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San Juan in November: go or not?

Mixed period. San Juan in November: 5.4/10.

📅 Data updated: October 2026 🛰️ ERA5 · 10 years 📍 18.47°N · 66.11°W
⚡ This month's verdict
Why not
San Juan · November
5.4
24–29°
Temperature
37%
Rain
7h
Sun
🌴 Tropical☀️ High UV🌧️ Monsoon season
Photo : Zixi Zhou via Unsplash
The month in detail

What to expect in November

Autumn marks the end of peak season in San Juan. Temperatures drop (84°F) and rain returns (37% of days). Expect rain on 37% of days — a light raincoat in the bag is recommended.

November ranks 9 out of 12 months in San Juan. Compared to October: −2°F daytime, −0.6h of sun per day.

This month's conditions

What it's like in November

UV index
6 · high
sunscreen and hat advised
Feels like
very humid
22°
Sea
30°C
warm, ideal
Daylight
11.1h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 22
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Is November the right month?

The best month in San Juan is March (8.8/10), 3.4 pts higher than November.

See March →See all 12 months →
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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
Location

Where is San Juan ?

Global position + regional geographic context.

🌍 World
🔍 Geographic context
Puerto Rico
Tropical 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 November?
In November, the sea averages 85°F in San Juan: warm, ideal. Ideal conditions for swimming and snorkeling.
Do you need sun protection in San Juan in November?
The average UV index reaches 6 in November in San Juan (high), with about 11.1h of daylight. Sunscreen and hat advised.