January Rainfall and Precipitation in Puerto Rico

Monthly rainfall totals, rainy days and the driest cities across Puerto Rico in January.

Puerto Rico experiences precipitation in January ranging from low in El Combate (19 mm (0.7 in)) to moderate in Naguabo (74 mm (2.9 in)).

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Temperatures Precipitation

Monthly precipitation 0 mm (0 in) dry → 150 mm (5.9 in) wet

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in January: blue is cold, red is hot.

Marker color shows total monthly precipitation in January: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.

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Puerto Rico precipitation in January: frequently asked questions

How much rainfall does Puerto Rico receive in January?

San Juan sees moderate rainfall in January, averaging around 55 mm (2.2 in). Most days stay dry, with the occasional shower.

How many days does it rain in Puerto Rico in January?

San Juan sees roughly 20 days rainy days during January.

Is January part of the rainy season in Puerto Rico?

Not really. January is outside the wettest stretch of the year in Puerto Rico.

What is the wettest city in January in Puerto Rico?

In our database, Naguabo stands out as having an average rainfall level of 74 mm (2.9 in), making it the wettest location.

What is the driest city in January in Puerto Rico?

In our records, El Combate stands out as the driest city in Puerto Rico for January, averaging just 19 mm (0.7 in).

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