°C with lows near 21°C. Rainfall is moderate; the odd shower is likely.
Crowds & demand
Crowd levels are Low for Costa Rica — plenty of space at the main sights.
Prices & value
This month counts as low season: some of the best deals of the year.
What to pack
Lightweight, breathable clothes, strong sun protection and a refillable bottle — highs near 30°C make midday heat the main constraint. Add a compact rain shell and shoes you do not mind soaking; this is one of the wetter months.
What it costs
This is one of the cheaper months to visit Costa Rica. Flights and accommodation sit near their yearly floor, and you can usually book late without being punished for it. Compared with the most expensive month of the year, you are looking at roughly 50% less.
Who this month suits
- Anyone travelling on a budget
- People who would rather have space than perfect conditions
Events & what’s on
No major festivals fall in June, so the destination feels like its everyday self.
Costa Rica in June compared with nearby months
If your dates are flexible by a few weeks, this is what shifting them actually buys you.
| Month | Temp | Crowds | Price | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| April | 33° / 22° | Moderate | $$ | 50 |
| May | 31° / 22° | Moderate | $$ | 60 |
| June · This month | 30° / 21° | Low | $ | 63 |
| July | 29° / 21° | Moderate | $ | 64 |
| August | 29° / 21° | Low | $ | 64 |
These months score higher for Costa Rica on the same blend of weather, crowds and price. Same destination, better odds.
Or go somewhere else in June
If the destination is negotiable but the month is not, these places are at their best in June.
Figures are climate normals and modelled estimates — a planning guide, not a forecast. We separate fact, estimate and recommendation. Updated October 2026
