The climate of Luquillo
Luquillo,
Puerto Rico, resides in the Tropical Monsoon climate zone as per the Köppen climate classification. The town is enveloped within a microclimate characterized by high humidity, moderate temperature fluctuations, and ample rainfall.
The temperatures in Luquillo oscillate throughout the year with minimal variations. The warmest month is
August with a mean high temperature of 84.2°F (29°C), whereas
February has the lowest mean high temperature of 79°F (26.1°C). Correspondingly, the average low temperatures also exhibit a similar pattern, with August recording a peak of 80.2°F (26.8°C) and
March experiencing the minimum temperature of 75.7°F (24.3°C).
Rainfall in Luquillo is abundant, with the wettest month being August, amassing a significant average rainfall of 2.83in. Conversely, February is the driest month with a comparatively low rainfall average of 1.06in. The town receives rain for more than half the month, peaking at 21.3 days in August and declining to 13.8 days in February.
Luquillo also experiences a fair amount of cloud cover, restricted to a narrow range between 33% in March and 40% in August.
The best time to visit Luquillo
The best time to visit
Luquillo is during the months from
April to
June. During this time, the weather is relatively drier, with an average minimum rainfall of 1.18in and a maximum of 1.69in. Daylight hours are extended, spanning from 12.6h to 13.2h, facilitating abundant opportunities for touring and sightseeing. Additionally, the town records decent sunshine hours, with
May showcasing the highest average of 10.3h.
The worst time to visit Luquillo
Tourists should generally avoid
Luquillo during the peak of the monsoon season. The worst time to visit is
August, when the maximum rainfall of 2.83in is recorded, with rains stretching across 21.3 days of the month. Moreover, despite the rise in temperatures, the high humidity may detract from the overall experience.
Spring weather in Luquillo
Luquillo’s spring from
March to
May has a moderately warm climate. Temperatures during these months range from a low of 75.7°F (24.3°C) to a high of 81.5°F (27.5°C). Rainfall measures between 1.14in and 1.69in, with a slight increase towards the end of the season. Additionally, the length of daylight increases from 12.1h in March to 13h in May.
Summer weather in Luquillo
The summer in
Luquillo, extending from
June to
August witnesses soaring temperatures, ranging from a low of 79.7°F (26.5°C) to a high of 84.2°F (29°C). Rainfall is at its peak during this season, hitting a maximum of 2.83in in August. The season has longer daylight hours fluctuating between 13.2h and 12.7h.
Autumn weather in Luquillo
Autumn months from
September to
November in
Luquillo maintain a high-temperature zone. The temperatures fluctuate from a minimum of 80.8°F (27.1°C) to a maximum of 83.8°F (28.8°C). Rainfall is substantial during this season, reaching a high of 2.4in in November. The duration of daylight decreases, marking a range from 12.2h to 11.3h.
Winter weather in Luquillo
Winters in
Luquillo spanning from
December to
February showcase a dip in the temperature scale, registering a low of 75.7°F (24.3°C) and a high of 79.3°F (26.3°C). Rainfall is at its minimum, averaging a low of 1.06in in February. The shortest daylight hour of 11h is witnessed in December, which gradually increases as the season progresses.
Weather in January
January sees
Luquillo,
Puerto Rico experiencing consistent weather patterns typical of the region. A slight chill might be felt during the mornings and evenings as the temperatures slightly decline from
December. However, pleasantly mild weather conditions prevail during the day.
Weather in January » Weather in February
The weather in
February in
Luquillo is marked by a slight temperature surge along with marginally increased cloud cover to 33% as compared to
January. Amidst consistent UV index and visibility, there's a subtle shift in the atmospheric conditions.
Weather in February »Weather in March
March marks the transition into warmer months in
Luquillo,
Puerto Rico. The effect of this change is most evident in the increase of daylight hours to 12.1 hours. Within the altered conditions, the region maintains its consistent humidity and visibility.
Weather in March »
Weather in April
April weather in
Luquillo witnesses a delightful mix of warm yet comfortable conditions. There's a conspicuous rise in the average daylight hours to 12.6 hours, hinting at the approaching summer. Contributing to the pleasant conditions is the slight decrease in average wind speed to 10.6mph (17.1km/h) from
March.
Weather in April » Weather in May
Luquillo's weather in
May is characteristic of the tropical climate experienced in
Puerto Rico. May is marked by a jump in the average temperature scale setting the stage for the imminent summer months. The sun shines longer as daylight hours increase to 13 hours.
Weather in May » Weather in June
In
June,
Luquillo experiences hot, humid, and rainy conditions indicative of the peak summer season. The climate continues to warm, with the mercury subtly sliding towards the summer peak. The rainfall increases marginally to 1.65" (42mm), keeping the environment humid and enriched.
Weather in June »
Weather in July
July in
Luquillo plays host to the warmest weather conditions of the year. The temperatures are at their yearly summit with rainfall seeing a significant leap to 2.6" (66mm). It's also the time when daylight hours start to decline to 13.1 hours, signalling the end of the longest days of the year.
Weather in July » Weather in August
August continues the trend of warm weather from
July in
Luquillo. It's a time when the sun paints its golden hues across the Puerto Rican landscape. Simultaneously, rainfall continues its upward trend, touching its annual peak at 2.83" (72mm).
Weather in August » Weather in September
The weather in
Luquillo in
September sees noticeable changes, indicative of the gradual shift towards cooler temperatures. The weather continues to be predominantly warm but sees less rainfall than
August, going down to 1.77" (45mm).
Weather in September »
Weather in October
October brings a sense of calm to
Luquillo's climate. The city experiences a decline in temperature, marking the onset of cooler months. Rainfall experiences an upward swing at 2.44" (62mm), keeping the environment fresh and vibrant.
Weather in October » Weather in November
November witnesses noticeable transformations in
Luquillo's weather. The temperature begins to decline, hinting at the arrival of the colder months. The city sees a further reduction in daylight hours to 11.3 hours, signifying the transition towards winter.
Weather in November » Weather in December
December in
Luquillo ushers in the coolest weather of the year with noticeably reduced temperatures as compared to
November. The city receives shorter daylight hours at 11 hours, the least in the year. Although the humidity and visibility remain consistent, the rainfall decreases to 1.57" (40mm).
Weather in December »