Month guide · San Juan · Puerto Rico
San Juan in February
What February is really like in San Juan: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
Photo: Šarūnas Burdulis, CC BY-SA 2.0
Quick answer
February is one of the best months to visit San Juan. Expect average highs of 28°C (82°F), lows of 22°C (72°F), about 9 rainy days and roughly 11.5 hours of daylight. One of the driest, most pleasant months; north-shore surf can be big.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 28°C (82°F) / 22°C (72°F)
- Rainy days
- About 9
- Daylight
- About 11.5 hours
- Sea temperature
- 26°C (79°F)
- Crowds
- Very busy
- Hotel prices
- Highest
Weather in February
February is the coolest month in San Juan: days average 28°C (82°F) against a yearly average high of 30°C (86°F), and nights fall to about 22°C (72°F). Rain falls on roughly 9 of its 28 days. Compared with January (28°C (82°F)), February is about as warm; by March highs stay near 29°C (84°F).
- Sunrise (15 February)
- About 06:52
- Sunset (15 February)
- About 18:25
- Daylight
- About 11.5 hours
- Sea
- 26°C (79°F)
Autumn (September–November). Peak hurricane risk and frequent rain in September and October, then improving weather and the start of Christmas in November.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, February rates 5 for crowds (the peak is January at 5) and 5 for hotel prices (highest in January). Book accommodation early: February is one of the pricier months.
Events in February
February has no major recurring festival in San Juan, which usually means easier bookings.
What to do in February
Mild, settled days suit walking, viewpoints and time outdoors.
Nature · Loíza
Piñones
Just east of Isla Verde, Piñones is a stretch of coast with mangrove forest, palm-lined beaches and wooden kiosks frying alcapurrias, bacalaítos and coconut drinks.
- Time needed
- Half a day
- Cost
- Low cost
- Food
- Outdoors
- Active
- Nature
Neighbourhood · Old San Juan
Old San Juan streets and plazas
Walk early in the morning or around sunset, when the light is softer and the streets cooler.
- Time needed
- Half a day
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Iconic
- Architecture
- Photo spot
- History
Market · Santurce
La Placita de Santurce
The Plaza del Mercado is a produce market with fruit stalls and juice bars by day, and at night the surrounding square fills with crowds dancing salsa and reggaetón outside bars and restaurants, especially at weekends.
- Time needed
- 2–3 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Food
- After dark
- Iconic
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Palace · Old San Juan
La Fortaleza
Photograph it from the bottom of Calle Fortaleza; access inside is limited, so treat it as an exterior stop.
- Time needed
- 20 minutes
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- History
- Architecture
The sea averages 26°C (79°F) — warm enough to swim. Best beaches near San Juan.
What to pack
For highs near 28°C, lows near 22°C and 9 wet days: light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and high-factor sunscreen; a packable rain jacket for showers; comfortable walking shoes.
Is February a good time to visit San Juan?
One of the best months to visit San Juan. The other best months are March–April and December–January. Compare every month.
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Questions travellers ask
+Is February a good time to visit San Juan?
It is one of the best months to visit San Juan. One of the driest, most pleasant months; north-shore surf can be big.
+How warm is San Juan in February?
Average highs are around 28°C (82°F) and lows around 22°C (72°F).
+Does it rain a lot in San Juan in February?
Expect rain on about 9 days of the month.