Puerto Rico enjoys warm, sunny and humid days most of the year. There is no winter, spring or fall, only summertime. The winds move from the east to west across the island year-round. The temperature in the south is usually a few degrees higher than the north and temperatures in the central interior mountains are always cooler than the rest of the island.
When is hurricane season, the best time to snorkel, and more. The variations in temperature and rainfall are caused by the mountains in the center of the island. If you vacation in Puerto Rico during the rain season, our best advice is to get up as early as you can to enjoy the beach, rain typically starts early afternoon. The southwest of the island gets less rain during the rainy season, however, the town of Mayaguez gets rain almost daily.
Which are the hottest months in Puerto Rico? Generally, Puerto Rico is breezy, and not very humid, even on a super hot day, breezes makes the heat pleasantly enjoyable. Of course, the best way to beat the heat, is by jumping into our beautiful waters. Hurricane Season in Puerto Rico The official hurricane season in Puerto Rico is from June 1 to November 30, tropical storms typically hit the island during this time.
June to November is clearly a long season with risks of tropical storms and hurricanes, but island life goes on as normal for residents, they continue enjoying the island treasures. During hurricane season, many residents prepare their homes in case of tropical storms and pay attention to weather reports for safety while using the beaches and surfing.
Hotels are open, and tourist activities are just as fun. Summer is actually the high season for residents since school age children are off school. Some of the best vacation deals are during this time of the year with hotels and airlines trying to fill up rooms and seats during this low travel season. Historically, unlike Florida, Puerto Rico only gets hit by major storms and hurricanes many years apart. The majority of storms and hurricanes have taken place in the month of September.
List of Hurricanes that affected Puerto Rico — Hurricane Maria — A category 5 hit Puerto Rico, the biggest hurricane to hit the island in almost a century. The island of Culebra suffered the most damage, destroying homes for many residents. Tropical winds from the storm left millions of residents without electricity. In contrast, on the southern coast, there's a relative decrease in rainfall in June and July. The north-east trade winds , which blow all year round, but especially in the cool season, starting from November, deposit the moisture that has been picked up in the sea in the form of rain, especially on the northern side, which therefore is rainier than the southern one.
If you plan to travel in the winter, make reservations 2 to 3 months in advance. At certain hotels it's almost impossible to book accommodations for Christmas and the month of February. A second tourism high season, especially for hotels and destinations outside San Juan, takes place in July, when most islanders take vacation.
Saving Money in the Off-Season : While winter rates tend to be higher than summer rates at most properties, Puerto Rico's climate makes it inviting year-round. Trade winds ensure comfortable days and nights, even without air-conditioning. Dollar for dollar, you'll spend less money by renting a summer house or fully equipped unit in Puerto Rico than you would on Cape Cod, Fire Island, Laguna Beach, or the coast of Maine.
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