AI-generatedVieques at a glance
- Best time
- Dec – Jun
- Warmest month
- Sep · 30°
- Warmest sea
- Sep · 29.2°
- Sunshine a year
- 3,000 h
- Rain a year
- 1,257 mm
- Climate
- Tropical
- Time zone
- UTC−4
- Elevation
- 12 m
Climate in Vieques
Vieques has a tropical climate: it is warm all year round, and the seasons differ mainly in how much rain falls. September is the warmest month with average highs of 30 °C, while February is the coolest at 27 °C. With around 3,000 hours of sunshine a year, Vieques is sunny; April is the sunniest month with 8.9 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Vieques
The best time to visit Vieques is from December to June. The sea reaches 29.2 °C in September, but frequent rain gets in the way of a classic beach holiday. The rainy season is from July to November; the wettest month is September with 171 mm.
Vieques through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Vieques in the dry season
Dec – Jun
Excellent
- 27–30 °C by day
- Sea 27 °C
- 8.3 h of sun a day
- 117 rainy days in all
Vieques in the rainy season
Jul – Nov
Good
- 29–30 °C by day
- Sea 29 °C
- 8.0 h of sun a day
- 115 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
No month
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
No month
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Rainy months
Jul – Nov
Rainy season or more than 12 rainy days
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Your best months: February – April
Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.
Weather in October
Weather in October
Holiday weather in October
Good
Best time to visit: December – June
October is the peak of the hurricane season Hurricane season
Where to go in OctoberSea temperature in October
Keep in mindFrequent rainStorm season
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 27°
- Midday, 13:00: about 30°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 30°
- Evening, 20:00: about 28°
- Night, 23:00: about 27°
06:1518:00
Warm enough for a T-shirt in the evening.
Estimated from the average high and low: coolest around sunrise, warmest in mid-afternoon.
Light for photos in October
- Golden hour
- Morning 06:01–06:44 · evening 17:31–18:14
- Blue hour
- Morning 05:53–06:01 · evening 18:14–18:22
Golden hour: the sun between 4° below and 6° above the horizon; blue hour: 6° to 4° below it. Times for the 15th of the month; mountains and clouds shift the light.
October in Vieques compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs fall from about 30° at the start of the month to 29° at the end. The days get 0.5 h shorter.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 30° | 29° |
| Night-time low | 26° | 26° |
| Sea | 29° | 29° |
| Daylight | 12.0 h | 11.5 h |
What is the weather like in Vieques in October?
In October, Vieques is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 26 °C. The sea averages 29.1 °C – almost as warm as a bath. The sun shines for around 7.9 hours a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 23 days, totalling 165 mm. On about 14 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, October is a good month for a holiday in Vieques.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 45 min06:15 – 18:00
- UV index
- 10 · very highclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 31 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 23 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 59 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 14 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC−4offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 35 %100 %
- Seaweight 25 %100 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %82 %
- Few rainy daysweight 20 %0 %
Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “Sun, sea & sand”.
What to pack in October
- Swimwear
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses & sun hat
- Light, breathable clothes
- Water bottle – drink plenty
- Insect repellent
- Rain jacket or umbrella
Compare two months in Vieques
Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.
March has the better holiday weather in Vieques: score 86 against 76. In March, days are 3 °C cooler than in October. The sea is 3 °C cooler in March. March has 10 fewer rainy days. The sun shines an hour longer a day in March.
| Month | October | March |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 76 | 86better |
| Daytime high | 30° | 27° |
| Night-time low | 26° | 24° |
| Sea | 29.1° | 26.4° |
| Sunshine | 7.9 h | 8.8 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 23 | 13better |
| Rainfall | 165 mm | 43 mmbetter |
| Muggy days | 31 | 29better |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Vieques month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
79January27° · Sea 27° · 8.1 h
In January, Vieques is hot: daytime highs average 27 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 26.7 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.1 hours a day. It rains often – on about 16 days, adding up to 54 mm. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, January is a good month for a holiday in Vieques.
Vieques in January85February27° · Sea 26° · 8.6 h
In February, Vieques is hot: daytime highs average 27 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 26.4 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.6 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 14 rainy days and 41 mm in total. The air is often humid and muggy. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 28 km/h. All in all, February is an excellent month for a holiday in Vieques.
Vieques in February86March27° · Sea 26° · 8.8 h
In March, Vieques is hot: daytime highs average 27 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 26.4 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.8 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 13 rainy days and 43 mm in total. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, March is an excellent month for a holiday in Vieques.
Vieques in March84April28° · Sea 27° · 8.9 h
In April, Vieques is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 26.9 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.9 hours a day. It rains often – on about 15 days, adding up to 66 mm. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, April is an excellent month for a holiday in Vieques.
Vieques in April77May29° · Sea 28° · 8.1 h
In May, Vieques is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 26 °C. The sea averages 27.6 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.1 hours a day. It rains often – on about 20 days, adding up to 104 mm. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, May is a good month for a holiday in Vieques.
Vieques in May77June30° · Sea 28° · 8.0 h
In June, Vieques is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 26 °C. The sea averages 28.2 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.0 hours a day. It rains often – on about 20 days, adding up to 94 mm. On about 7 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, June is a good month for a holiday in Vieques.
Vieques in June78July30° · Sea 28° · 8.3 h
In July, Vieques is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 26 °C. The sea averages 28.4 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.3 hours a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 25 days, totalling 138 mm. On about 7 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 29 km/h. All in all, July is a good month for a holiday in Vieques.
Vieques in July78August30° · Sea 29° · 8.4 h
In August, Vieques is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 27 °C. The sea averages 28.8 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.4 hours a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 25 days, totalling 157 mm. On about 16 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, August is a good month for a holiday in Vieques.
Vieques in August77September30° · Sea 29° · 8.0 h
In September, Vieques is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 27 °C. The sea averages 29.2 °C – almost as warm as a bath. The sun shines for around 8.0 hours a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 22 days, totalling 171 mm. On about 18 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, September is a good month for a holiday in Vieques.
Vieques in September76October30° · Sea 29° · 7.9 h
In October, Vieques is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 26 °C. The sea averages 29.1 °C – almost as warm as a bath. The sun shines for around 7.9 hours a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 23 days, totalling 165 mm. On about 14 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, October is a good month for a holiday in Vieques.
Vieques in October75November29° · Sea 29° · 7.6 h
In November, Vieques is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 28.5 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.6 hours a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 21 days, totalling 151 mm. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, November is a good month for a holiday in Vieques.
Vieques in November76December28° · Sea 28° · 7.8 h
In December, Vieques is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 27.5 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.8 hours a day. It rains often – on about 19 days, adding up to 75 mm. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, December is a good month for a holiday in Vieques.
Vieques in DecemberClimate in detail
Year & climate table
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Vieques
How warm the nights get in each month, from the mean night-time low. Tap a month for details.
- Hot 24° and more
- muggy month (15+ muggy days)
HotOctober: nights around 26°. Hot nights: air conditioning makes sleeping much easier. Muggy on about 31 days (dew point 18 °C or more).
The coolest nights are in February (24°), the warmest in August (27°). Nights stay tropical all year (20 °C and more), so a room with air conditioning or at least a fan pays off. It is muggy (dew point 18 °C or more) all year, on about 358 days a year.
Temperatures through the year
Average daytime high, night-time low and sea temperature per month.
| Month | Score | Day | Night | Sea | Sun | Rain days | Rain mm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 79 | 27° | 24° | 26.7° | 8.1 h | 16 | 54 |
| FebruaryFeb | 85 | 27° | 24° | 26.4° | 8.6 h | 14 | 41 |
| MarchMar | 86 | 27° | 24° | 26.4° | 8.8 h | 13 | 43 |
| AprilApr | 84 | 28° | 25° | 26.9° | 8.9 h | 15 | 66 |
| MayMay | 77 | 29° | 26° | 27.6° | 8.1 h | 20 | 104 |
| JuneJun | 77 | 30° | 26° | 28.2° | 8.0 h | 20 | 94 |
| JulyJul | 78 | 30° | 26° | 28.4° | 8.3 h | 25 | 138 |
| AugustAug | 78 | 30° | 27° | 28.8° | 8.4 h | 25 | 157 |
| SeptemberSep | 77 | 30° | 27° | 29.2° | 8.0 h | 22 | 171 |
| OctoberOct | 76 | 30° | 26° | 29.1° | 7.9 h | 23 | 165 |
| NovemberNov | 75 | 29° | 25° | 28.5° | 7.6 h | 21 | 151 |
| DecemberDec | 76 | 28° | 25° | 27.5° | 7.8 h | 19 | 75 |
Climate averages 1996–2025 (sunshine partly WMO station normals 1991–2020), not a forecast. Data: Copernicus ERA5 / ERA5-Land via Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), NOAA OISST, WMO 1991–2020 (NOAA NCEI), GeoNames (CC BY 4.0). Sources & licences
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Sea temperature
Sea temperature in Vieques
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 28.7 – 29.6 °C
Swimming season: all year
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Vieques ranges from 26.4 °C in February to 29.2 °C in September. At 20 °C and more, the sea is warm enough for swimming all year round.
The sea temperature varies from year to year: in September, eight out of ten years were between 28.8 and 29.8 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 26.7° | 26.2° | 27.3° | warm |
| FebruaryFeb | 26.4° | 25.8° | 27.1° | warm |
| MarchMar | 26.4° | 25.7° | 26.9° | warm |
| AprilApr | 26.9° | 26.4° | 27.5° | warm |
| MayMay | 27.6° | 27.0° | 28.3° | warm |
| JuneJun | 28.2° | 27.7° | 28.7° | warm |
| JulyJul | 28.4° | 28.0° | 28.9° | warm |
| AugustAug | 28.8° | 28.4° | 29.3° | warm |
| SeptemberSep | 29.2° | 28.8° | 29.8° | very warm |
| OctoberOct | 29.1° | 28.7° | 29.6° | very warm |
| NovemberNov | 28.5° | 27.9° | 28.9° | warm |
| DecemberDec | 27.5° | 27.0° | 28.0° | warm |
Sunshine
Sunshine hours in Vieques
Average hours of bright sunshine per day, next to the length of the day. Tap a month to select it.
In October, the sun shines for about 7.9 of 11.8 hours of daylight in Vieques, 67 % of the daylight hours.
Sunshine hours: estimated from radiation data (ERA5, 1996–2025) and calibrated against measured station values; no weather station is close enough here. Daylight is the time from sunrise to sunset on the 15th of the month.
Rain
Rain in Vieques: rainy days and rainfall
A rainy day is a day with at least 1 mm of rain or snow; the amount is what falls in the whole month. Tap a month to select it.
In October, Vieques has about 23 rainy days with 165 mm of rain in total.
UV index
UV index in Vieques
How strong the sun is at noon, month by month, and how quickly unprotected skin burns.
- Clear-sky UV in October
- 10 · very highStay in the shade around midday; SPF 50, clothing, hat and sunglasses.
The sun is strongest in May (UV 13).
Minutes until sunburn in October
- Very fair skin
- about 15 min
- Fair skin
- about 15 min
- Light brown skin
- about 25 min
- Olive skin
- about 30 min
Rough guide for unprotected skin at noon under a clear sky; clouds lengthen the time, water, sand and snow shorten it. Sunscreen extends the time only partly.
Monthly values: clear-sky noon estimate from the sun's angle, ozone and altitude. UV today: Open-Meteo forecast.
Wind & clouds
Wind and clouds in Vieques
How breezy and how cloudy Vieques is through the year. Tap a month to select it on the whole page.
Wind
Typical daily peak of the wind in km/h: what the afternoon breeze usually reaches, not the gusts.
In October, the wind in Vieques typically peaks at 23 km/h during the day: Beaufort 4, moderate breeze.
Breezy months for windsurfing and kiting
From Beaufort 4 (20 km/h) the daily breeze is usually enough for windsurfing and often for kiting, and here it is that strong all year.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 59 % of the sky over Vieques: variable cloud, with about 7.9 hours of sunshine a day.
Wind: mean daily maximum of the hourly wind 10 m above ground (ERA5, 1996–2025). Gusts are stronger, and the model grid of about 28 km smooths out local effects such as capes and valley winds. Clouds: mean total cloud cover of all layers over day and night (ERA5, 1996–2025). Thin high cloud counts as cover even when the sun still shines through.
Heat & humidity
Heat and humidity in Vieques
How often the day gets hot in Vieques (30 °C and more), and in which months heat and humidity come together. Tap a month to select it.
Heat calendar
- pleasant
- some hot or muggy days
- often muggy
- often hot
- hot and muggy
In October, Vieques has about 14 hot days, with an average daytime high of 30 °C: often muggy. The air feels warmer than the thermometer says: light, airy clothes and slow days help.
Hot days reach at least 30 °C; a month counts as muggy when the mean dew point reaches 18 °C on at least 15 days. Averages from ERA5 and ERA5-Land, 1996–2025. Muggy nights through the year
Planning a trip to Vieques
Weather for your travel dates
Pick your arrival and length of stay, and we sum up the weather to expect.
Vieques in the school holidays
How the weather suits the usual holiday periods. Dates vary by school and region, so each holiday uses the months it usually falls in.
Vieques has its best school-holiday weather during the Easter holidays (score 85) and its weakest during October half-term (score 76).
- 85
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
ExcellentBest holidays
- 28 °C by day
- Sea 27 °C
- 8.9 h of sun a day
- 15 rainy days a month
- 77
May half-term
May – Jun
Good
- 29 °C by day
- Sea 28 °C
- 8.1 h of sun a day
- 20 rainy days a month
- 78
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
Good
- 30 °C by day
- Sea 29 °C
- 8.4 h of sun a day
- 25 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain, Storm season
- 76
October half-term
Oct
Good
- 30 °C by day
- Sea 29 °C
- 7.9 h of sun a day
- 23 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain, Storm season
- 78
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
Good
- 28 °C by day
- Sea 27 °C
- 8.0 h of sun a day
- 17 rainy days a month
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 8 h 35 min
- Distance
- 6,720 km
- Time zone
- UTC−4
- Jet lag
- About 3 days (5 h west)
Rule of thumb for flying west: for a few days before, stay up a little later, and get afternoon and evening light at your destination.
Estimated from the straight-line distance: 30 minutes for take-off and landing plus 830 km/h cruising speed.
Good to know: Puerto Rico
- Currency
- US Dollar (USD)
- Languages
- English, Spanish
- Sockets
- Type A, B · 120 V
- Traffic
- Drives on the right
- Dialling code
- +1 787
- Emergency number
- 911
UK plugs need a travel adapter
Only 120 V: chargers marked 100–240 V work, other devices need a voltage converter.
Sources: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0). Please check details before you travel.
Storm season
Vieques lies in an area that Atlantic hurricanes can reach. The hurricane season runs from June to November, with most storms from August to October. A direct hit on any one place is rare, but if you travel then, keep an eye on weather warnings and book flexibly.
- January
- February
- March
- April
- May
- June: Season
- July: Season
- August: Peak
- September: Peak
- October: Peak
- November: Season
- December
Official season dates of the regional warning centres (NOAA, JMA, IMD, Météo-France, BoM, Fiji Meteorological Service); not a forecast.
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Vieques vs Culebra
In October the holiday weather in Vieques and Culebra is about equally good (score 76 vs 77). During the day Culebra is 1 °C warmer than Vieques. The sea is about equally warm.
| in October | Vieques | Culebra |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 76 | 77 |
| Daytime high | 30° | 31° |
| Sea | 29° | 29° |
| Sunshine | 8 h | 8 h |
| Rainy days | 23 | 19 |
| Best time | Dec – Jun | Dec – Jul |
Through the year
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Puerto Rico in October: the best places
In October, Vieques ranks 2 of 9 destinations in this country.
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- 5Vega Baja32°29°70
- 6Arecibo32°29°69
- 7Carolina32°35
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Frequently asked questions about Vieques
When is the best time to visit Vieques?
The best time to visit Vieques is from December to June. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in Vieques?
The sea temperature in Vieques ranges from 26.4 °C in February to 29.2 °C in September. At 20 °C and more, the sea is warm enough for swimming all year round.
Can you swim in Vieques in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 29.1 °C – almost as warm as a bath.
What is the warmest month in Vieques?
September is the warmest month, with average highs of 30 °C and nights around 27 °C. February is the coolest month at 27 °C.
When does it rain most in Vieques?
The rainy season is from July to November; the wettest month is September with 171 mm. The driest month is February with 41 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Vieques get?
Vieques gets around 3,000 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is April with 8.9 hours a day; in November there are 7.6 hours a day.
What time zone is Vieques in?
Vieques is on UTC−4 all year.
How long is the flight from London to Vieques?
A nonstop flight from London to Vieques takes about 8 h 35 min, for a straight-line distance of about 6,720 km.
When is hurricane season in Vieques?
Vieques lies in an area that Atlantic hurricanes can reach. The hurricane season runs from June to November, with most storms from August to October. A direct hit on any one place is rare, but if you travel then, keep an eye on weather warnings and book flexibly.
Which school holidays are best for Vieques?
Vieques has its best school-holiday weather during the Easter holidays (score 85) and its weakest during October half-term (score 76). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 85, May half-term 77, summer holidays 78, October half-term 76, Christmas holidays 78.