Current Time in San Jose, Costa Rica
San Jose is on Central Standard Time – CST (UTC−6) right now. San Jose does not observe daylight saving time.
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· San Jose
America/Costa_Rica
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Time zone of San Jose
| Time zone | Central Standard Time |
|---|---|
| Abbreviation | CST |
| UTC offset | UTC−6 |
| IANA time zone id | America/Costa_Rica |
| Daylight saving time | Not observed |
Time difference between San Jose and other cities
Daylight saving time in San Jose
San Jose does not observe daylight saving time. The clocks stay on UTC−6 all year, so conversions never shift.
San Jose time FAQ
What time is it in San Jose right now?
San Jose is on CST (UTC−6). The live clock at the top of this page shows the current local time in San Jose, updated every second.
What time zone is San Jose in?
San Jose is in Central Standard Time, abbreviated CST, UTC−6. Its IANA time zone id is America/Costa_Rica.
Does San Jose observe daylight saving time?
No. San Jose stays on UTC−6 all year.
What is the time difference between San Jose and New York?
New York is 1 hour ahead of San Jose.
Other cities in Costa Rica
Updated 6 November 2026. Time zone data: IANA tz database.