The weather in August in Puerto Rico
It's hot in August in Puerto Rico with an average temperature of 32°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 31°C to a high of 33°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 26°C and 27°C.
Looking for sun? August isn’t a good month to be in Puerto Rico. The temperature is nice, but there’s too much chance of rain.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in August for Puerto Rico. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 35°C in 2023, Puerto Rico reached the highest temperature in August over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 27°C in 2014. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 23°C to a highest value of 29°C.
Rainfall amount
In August, there is an average of 149 mm of precipitation, spread over 17 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the East.
Daily weather in August for Puerto Rico
Click on any day in August to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Puerto Rico. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
August weather comparison
| Puerto Rico | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 32°C | 30°C |
| Max. temperature | 33°C | 31°C |
| Min. temperature | 26°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 149 mm | 79 mm |
| Rainy days | 17 days | 13 days |
Start of August
The month of August starts in Puerto Rico with hot temps, averaging around 32°C during the day and nights around 27°C.
Mid August
By mid-August, daytime temps stay steady at around 32°C, with nights around 27°C. During this part of the month, you might see regular precipitation, but there will also be some sunny days.
End of August
By the end of August, the average daytime temperature in Puerto Rico is around 32°C, while nighttime temps are about 27°C. Expect regular precipitation, but if you’re lucky, you’ll also get some dry and sunny days.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 9 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
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The climate in Puerto Rico is based on weather data from San Juan. Other spots might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Puerto Rico to get the full picture of the climate.
Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in August in Puerto Rico. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in August in Puerto Rico
Temperature in August in Puerto Rico over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in August in Puerto Rico. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in August in Puerto Rico
Total precipitation in August in Puerto Rico over the years
Daily UV index in August in Puerto Rico
This chart shows the average daily UV index in August in Puerto Rico, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Weather experiences in August in Puerto Rico
The weather in August in Puerto Rico is rated 4 out of 5 stars by 1 visitor. Have you been to Puerto Rico? Share your weather experience to help other visitors.
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Although the high humidity was sometimes too high, the frequent formation of rain showers provided sufficient cooling. The weather was completely unpredictable.— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average weather in Puerto Rico by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Puerto Rico. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.