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San Rafael
City in Heredia, Costa Rica
Overview
San Rafael is a lush, tranquil town set in the green foothills of Heredia Province, Costa Rica. Known for its pleasant climate, coffee plantations, and close-knit community, it offers a relaxed escape from the bustle of nearby cities while remaining highly accessible. The city is especially popular among families and nature lovers seeking recreation and authentic local experiences.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Costa Rica
Province
Heredia
Population
8,981
Time Zone
America/Costa_Rica
Coordinates
10.05°, -84.07°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
73
Female Safety
70
LGBTQ+ Safety
60
Traffic Safety
65
Food Safety
80
Monthly Cost
$1,510
Local Cost
$700
Local Income
$750
Cashless
55
English
50
Temperature
23.5°C
Summer Avg
23.4°C
Winter Avg
22.9°C
Record High
34.6°C
Record Low
15.8°C
Humidity
82%
Precipitation
1793 mm
City Vibrancy
1
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
1
Transport
1
Walk Score
1
Footways
1.0
Airport
SYQ
Distance
13 km
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-07.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-15.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 78/100.
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