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title: "San Juan, Puerto Rico"
description: "USA · airport SJU"
canonical: "https://sorted.travel/places/san-juan"
last-updated: "2026-10-11"
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# 🇵🇷 San Juan, Puerto Rico

USA · airport SJU

## On the ground

- Safety: Normal security precautions
- Currency: US Dollar (USD)
- Phone code: +1
- eSIM: [https://airalo.pxf.io/kjxqDM](https://airalo.pxf.io/kjxqDM)
- Taxi / ride-hailing: Uber
- Wikivoyage: [https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Puerto_Rico](https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Puerto_Rico)

## Brief

- San Juan uses the US dollar, US-style electrical outlets, and Spanish and English are widely spoken. US entry and customs rules apply because Puerto Rico is a US territory.
- Try local specialties including mofongo, lechón, bacalaitos, alcapurrias, arroz con gandules, and a piña colada.
- Old San Juan is highly walkable, but taxis, rideshares, and rental cars are more practical for Isla Verde, Condado, beaches, and attractions outside the historic district.

## Safety and health

- Water service may be intermittent because of the current drought and rationing. Confirm conditions with your accommodation and keep bottled water available if taps are affected. Tap water is generally considered safe, but local advisories take priority. ([cbsnews.com](https://www.cbsnews.com/tag/puerto-rico/) | [wikivoyage.org](https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Puerto_Rico))
- Use mosquito repellent and wear clothing that limits exposure. Dengue and Zika occur in Puerto Rico; Zika is particularly important for travelers who are pregnant or planning pregnancy. ([cdc.gov](https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/destinations/traveler/none/puerto-rico))
- Avoid floodwater, muddy soil, and questionable freshwater, especially after heavy rain, and cover cuts or burns. Melioidosis can be transmitted through contaminated water, mud, or soil. Avoid swimming in polluted freshwater lakes and streams around metropolitan areas. ([cdc.gov](https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/destinations/traveler/none/puerto-rico) | [wikivoyage.org](https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Puerto_Rico))

## Recent News

- **Drought and water rationing:** San Juan and surrounding communities have faced severe drought, record-low water sources, and rationing. Reports in August described unreliable service lasting weeks or longer in some neighborhoods, with below-normal rainfall potentially continuing into late 2026. Visitors should expect possible disruptions to hotels, restaurants, and other services. ([cbsnews.com](https://www.cbsnews.com/tag/puerto-rico/) | [cnn.com](https://www.cnn.com/2026/08/28/us/puerto-rico-water-crisis) | [pbs.org](https://www.pbs.org/newshour/tag/puerto-rico))
- **Power-fuel dispute:** Since September 17, the San Juan and Palo Seco generating plants have reportedly been operating on diesel instead of natural gas amid a dispute involving New Fortress Energy. A natural-gas tanker was scheduled to enter San Juan on October 11 under federal-court conditions, but travelers should remain alert for possible power disruptions. ([elnuevodia.com](https://www.elnuevodia.com/english/) | [noticel.com](https://noticel.com/en/ultima-hora/20261011/buque-con-gas-natural-llegara-hoy-al-puerto-de-san-juan/))

_Updated 2026-10-11._

## Weather and timing

The best time to visit San Juan is December to April, when conditions are warm and relatively dry for beaches, walks and sightseeing. May to July and November are hotter or showery, while August to October are least favourable because heavy rain, flooding potential and peak hurricane season can disrupt plans.

| Month | Fit | Avg °C | Rain mm | Sun hours |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| January | Great | 26 | 10 | 9 |
| February | Great | 25 | 9 | 9 |
| March | Great | 25 | 14 | 9 |
| April | Great | 26 | 9 | 9 |
| May | OK | 27 | 19 | 11 |
| June | OK | 28 | 6 | 12 |
| July | OK | 28 | 12 | 11 |
| August | OK | 28 | 16 | 10 |
| September | OK | 28 | 15 | 10 |
| October | OK | 28 | 31 | 8 |
| November | OK | 27 | 33 | 7 |
| December | Great | 25 | 15 | 7 |

### Month by month

- **January (Great):** January is warm and relatively dry, around 22-29°C, suiting Old San Juan walks, beach time and outdoor sightseeing.
- **February (Great):** February is warm and relatively dry, around 22-27°C, with good conditions for beaches, historic streets and outdoor excursions.
- **March (Great):** March is warm and relatively dry, around 21-28°C, with comfortable conditions for city walks, beaches and trips around the island.
- **April (Great):** April is warm and fairly dry, around 23-30°C, supporting beach visits, sightseeing and outdoor activities.
- **May (OK):** May is hot and showery, around 24-31°C. Rainfall is frequent enough to interrupt outdoor plans, although sightseeing can fit between showers.
- **June (OK):** June is hot and humid, around 25-31°C, with regular showers and hurricane risk that month. A storm can cancel flights and wreck the trip.
- **July (OK):** July is hot and humid, around 25-32°C, with frequent showers and hurricane risk that month. Plan outdoor activities around periods of rain.
- **August (OK):** August is hot and humid, around 23-32°C, with heavy rain, flooding potential and peak hurricane season. A storm can cancel flights and wreck the trip; the year's highest dengue risk accompanies the heaviest rain.
- **September (OK):** September is hot, around 26-31°C, with heavy rain, flooding potential and peak hurricane season. A storm can cancel flights and wreck the trip; the year's highest dengue risk accompanies the heaviest rain.
- **October (OK):** October is hot and humid, around 25-31°C, with hurricane risk that month and peak storm season. Rain can disrupt outdoor plans, while northwest surf conditions are often favourable.
- **November (OK):** November is warm, around 24-30°C, with regular showers and hurricane risk that month. Storms can disrupt travel plans, while outdoor sightseeing remains possible between rain showers.
- **December (Great):** December is warm and relatively dry, around 23-29°C, suiting beaches, outdoor dining and exploring San Juan's historic centre.

### 7-day forecast

_Forecast by [Foreca](https://www.foreca.com)._

| Day | High °C | Low °C | Precip chance |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| 27 Oct 27 Oct | 33 | 27 | 40% |
| 28 Oct 28 Oct | 33 | 26 | 43% |
| 29 Oct 29 Oct | 33 | 27 | 43% |
| 30 Oct 30 Oct | 32 | 26 | 39% |
| 31 Oct 31 Oct | 32 | 26 | 54% |
| 01 Nov 01 Nov | 31 | 26 | 58% |
| 02 Nov 02 Nov | 31 | 26 | 59% |

## Visa

Passport-specific visa stance is on the HTML page after you set a passport, or via MCP `check_visa_requirements`. Confirm with a government source before you fly.

## Activities

- [Grand Canyon West Hoover Dam Stop WiFi Lunch and Skywalk](https://www.viator.com/tours/Las-Vegas/Grand-Canyon-Skywalk-Hoover-Dam-Day-Trip-W-Lunch-from-Las-Vegas/d684-132218P75?mcid=42383&pid=P00310321&medium=api&api_version=2.0) — from 94 USD
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- [History and Hauntings of Salem Guided Walking Tour](https://www.viator.com/tours/Salem/Hauntings-and-History-Walking-Tour/d22414-37124P1?mcid=42383&pid=P00310321&medium=api&api_version=2.0) — from 36 USD
- [New York in One Day Guided Sightseeing Tour](https://www.viator.com/tours/New-York-City/New-York-in-One-Day-Guided-Sightseeing-Tour/d687-7081NYCDAY?mcid=42383&pid=P00310321&medium=api&api_version=2.0) — from 99 USD · 6–6 HOUR
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- [Chicago River 90 Minute Architecture Tour](https://www.viator.com/tours/Chicago/Chicago-River-Architecture-Tour/d673-76126P1?mcid=42383&pid=P00310321&medium=api&api_version=2.0) — from 45 USD · 1.5–1.5 HOUR
- [Boston Duck Boat Sightseeing City Tour with Cruise](https://www.viator.com/tours/Boston/Boston-Duck-Boat-Sightseeing-City-Tour-with-Cruise/d678-3037DUCK?mcid=42383&pid=P00310321&medium=api&api_version=2.0) — from 61.85 USD · 1.3–1.3 HOUR
- [Boston: Freedom Trail History Small Group Walking Tour](https://www.viator.com/tours/Boston/Explore-Revolutionary-Boston-Freedom-Trail-History-Tour/d678-66111P3?mcid=42383&pid=P00310321&medium=api&api_version=2.0) — from 39 USD · 2.5–2.5 HOUR
- [New Orleans Steamboat Natchez Jazz Cruise with Dinner Option](https://www.viator.com/tours/New-Orleans/Steamboat-Natchez-Jazz-Dinner-Cruise/d675-3780STEAMDIN?mcid=42383&pid=P00310321&medium=api&api_version=2.0) — from 58 USD · 3–3 HOUR

More on the HTML page: https://sorted.travel/places/san-juan#activities

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