Geography of San Juan
Geography of San Juan: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of San Juan
Virgin Islands National Park is 89 mi to the east, Dominican Republic is 251 mi to the west, Grace Bay is 456 mi to the north-west and Saint Lucia is 458 mi to the south-east.
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Coordinates: 18°27′55.8″N 66°6′20.5″W (18.4655, -66.1057)
Quick facts about San Juan
| Type | City |
|---|---|
| Country | Puerto Rico |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 18°27′55.8″N 66°6′20.5″W (18.4655, -66.1057) |
| Population | 340.000 |
| Known for | Old San Juan forts and beaches |
| Local time | 9:58 PM (UTC-04:00) |
| Best months | January, March, May, June, July, September and December |
| Climate | Temperate |
Summary
San Juan is a city in Puerto Rico. San Juan is known for Old San Juan forts and beaches. It has a population of about 340.000.
Right now it is 81°F (27°C) in San Juan with mainly clear. It feels like 88°F. Today runs from 80°F to 90°F. Chance of precipitation is 91%. Sightseeing conditions score 7/10 - good conditions.
The best time to visit San Juan is January, March, May, June, July, September and December. The climate is temperate. August, October and November tend to be the least comfortable months. October is the warmest month with average highs near 87°F, while February is the coldest with lows near 73°F.
Nearby highlights include Virgin Islands National Park.
In plain terms. Today is slightly warmer than average for October. The forecast high of 90°F is 3.8°F above the 87°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 7 AM to 10 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in San Juan today at 8.8/10. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Climate in San Juan month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 81° | 74° | 2,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| February | 81° | 73° | 4,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| March | 81° | 74° | 3,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| April | 82° | 74° | 4,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 84° | 77° | 3,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 85° | 79° | 2,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 85° | 79° | 2,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 86° | 80° | 4,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 86° | 79° | 3,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 87° | 78° | 5,0 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 84° | 77° | 5,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 82° | 75° | 3,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is San Juan?
San Juan is a city in Puerto Rico. Its coordinates are 18.4655, -66.1057. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in San Juan right now?
It is currently 81°F (27°C) with mainly clear. Humidity is 83% and wind is 9 mph.
When is the best time to visit San Juan?
January, March, May, June, July, September and December offer the most comfortable conditions in San Juan, which has a temperate climate. August, October and November are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is San Juan in?
San Juan observes America/Puerto_Rico (UTC-04:00). The local time is 9:58 PM.
How many people live in San Juan?
San Juan has a population of approximately 340.000.
What are the top things to do in San Juan?
Popular options include Virgin Islands National Park.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-world) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated October 26, 2026 at 9:58 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
