Puerto Rico climate and temperatures

Climate type
Mediterranean
Best time to visit
September – November
Avg. temperature
14°C – 30°C
Annual rainfall
600 mm
Warmest month
August (35°C)
Coldest month
January (11°C)
Driest month
July (22 mm)
Wettest month
October (84 mm)

The climate of Puerto Rico is a tropical rainforest climate (Köppen: Af), with high temperatures and heavy rainfall year-round, without a true dry season. Monthly temperatures range from a minimum of 29°C in January to a maximum of 32°C in June. The average annual temperature is around 31°C.

During the colder months, nighttime temperatures average around 23°C, while in the warmer months they average about 26°C.

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Climate table of Puerto Rico

The climate table below gives you a clear overview of the climate in Puerto Rico by month, from average temperatures and rainfall to UV levels. This makes it easy to see when the weather best suits your travel plans.

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Temp. max (°C) 14 16 17 19 23 27 30 30 27 23 18 16
Temp. min (°C) 6 7 9 11 15 19 22 22 19 15 10 7
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Rainfall (mm) 46 34 46 64 43 23 22 75 77 84 61 25
UV index 4 5 6 7 8 8 8 8 6 5 4 4

Best time to visit Puerto Rico

The best time to visit Puerto Rico is January, February, March, April en December. During this period, temperatures are usually pleasant to warm and there is relatively little rainfall. Between January and December, average high temperatures range roughly from 29°C to 30°C, while rainfall remains limited. The warmest month is June, with an average daytime temperature of around 32°C. The driest month is March, with about 67 mm of rainfall, while November is usually the wettest month of the year, with approximately 201 mm. Snow plays virtually no role in the climate here.

Average temperature per month

This chart shows the average daytime (maximum) and nighttime (minimum) temperatures per month in Puerto Rico. The figures are based on climate data from recent years and are presented in degrees Celsius, so you can clearly see the temperature range for each month.

Average rainfall per month

This chart shows the average monthly rainfall in Puerto Rico. The figures are based on long-term climate data and are displayed in millimeters, so you can immediately see which months are drier or wetter.

Average UV index per month

This chart shows the average monthly sun intensity in Puerto Rico. The UV index ranges from 0 (no UV radiation) to 11+ (extreme). A higher UV index means you can burn more quickly, making proper sun protection increasingly important.

Average annual temperature

This chart shows the average annual temperature in Puerto Rico based on data from the past ten years. It allows you to see at a glance how the climate is evolving and whether there are clear warming trends.

Average annual rainfall

This chart shows the average annual rainfall in Puerto Rico over the past ten years. It allows you to see at a glance how much rain falls each year and whether there are clear fluctuations between the years.

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Average weather per month

Click on a month below and discover what the weather in Puerto Rico is typically like. For each period, you can instantly see the average temperature, rainfall, wind, and UV index. Thanks to years of historical weather data, you’ll know exactly what to expect during your trip.