San Juan in April

In April, San Juan averages 29°C (84°F) during the day and 23°C (73°F) at night, with around 11 days of rain (110 mm total).

Shoulder

Conditions are warm and beach-friendly. Plan for unsettled weather and bring rain gear.

April offers comfortable temperatures in San Juan, with some rain to plan around.

29°C
Avg high
23°C
Avg low
11
Rain days
110 mm
Rainfall

How April compares to the rest of the year in San Juan

9th
warmest month of the 12
10th
wettest month of the 12
8%
of yearly rainfall falls in April
12 h 34 min
daylight on the 15th

April is in the middle of the year for warmth in San Juan (9th of 12) and one of the driest months (10th of 12). Daytime temperature runs 1°C below the annual average (30°C). April runs roughly the same as March (29°C) and warms a further 1°C into May (30°C).

April sunrise & sunset in San Juan

🌅
Sunrise (15th)
6:07 AM
🌇
Sunset (15th)
6:41 PM
Day length
12 h 34 min

Times shown for San Juan local time (America/Puerto_Rico), calculated for the 15th of April. They shift by a few minutes day to day across the month.

Photography light in San Juan — April

Golden-hour and blue-hour windows for the 15th of April, in San Juan's local time. Use these for soft warm light (golden) or cool architectural twilight (blue).

🌅 Blue hour (AM)
5:07 AM – 5:47 AM
🌄 Golden hour (AM)
5:47 AM – 6:47 AM
🌇 Golden hour (PM)
6:01 PM – 7:01 PM
🌆 Blue hour (PM)
7:01 PM – 7:41 PM
Milky Way galactic core
Fair
Core only briefly above the horizon — a marginal month even from dark sites near San Juan.

📅 When to book — San Juan in April

Travel writers usually only tell you when to go. Here's when to book flights and lodging for the best mix of price and availability, based on April's tier (Shoulder) and San Juan's popularity.

✈ Flights — lead time
6-10 weeks
Sweet spot for value. Major fare-sales (US: Black Friday, EU: post-Easter) hit hardest in shoulder months for shoulder travel.
🏨 Lodging — lead time
4-8 weeks
Lots of selection. Look for shoulder-season packages — many hotels add value (free breakfast, spa credit) to fill rooms.

Crowds & pricing — April in San Juan

Shoulder

San Juan is in a shoulder season month — fewer crowds, slightly lower prices, and a calmer atmosphere than peak weeks. Most major sights stay open with normal hours, though a handful of seasonal restaurants or boat trips may run reduced schedules. Many regulars consider these months the best time to visit because you trade a small amount of weather reliability for a much more pleasant on-the-ground experience.

Why this tier: comfortable tourism weather

Sun & mosquito risk — April in San Juan

☀️ UV Index (noon, 15th)
12.8
Extreme
Stay indoors during midday hours; SPF 50+ even briefly outside, UPF clothing, wide-brim hat, sunglasses essential.
🦟 Mosquito risk
●●●●○
High
Peak mosquito activity. DEET 30%+, long sleeves at dawn/dusk, sleep under nets if rural.

UV is a clear-sky sea-level estimate — clouds, altitude, and reflective surfaces (snow, water) shift it ±30%. Mosquito risk is climate-derived only; for current disease advisories (dengue, malaria, zika) check the CDC or WHO travel pages before your trip.

Sea temperature in San Juan — April

27°C (81°F)
bath-warm
tropical and comfortable for hours

Across the year San Juan's sea swings from 26.5°C (February) to 30.4°C (October) — April sits at 27°C.

San Juan in other months

MonthAvg highAvg lowRainfallRain daysSnow days
January 28°C / 82°F 21°C / 70°F 75 mm 11
February 28°C / 82°F 21°C / 70°F 55 mm 9
March 29°C / 84°F 22°C / 72°F 55 mm 9
April 29°C / 84°F 23°C / 73°F 110 mm 11
May 30°C / 86°F 24°C / 75°F 155 mm 14
June 31°C / 88°F 25°C / 77°F 130 mm 14
July 31°C / 88°F 25°C / 77°F 150 mm 16
August 32°C / 90°F 25°C / 77°F 165 mm 16
September 31°C / 88°F 25°C / 77°F 145 mm 15
October 31°C / 88°F 24°C / 75°F 130 mm 13
November 30°C / 86°F 23°C / 73°F 140 mm 13
December 29°C / 84°F 22°C / 72°F 110 mm 12

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Frequently asked questions

How hot is San Juan in April?

In April, San Juan averages a high of 29°C (84°F) and a low of 23°C (73°F) — generally warm.

Does it rain a lot in San Juan in April?

April can be fairly wet in San Juan, with about 11 rainy days on average.

Is April a good time to visit San Juan?

April is warm. It suits travelers who are comfortable with warm weather; check the month-by-month ranking to compare it against the rest of the year.

What should I pack for San Juan in April?

Pack lightweight, breathable clothing, sunglasses and sunscreen, plus a compact umbrella or rain jacket. See the full April packing list for San Juan for a complete, climate-based checklist.

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