The month in detail
What to expect in January
Even in winter, San Juan enjoys 82°F. A real asset for escaping the European cold. Rain risk remains low (22% of days), leaving good room for outdoor activities. A good balance between weather and crowds, even if March (8.8/10) remains theoretically better.
January ranks 2 out of 12 months in San Juan. Compared to December: 5 pts fewer rainy days, +0.7h of sun per day.
This month's conditions
What it's like in January
UV index
6 · high
sunscreen and hat advised
Feels like
muggy at times
20°
Sea
27°C
warm, ideal
Daylight
11.0h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 25
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Is January the right month?
The best month in San Juan is March (8.8/10), 0.2 pt higher than January.
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Plan your trip
Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.
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Practical info
What you need to know before you go
Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a tropical stay.
Country · Puerto Rico
🗣️LanguageSpanish
💶CurrencyUS Dollar ($)
🚗DrivingRight-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘVery safe · 1/5
💰Cost of living ⓘExpensive · 4/5
🌡️ Climate
🌍Climate typeTropical
📈Climate trend ⓘStable
🔥Hottest monthJune · 88°F
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 82°F
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘSeptember · 42%
🏝️ Tropical stay
🌞Dry season ⓘMay → Sep
🌧️Wet season ⓘDec → Mar
🌀Cyclones ⓘSeason Nov-Apr
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Other destinations in January
If January doesn't convince you for this destination, compare with others.
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Location
Where is San Juan ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
Puerto RicoTropical climate with a 8.8 → 5.2 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
18.47°N · 66.11°W
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit San Juan?
March is the best month with 82°F highs, 72°F lows, 9.1h of sunshine and 25.0% rainy days. The months of March & January offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does San Juan get in March?
San Juan averages 9.1 sunshine hours per day in March. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 8.3/10.
What is the rainiest month in San Juan?
September is the most unfavourable month with September has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in San Juan in March?
In March, overnight lows reach 72°F, while afternoon highs average 82°F.
Is San Juan good in winter?
In winter (December-February), San Juan scores 8.1/10 on average — Acceptable conditions for cultural visits.. The best month overall remains March with a score of 8.3/10.
When should you avoid San Juan?
September is the most difficult month to visit San Juan, with September has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Can you swim in San Juan in January?
In January, the sea averages 81°F in San Juan: warm, ideal. Ideal conditions for swimming and snorkeling.
Do you need sun protection in San Juan in January?
The average UV index reaches 6 in January in San Juan (high), with about 11.0h of daylight. Sunscreen and hat advised.