Therefore, if you are a pluviophile rainlover, may is the ideal month for you to enjoy the weather that. The island is famous for the hot and humid climate with an average yearround temperature of 2426 degrees celsius. Fall 2016 we went again during rainy season and it was a different place. Mar 11, 2020 puerto ricos rainy season lasts from april to november. The little rain that falls from november to april is largely due to the seasonal fronts that affect the us and this mainly falls on the northeastern part of the island. Higher elevations receive more rainfall than lower elevations, leading to subtropical forest types in the lowlands and highmountain forest types near the summits. Winter is the driest season along the coasts but can be wet in mountainous areas. Best time to go to puerto rico climate, weather, where. From may to septemberoctober, low slow rainy season is here in vallarta. This astronaut photograph, taken during the rainy season, illustrates the rich vegetation. Puerto rico freediving lots of rain, limited sunshine, and no fish to hunt. Puerto ricos rainy season lasts from april to november and the driest season is december to.
The month of july has various puerto rican holidays and many festivities, hotels are typically fully booked and beaches are typically the most crowded especially on weekends. Rainfall will generally be highest along the northern coast and the higher altitudes of the mountains. As regards to the rains, the hot and muggy period from may to october tends to be rainy everywhere, while in the first months when the northeast trade winds blow. Find the best time to go to san juan north puerto rico. More in particular, since it is generally the least rainy periods, the best time is februarymarch along the north and east coasts, and from december to march along the south and west coasts. However, you can rest assured that puerto rico is well on the way to recovery, with electricity restored to most of the island and reconstruction of major attractions near completion in 2019. Puerto ricos rainy season lasts from may to october, which seems like a long timebut the.
On the interior of the island the temperature drops 35 degrees during the evening. Rain season in puerto rico is from april to november, but dont let that deter you from coming to the island during this season. Casa bacardi, puerto ricos cathedral of rum, is the worlds largest producer of the sugarcanebased spirit. San juan may seem like it enjoys yearround sunshine, but the aprilnovember rainy season increases the likelihood of downpours in puerto ricos capital. In san juan, theres little difference between daytime highs and nighttime lows for most of the year. The best and cheapest times to travel to puerto rico. Temperatures are typically between 75 and 80 yearround, with februaryjune. This map shows how many rainy days each caribbean country.
It often doesnt rain all over the island at once, so you can maximize your visit to puerto rico in the rainy season by getting up early and shifting locations if you see a storm. Climate and average weather for san juan north puerto rico, puerto rico displayed in graphs. Rainy season in the caribbean occurs from april to november while the main hurricane period occurs within that from june to november. We had more class 2 and 3 rapids and we hardly had to paddle the river was swift and running. A new puerto ricobased financial institution catering to traders of cryptocurrency has opened for business. Amongst countries in the map above, the average number of rainy days is 149, with a wide variance. The warmest month is august with an average maximum temperature of 31c 87f.
Anytime is a good time to visit the island as they dont really have any defined seasons. The best time to visit puerto rico is from midapril to june, right after the busy winter season and just before the rainy summer. Puerto rico is a small town in pando, northern bolivia, with an associated airport. For us, the rain is normally at night leaving us with daytime sunshine and cooler tempts. Dont let wet weather ruin your vacation thoughheres how to ride out the rain in san juan. Additionally, the airports are fully operational, cruise ships have returned to san juan harbor, and there are plenty of great destination hotels where you can relax even in the off season. Summer season high season for locals the summer months are the high season for puerto ricans. The rainy season in puerto rico is from april to november, but as with many tropical climates, rain showers are typically scattered in the afternoons and dont last very long. So, weve acknowledged that visiting during puerto vallartas rainy season has its definite upsides. Although there is a definite increase in rainfall, warm weather and balmy breezes draw travelers and make may a popular month to visit. Puerto rico weather what weather is really like in puerto. In general, the coolest and least rainy period in puerto rico runs from december to march, which is also outside of the hurricane season.
Although this time is considered the rainy season, it does not mean that you will have nonstop rain. Puerto rico weather what weather is really like in. It is located in the manuripiheath amazonian wildlife national reserve. Im looking to go over the thanksgiving holiday at the end of november but dont want to be. This is during the rainy season, but that just means that it will probably rain every afternoon for about 1015 minutes, and then return to its tropical glory. More rain occurs during the period from may to november than during the. It has an average annual temperature of 26 degrees celsius 79 degrees fahrenheit and with rain well distributed throughout the year. They do have dry and rainy seasons though with rainy season being from april to november. In fact, there is a chance you wont have any ran at all. I am planning to surprise my mother and father by booking them a trip in the end of may. Like many islands in the caribbean, puerto rico is likely to be hit by hurricanes between the months of august and october. Temperatures throughout the year are warm to hot, averaging near 85 f 29 c in lower elevations and 70 f 21 c in the mountains. Therefore, if you are a pluviophile rainlover, may is the ideal month for you to enjoy the weather that gets an average of 5. Looking at the average temperatures and rain forecast on the weather channel or your.
The climate of puerto rico is tropical, hot all year round, with a hot and muggy season from may to october and a relatively cool season from december to march, with november and april as intermediate months. San juan is puerto ricos largest city and primary tourist destination. Because of the islands topography, rainfall varies greatly across the island, average ranges from 29. Posted on 14 apr 2007 by ray updated on 01 may 2015. If youre heading to puerto rico during the hurricane season, you can call your local branch of. The mountains of the cordillera central are the main cause of the. The luquillo mountains are located in the northeastern portion of puerto rico, and they rise to elevations of 1,075 meters about 3,527 feet. The rainy season which officially runs from june through november can derail a pleasant vacation, and the cool, dry winter brings crowds, with beaches filling up in march especially. I always get people asking to play more so here you guys go. Rainy season puerto rico puerto rico forum tripadvisor.
The pros and cons of the rainy season in puerto rico. Temperatures range from 70 to 90 f 21 to 32 c in the lower elevations, while higher elevations in the central part. Temperatures range from 70 to 90 f 21 to 32 c in the lower elevations, while higher elevations in the central part of. Founded on may 18, 1890, it was the first departamental capital, before cobija. Im grateful living in puerto rico during rainy season vlog. With terms like wet season, hurricane season, or just because you are coming on vacation, youre looking at the weather report and wondering if visiting puerto rico at certain times of year is a good thing or a bad thing. May marks the beginning of puerto ricos rainy season. When it is wet season and the rivers are running high. Puerto ricos rainy season lasts from may to october, which seems like. As regards to the rains, the hot and muggy period from may to october tends to be rainy everywhere, while in the first months when the northeast trade winds blow november and december. When packing for puerto rico remember that the weather is tropical and beachable 365 days of the year, but be prepared for chilly evenings, rainy interludes and the possibility of hurricanes during the season.
Sep 01, 2010 puerto rico freediving lots of rain, limited sunshine, and no fish to hunt. Just pick a month between november and may and youll be fine. Monsoon months the name of the island alone sounds warm, sunny, and beautiful, doesnt it. The islands of vieques, culebra and the west coast are popular beach destinations for locals. Puerto ricos rainy season isnt quite as wet as that of many other tropical islands, but its noteworthy nonetheless. The biggest difference between here and puerto rico is the humidity. What you need to know about low season in puerto vallarta. Did you notice on the weather example you showed the feels like tempt. Although rincons main tourist season runs from just before christmas until labor day, coinciding with the prime surfing conditions, the town sees a steady flow of visitors throughout the year. Visiting puerto rico in hurricane season tripsavvy.
Summer is the low season for offisland visitors, but high season for puerto ricans, so it is also a great opportunity to meet a lot of the locals. Additionally, the airports are fully operational, cruise ships have returned to san juan harbor, and there are plenty of great destination hotels where you can relax even in the offseason. Rainy season puerto rico puerto rico message board. A rainy vacation day is better than a sunny work day. Instead of dozing off like i would have done if we were simply renting a house in puerto rico, i fast forwarded myself 3 months to the start of the rainy season. While most international tourists time their visits to puerto vallarta during high season peak months are november through march, coming to puerto vallarta in low season has its own particular set of advantages, especially in regards to price. The climate of puerto rico is classified as a tropical rainforest climate and is characterized by warm to hot temperatures throughout the year. A cold front from the north called a norte may cause the temperature to drop to the 60s. Now, depending on where you decide to go, youll be welcomed with an awesome experience. Climate and average monthly weather in san juan north puerto. One of the main features of visiting puerto rico during the offseason is that restaurants, hotels, and activities will all have open tables, rooms, and reservations. Climate and average monthly weather in san juan north. Its one of the worst months of the year to visit puerto rico.
Yes, the rainy season in puerto rico is very diverse and unpredictable. Rainy season in costa rica, or green season as it is often called, runs from later april until december. June historically, june is one of the better months to visit puerto rico for beach lovers because average daytime temperatures reach 89 degrees fahrenheit. Easterly trade winds pass across the island year round while the rainy season stretches from april into. The island wettest month is august with 7 inches 18cm of rain. The 2019 rafting season starts late august early sept and runs until middec. Spring weather is also very pleasant, barely escaping the mid80s. Puerto rico is a very big, lush, mountainous island and because its in the tropics it will rain somewhere on the island for some time almost every day, not only in october, but throughout the year. The coldest month is january with an average maximum temperature of 28c 69f. Puerto rico is a tropical climate, so the temperature stays around a balmy 80f 85f the whole year 26c 29 c. August is the peak of the rainy summer season, with highs frequently above 33 and rain occurring half of all days.
We are new expats living in lake chapala, mexico and are in our first rainy season. San juan gets an average of 12 days with rain while ponce experiences less rain with an average of 10 rainy days. In puerto rico, hotels charge their highest prices during the peak winter period from middecember to midapril, when visitors fleeing from cold northern climates flock to the islands. Anguilla, located northeast in the chain of leeward islands, sees the lowest number of rain days at 40, followed closely by providenciales, turks and caicos at 43. Puerto ricos rainy season lasts from april to november. The throngs of crowds found in puerto rico from november to may ebb by the middle of hurricane season, meaning youll have access to some of the most popular attractions in the region.
The temperature in puerto rico doesnt vary greatly and this makes for. But of course, it has to have a few downsides as well, otherwise itd be just as full during rainy season as during high season. The climate of puerto rico falls into the tropical climatic zone. Puerto rico has a rainy season which stretches from april into november. It is located at the confluence of the manuripi and tahuamanu rivers. Most rainfall rainy season is seen in may and november. May is the wet, hot, and humid in puerto rico as the rainy season takes hold in the islands. In puerto rico, weather is a balmy average of 80f 85f year round. There is an increase in precipitation in both the south coast and north coast. A new bank for crypto traders has opened in puerto rico.
Rainy season in costa rica costa rica vibes costa rica. Pack an umbrella, and plan for a few rainy day activities. Travelers should not be deterred by the rainy season however, as there are still warm temperatures and plenty of sand and sun to enjoy. Get a behindthescenes peek at the famous distillery, including a master class in rum cocktails from a mixologist. Hotel rates tend to be lower at this time of year, youll find amazing deals at top beachfront hotels and resorts that may not be in your budget during high season in the winter months. Climate in san juan north puerto rico, puerto rico weather and. Puerto rico s rainy season isnt quite as wet as that of many other tropical islands, but its noteworthy nonetheless. Puerto rico s rainy season lasts from april to november and the driest season is december to march. Still relatively early in the rainy season on puerto rico, july sees a slight increase in precipitation from june and a greater probability for severe weather, although still unlikely.
Most major resorts are on the east and metro regions of the island and they are also the most marketed by travel booking agencies. The temperature in puerto rico doesnt vary greatly and this makes for pleasant living. Every year, in the month of june, the international recreational fishing championship of. The official rainy season in puerto rico kicks off in may and marks a dramatic increase in precipitation. Puerto rico, usa climate data and average monthly weather. During the rainy season, the weather in puerto rico is pretty humid. The peak season for travel in puerto rico is from mid december to mid april when travelers from countries with cold weather seek for a little escape. It is hot and humid, with a prolific rainy season that lasts from august into december. The majority of tourists come for the worldclass surfing, which is best in the winter. Oh, and beware of the hurricanes that hit the island in the augnov period. The best time to visit costa rica based on weather is from december through april for the driest weather 0. May to november is the general considered to be the rainy season in puerto rico. The wet season takes place from may to october and the wettest month is august.
Mar 28, 2020 the best time to visit costa rica based on weather is from december through april for the driest weather 0. The climate of puerto rico in the koppen climate classification is predominately tropical rainforest. Here are some average weather facts we collected from our historical climate data. If you plan to travel in the winter, make reservations 2 to 3 months in advance. This month should be avoided if you are not a big fan of rain. Best time to visit puerto rico a 2020 guide for tourists. Easterly trade winds pass across the island year round.