San Juan in February

In February, San Juan averages 28°C (82°F) during the day and 21°C (70°F) at night, with around 9 days of rain (55 mm total).

Shoulder

Conditions are warm and beach-friendly. Occasional showers are likely but won't dominate.

February is a great month to visit San Juan: pleasant temperatures and relatively few wet days.

28°C
Avg high
21°C
Avg low
9
Rain days
55 mm
Rainfall

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

12th
warmest month of the 12
11th
wettest month of the 12
4%
of yearly rainfall falls in February
11 h 33 min
daylight on the 15th

February is one of the coolest months in San Juan (12th of 12) and one of the driest months (11th of 12). Daytime temperature runs 2°C below the annual average (30°C). February runs roughly the same as January (28°C) and warms a further 1°C into March (29°C).

February sunrise & sunset in San Juan

🌅
Sunrise (15th)
6:52 AM
🌇
Sunset (15th)
6:25 PM
Day length
11 h 33 min

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

Photography light in San Juan — February

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

🌅 Blue hour (AM)
5:52 AM – 6:32 AM
🌄 Golden hour (AM)
6:32 AM – 7:32 AM
🌇 Golden hour (PM)
5:45 PM – 6:45 PM
🌆 Blue hour (PM)
6:45 PM – 7:25 PM
Milky Way galactic core
Poor
Core barely rises (or hasn't yet returned for the season). Consider a different month.

📅 When to book — San Juan in February

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 February'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 — February 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 — February in San Juan

☀️ UV Index (noon, 15th)
10.5
Very high
Limit sun exposure between 11 AM and 3 PM; SPF 30-50, reapply every 90 minutes outdoors.
🦟 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 — February

26.5°C (80°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) — February sits at 26.5°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 February?

In February, San Juan averages a high of 28°C (82°F) and a low of 21°C (70°F) — generally warm.

Does it rain a lot in San Juan in February?

February sees occasional rain in San Juan, with about 9 rainy days on average.

Is February a good time to visit San Juan?

February 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 February?

Pack lightweight, breathable clothing, sunglasses and sunscreen. See the full February packing list for San Juan for a complete, climate-based checklist.

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