Current Time in San José, Costa Rica

7:37:28 PM

Sunday, August 2, 2026

• Time zone: America/La_Paz (UTC-4)
• Daylight Saving Time: Not currently in effect
• Continent: Americas

During the winter solstice, shadows in San José stretch longest, altering the perception of daylight.

About time in San José

San José, Costa Rica observes the America/La_Paz time zone, currently at UTC-4. San José is not currently observing Daylight Saving Time. Use TimezoneLink's free converter and meeting planner to schedule calls and events with San José accurately, with no ads and no tracking.

Frequently asked questions

What time zone is San José in?
San José uses the America/La_Paz time zone, currently UTC-4 relative to UTC.

Does San José observe Daylight Saving Time?
San José is not currently observing Daylight Saving Time.