Puerto Rico Population (2026)
Population of Puerto Rico with area, density and how it compares to nearby places.
Population of Puerto Rico
Puerto Rico ranks #12 by population among 20 comparable places in this atlas.
Quick facts about Puerto Rico
| Type | Country |
|---|---|
| Continent | North America |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 18°27′55.8″N 66°6′20.5″W (18.4655, -66.1057) |
| Capital | San Juan |
| Population | 3.200.000 |
| Area | 3.515 sq mi |
| ISO code | PR |
| ISO 3166-1 alpha-3 | PRI |
| Currency | US dollar (USD) |
| Languages | Spanish, English |
| Calling code | +1-787 |
| Time zone | America/Puerto_Rico |
| Local time | 4:14 AM (UTC-04:00) |
| Best months | January, March, May, June, July, September and December |
| Climate | Temperate |
Population by city in Puerto Rico
1 cities mapped in this atlas
Summary
Puerto Rico is a country in North America. Puerto Rico is a country in North America with its capital at San Juan. It has a population of about 3.2 million. The capital is San Juan.
Right now it is 83°F (28°C) in Puerto Rico with partly cloudy. It feels like 92°F. Today runs from 81°F to 89°F. Chance of precipitation is 98%. Sightseeing conditions score 6.8/10 - fair - plan around the weather.
The best time to visit Puerto Rico 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 89°F is 2.7°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 Puerto Rico 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.
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Coordinates: 18°27′55.8″N 66°6′20.5″W (18.4655, -66.1057)
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Puerto Rico?
Puerto Rico is a country in North America. Its coordinates are 18.4655, -66.1057. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Puerto Rico right now?
It is currently 83°F (28°C) with partly cloudy. Humidity is 81% and wind is 7 mph.
When is the best time to visit Puerto Rico?
January, March, May, June, July, September and December offer the most comfortable conditions in Puerto Rico, which has a temperate climate. August, October and November are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Puerto Rico in?
Puerto Rico observes America/Puerto_Rico (UTC-04:00). The local time is 4:14 AM.
How many people live in Puerto Rico?
Puerto Rico has a population of approximately 3.2 million.
What are the top things to do in Puerto Rico?
Popular options include Virgin Islands National Park.
What places are in Puerto Rico?
Puerto Rico covers 1 places in this atlas, including San Juan.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (countries-v1) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| 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 25, 2026 at 4:14 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
