Puerto Rico in January
6.0out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Hot: daytime highs around 32°C. Very wet: about 15 rainy days.
32°CAvg high
21°CAvg low
15Rainy days (151 mm)
13:31 hDaylight
06:04Sunrise · 19:35 Sunset
Why this score
- Hot: daytime highs around 32°C
- Very wet: about 15 rainy days
- Rain varies a lot between years (±4.2 days)
What to wear and pack
- Light, breathable clothing
- Shorts or a light skirt
- Rain jacket or compact umbrella
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat
How reliable is the forecast?
Rain in January varies a lot between years (±4.2 rainy days), so check the forecast closer to your trip. Averages cover 30 years (1991–2020). Individual days can differ a lot.
Year at a glance
Weather by month
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rainy days | Humidity | Sunshine | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 32°C | 21°C | 151 mm | 15 | – | – | 6.0 |
| February | 31°C | 21°C | 155 mm | 15 | – | – | 6.3 |
| March | 30°C | 19°C | 137 mm | 12 | – | – | 6.9 |
| April | 27°C | 17°C | 141 mm | 10 | – | – | 7.5 |
| May | 23°C | 14°C | 162 mm | 9 | – | – | 7.5 |
| June | 21°C | 12°C | 154 mm | 9 | – | – | 7.5 |
| July | 21°C | 11°C | 125 mm | 9 | – | – | 7.5 |
| August | 24°C | 13°C | 90 mm | 8 | – | – | 8.0 |
| September | 26°C | 14°C | 151 mm | 10 | – | – | 7.4 |
| October | 28°C | 17°C | 208 mm | 13 | – | – | 6.7 |
| November | 30°C | 18°C | 167 mm | 11 | – | – | 7.0 |
| December | 31°C | 20°C | 180 mm | 14 | – | – | 6.1 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Puerto Rico in January?
Daytime highs average 32°C and nights about 21°C.
When is the best time to visit Puerto Rico?
The best months are August, April, May, June.