Here’s what you gotta know to plan the perfect trip to the Island of Enchantment.
Here are the best times to visit Puerto Rico based on your interests.
Unsurprisingly, most North American tourists visit the country during the winter months to escape cold weather.
A Puerto Rico flag planted on a San Juan beach.Credit:John Piekos/Getty Images
At worst, you might get caught in a spring shower or two.
And if you travel in June, you may have the chance to experienceNoche de San Juan.
Hurricane season occurs roughly from June to November, with September seeing the lowest number of visitors.
The colorful streets of Old San Juan, Puerto Rico.Raimund Koch/Getty Images
Mother Nature is unpredictableyour vacation could turn out to be a fabulous deal or a stormy disappointment.
Puerto Rico is also at its hottest and dampest from August through October, so plan accordingly.
Who cares if its raining when youre in your swimsuit and the temperature is in the high 80s?
People walking along the water in San Juan.Taylor McIntyre/Travel + Leisure
Isabela, also located on the northern shore, often hosts professional surfing competitions at Middles Beach.
Aguadilla, home to popular surf areas such as Crash Boat Beach, offers tame waves for all levels.
Pristine beach in San Juan.Maridav/Getty Images
A red flag warning about strong waves in Puerto Rico.Taylor McIntyre/Travel + Leisure
