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San Juan in March

Dry season shoulder

By Daan · Last reviewed October 2026

The short answer

March is one of the best months to visit San Juan.

March is still dry and sunny, with the winter crowds starting to thin.

6.5/10 overall22–29°CModerate–High crowds$$$
Weather8.5/10
Crowds5/10
Prices$$$
Events5/10

March in detail

What March actually feels like

Weather
22–29°C
Warm, sunny and dry.
Crowds
Moderate–High
Busy, easing toward the end of the month.
Prices
$$$
High, but past the winter peak.

+Dry weather and warm seas.

–Spring break weeks can be busy.

My tip for March

Easter can fall in March; check dates.

  • Beach
  • Snorkeling

How March compares

Against the other eleven months

2nd of 12 overall in San Juan, 1st for weather, 9th for space, 9th for value. The emptiest month is September; the best value is September.

See all twelve months for San Juan

Plan around

What’s on in San Juan in March

Cruise days

December–April

Several ships can be in port at once. Old San Juan is busiest late morning to late afternoon.

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Weather

Weather in San Juan in March

In March San Juan averages a high of 29°C (84°F) and a low of 22°C (72°F), with about 55 mm of rain or snow over 10 wet days. The warmest month is June (around 32°C) and the coolest is January (around 28°C); the wettest month is November.

Average high
29°C
84°F
Average low
22°C
72°F
Precipitation
55 mm
Wet days
10

Climate data: NOAA (Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport, 1991–2020). Temperatures are averages of daily highs and lows.

Quick answers

San Juan in March: the questions people ask

Is March a good time to visit San Juan?
March is one of the best months to visit San Juan. It ranks 2 of 12 months in San Juan overall (1 for weather, 9 for space, 9 for value). The main upside: Dry weather and warm seas. The main downside: Spring break weeks can be busy.
What is the weather like in San Juan in March?
Average highs are around 29°C and lows around 22°C. Expect about 55 mm of rain or snow over roughly 10 wet days. Warm, sunny and dry. For comparison, the warmest month is June (around 32°C) and the coolest is January (around 28°C).
Is San Juan crowded in March?
Crowds are moderate–high. Busy, easing toward the end of the month. The quietest month is September.
How expensive is San Juan in March?
Prices are at level 3 of 5 ($$$). High, but past the winter peak. The best-value month is September.
When is the best time to visit San Juan?
In the CrowdFreeViews month scores, April is the best month overall (March ranks 2 of 12). The quietest month is September and the best value is September.

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