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When is the best time to visit Cabo Rojo (Puerto Rico)?

Find the best time to travel to Cabo Rojo, Puerto Rico, with month-by-month weather, temperatures and precipitation. Also compare the local tourist crowds and the activities to do on-site.

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Best time to go to Cabo Rojo

Our tips and advice for choosing the best time to travel to Cabo Rojo.

The maximum temperature in Cabo Rojo is on average 29°C over the year, with values generally ranging between 28°C in March and 30°C in September. Precipitation is fairly high, with about 1,364 mm per year. It ranges from 39 mm in January to 200 mm in September.

The weather is pleasant to stay to Cabo Rojo in: January, February, March, April, May, June, July and December. However, the period when the weather is truly ideal is January, February, March and December.

In terms of crowd levels, the quietest periods are in November, while crowding is high in March, May, June and July.

Climate

Climate of Cabo Rojo, Puerto Rico

Temperatures, rain, sunshine and humidity allow you to quickly read the climate month by month in Cabo Rojo.

Climate charts in Cabo Rojo

Temperatures

Average curve and range between monthly minima and maxima.
Average Min / max

Precipitation

Average monthly rainfall observed each month.
Average rainfall Days with significant precipitation (>5 mm) Days with precipitation

Average daily sunshine

Average sunshine hours per day by month.
Sunshine hours

Relative humidity

Average humidity observed over the months.
Average humidity

What is the climate type in Cabo Rojo?

Cabo Rojo has a monsoon climate, which is a type of tropical climate. More precisely, according to the Köppen-Geiger classification, it is a tropical monsoon climate (Am).

Activities

What to do in Cabo Rojo and the best time to go depending on your interests?

Identify the best times for each travel desire in Cabo Rojo and the activities you wish to do there.

Activity calendar

Each dot indicates, month by month, whether conditions are more or less favorable in Cabo Rojo.

Very favorable Potentially favorable Unfavourable
Activity Jan. Feb. Mar. Apr. May Jun. Jul. Aug. Sep. Oct. Nov. Dec.
Cultural visits and heritage
Animal observation
Family and attractions
Nature and landscapes
Gastronomy
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Crowd levels and tourist seasons

Compare the busiest periods and the quieter months to plan your trip to Cabo Rojo according to the atmosphere you seek.

Peak crowds
July
High season
MarchMayJune
Mid-season
JanuaryFebruaryAprilAugustSeptemberOctoberDecember
Quieter period
November
Crowds at a glance

How do visitor numbers change in Cabo Rojo?

Visitor numbers in Cabo Rojo vary significantly depending on the time of year. The choice of month can therefore really change the atmosphere of the trip: livelier in high season, more relaxed and quieter in low season.

The high season is concentrated mainly in March, May, June and July, with more visitors, a livelier atmosphere and often increased demand for accommodations.

To travel with fewer crowds, the months of January, February, April, August, September, October, November and December are generally the most interesting in terms of crowds.

Updated on 15/09/2026

Visitor index month by month

An index from 0 to 100 to visualize how visitor numbers vary over the year.
Average score
51/100
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Frequently asked questions

Best time to go to Cabo Rojo: Frequently asked questions

Short answers to the questions we most often ask ourselves before booking.

The best weather conditions in Cabo Rojo are concentrated over 8 months: January, February, March, April, May, June, July and December. It is during this period that the weather is considered good to ideal.

Regarding weather, the least favorable months in Cabo Rojo are the following: August, September, October and November. Travel remains possible, but expect less pleasant conditions and a more flexible itinerary.

Precipitation is concentrated mainly in these months: August, September and October. The peak occurs in September, with about 200 mm of precipitation spread over approximately 12 wet days. Conversely, the driest month is January, with about 39 mm.

Temperatures vary little over the year in Cabo Rojo: expect on average 30°C during the day and 27°C at night, with September as the warmest month and March as the coolest month.

The sun is at its most generous in June, with about 13.2 hours of sunshine per day. The darkest month is November, with 8.4 hours per day.

Visitor levels are significantly higher during these months: March, May, June and July. For a quieter trip, aim for January, February, April, August, September, October, November and December. Over the year, the average visitor index is 51/100.

We detail the month-by-month weather of 12 nearby destinations, including Hormigueros, Boqueron and San German. Compare them to build a coherent itinerary: conditions can vary from one city to another, even over short distances.
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