The Puerto Rico Weather Podcast

Good morning. Puerto Rico. I'm Aaron Jolly. Step outside and you'll feel it right away. That steady east wind pushing across the island at 18 miles an hour, gusting to 69 miles an hour. We're sitting at 82 degrees under partly cloudy skies. And those trade winds are bringing in fast-moving showers. In the next 24 hours. Metro San Juan stays breezy today with a high of 80 degrees. Scattered showers roll in around noon and linger through early afternoon — about a coin flip's chance. Tonight, partly cloudy with a low of 75. Head south and it warms up. Southern Puerto Rico reaches 87 degrees this afternoon, with gusts up to 30 miles an hour. Showers develop after noon with a slight chance. Tonight clears out with a low of 72. Out west, it's a wetter story. Western Puerto Rico sees an 85-degree high with a likely chance of showers this afternoon. Some spots could pick up a half to three quarters of an inch of rain. Skies clear overnight with a low of 69. Important safety note — there's a high risk of rip currents at north and east-facing beaches through Friday night. If you're heading to the shore, check those beach flags and talk to lifeguards before getting in the water. Tonight brings a full moon. A nice way to end a breezy day. Looking ahead, this pattern holds through the weekend. Expect highs in the low to mid 80s each day with passing showers and those persistent easterly winds. We're gaining about a minute of daylight daily now, with sunrise at 6:42 and sunset at 6:32. For the extended outlook, check the latest forecast as confidence improves. That's your forecast — we'll be back tomorrow.

Good evening. Puerto Rico. I'm Aaron Jolly. Step outside right now and you'll feel it immediately. That wind has some attitude tonight. A strong high pressure system sitting over the western Atlantic is pumping trade winds right across the islands. Gusts are clipping the lower 30s in spots. It's 79 degrees, partly cloudy. And honestly. It feels alive out there. In the next 24 hours. So what does this setup mean for your Wednesday? Rain. But not everywhere equally. Mayaguez takes the biggest hit. Showers roll in after 9 A.M. With rain likely right through midday. High of 85 degrees. Tonight out west is actually gorgeous though. Clear skies, low near 70 degrees. Over in metro San Juan, scattered showers linger tonight. You sleep at 76 degrees. Tomorrow brings rain chances, especially around 9 A.M. High reaches 80 degrees with gusts still pushing 24 miles an hour. Now the south coast tells a different story. Ponce starts tonight mostly clear, dropping to 73 degrees. Tomorrow? That southern heat cranks up to 87 degrees. Afternoon showers are possible but not a sure thing. Folks, here's the serious part. Rip current risk goes high Wednesday morning along north and east facing beaches. Luquillo. Carolina, the whole north coast. Stay out of that water through Thursday night. Small Craft Advisories are up for most waters too. The ocean isn't your friend this week. One beautiful detail tonight. Full moon overhead. And we're gaining daylight. Sunrise at 6:43 A.M., sunset at 6:32 P.M. Spring equinox is barely two weeks away. Looking ahead, trade winds keep blowing through the weekend. Quick passing showers each day, nothing that parks over you. Highs hold in the low to mid 80s. By next Tuesday things start drying out noticeably. Charge your phone, set that alarm. And enjoy that moonlight tonight. For the extended outlook, check the latest forecast as confidence improves. That's your forecast — we'll be back tomorrow.

Good morning. Puerto Rico. I'm Aaron Jolly. That big high pressure system parked over the western Atlantic? It's acting like a giant fan today. It's pushing trade winds across the island at a steady clip, gusting to 25 miles an hour. Step outside and you'll feel it immediately. 82 degrees right now under partly cloudy skies, but that breeze keeps things honest. In the next 24 hours. Now the wind is only half the story. Moisture riding in on those trades means showers are building tonight, especially across the north side. San Juan, your rain chances climb through the evening. Showers peak around 3 A.M. Low near 76 degrees. Tomorrow stays partly sunny, high around 81, with passing showers tagging along. Slide down to the southern coast and it's a completely different vibe. Ponce is soaking up sunshine and pushing 88 degrees this afternoon. Tonight clears out beautifully with a low of 73. Wednesday? More of the same warm, sunny goodness. Over in Mayaguez, isolated showers taper off before 9 P.M. Then skies open up, lows dip to a comfortable 71. Tomorrow afternoon the showers return after noon, high near 85. Now. Ocean safety. This is the part that matters. Rip current risk is moderate today, but it jumps to high Wednesday morning along north and east facing beaches. Strong trades plus incoming swells equals dangerous surf through Thursday night. Small Craft Advisories are up for most waters. Respect the ocean this week. One more flag. Fire danger is elevated across southern Puerto Rico. Low humidity plus gusty winds means any spark travels fast. Skip the outdoor burning. Looking ahead, breezy conditions stick around all week. Showers get more frequent Wednesday through Saturday. Temperatures barely budge. Low 80s by day, low 70s at night. Drier air finally sneaks back in early next week. Oh. And tonight's full moon rises right at sunset. Spring equinox is just two weeks out. Charge your phone before bed tonight. Those 3 A.M. Showers might knock out power in spots. For the extended outlook, check the latest forecast as confidence improves. That's your forecast — we'll be back tomorrow.

Good morning. Puerto Rico. I'm Aaron Jolly. Step outside right now and you'll feel 74 degrees with a gentle breeze. but here's the thing. That breeze is about to get bossy. A massive high pressure system sitting over the central Atlantic is cranking up the pressure gradient across our region. Translation? Wind is the story all week long. In the next 24 hours. Scattered showers are already organizing to the east. and they're heading our way. Metro San Juan, rain rolls in around 7 A.M. and sticks around through late morning. Fifty-fifty chance means toss that umbrella in the car for the commute. You'll hit 82 degrees with east winds gusting to 25 miles an hour. Tonight, showers come and go with a low around 75. Down south to Ponce and the southern coast, you're the hot spot today. Climbing to 88 degrees. Showers fire up mid-morning and linger through the afternoon. Tonight clears out nicely, dropping to 73. Out west. Mayaguez and the western coast get a later start. Rain holds off until after noon, peaking around 3 P.M. Highs reach 85 degrees. Tonight brings clearing skies and a cooler 69 degrees. The week ahead? That breezy pattern isn't going anywhere. Winds strengthen midweek as another high builds in. Expect passing showers almost daily — mornings along windward areas, afternoons inland. Highs stay low to mid-80s, lows in the low 70s. By the weekend, rip current risk climbs along north and east-facing beaches. One quick note. We're gaining over a minute of daylight today. Sunrise at 6:44, sunset at 6:32. Spring equinox is just eighteen days out. For the extended outlook, check the latest forecast as confidence improves. That's your forecast — we'll be back tomorrow.

Good morning. Puerto Rico. I'm Aaron Jolly. The Azores High is cranking up the breeze machine today. That big Atlantic high-pressure system is pumping southeast winds across the island. and it's dragging moisture with it. We're starting at 74 degrees under mainly clear skies, but don't let that fool you. In the next 24 hours. Metro San Juan wakes up to scattered showers before 9 A.M. Then the sun muscles through. You'll hit 82 degrees with east-southeast winds gusting to 26 miles an hour. Tonight? More showers drift in under mostly cloudy skies. Lows hold steady at 75 degrees. Head down south to Ponce and the southern coast. You're heating up to 88 degrees. Just a slight chance of an isolated shower before 3 P.M. Winds gust as high as 31 miles an hour down there — hold onto your hat. Tonight brings a few spotty showers with lows near 73 degrees. Out west in Mayaguez, scattered showers pop up around midday with a high of 86 degrees. Winds stay calmer at 7 to 12 miles an hour. Tonight turns clear and cooler, dropping to 69 degrees. Tomorrow the moisture surge arrives. Rain chances jump island-wide. Temperatures stay warm — 82 in San Juan, 88 in the south, 85 in the west. Here's your week ahead. Breezy to windy conditions persist straight through Saturday. Winds actually strengthen by midweek. Expect passing showers each day, especially mornings and afternoons. They'll move fast thanks to those gusty winds. In Beach warning, moderate rip current risk continues all week, increasing to high risk by late week. Skip unguarded beaches. One bright spot — we're gaining over a minute of daylight each day now. Spring equinox is just two and a half weeks away. That's your forecast — we'll be back tomorrow. For the extended outlook, check the latest forecast as confidence improves. Stay safe, stay prepared. and enjoy the day.

Good morning. Maine. I'm DJ Huzz. The Azores High is running the show today. This massive high-pressure system parked over the Atlantic is cranking up our winds and pumping warmer air across the island. You'll feel those east-southeast breezes gusting to 25 miles an hour. and they're bringing fast-moving showers along for the ride. In the next 24 hours. Metro San Juan starts mainly clear at 74 degrees. Scattered rain showers roll in after 9 A.M. As temps climb to 83 degrees. Tonight brings more passing showers and a mild low of 75 degrees. Down south. Ponce and the southern coast claim the heat prize. We're talking 87 degrees this afternoon with just isolated showers after 3 P.M. but tonight the pattern shifts. Showers become more likely after 9 P.M., peaking around 3 A.M. Lows dip to 72 degrees. Out west. Mayaguez and the western coast hit 85 degrees under sunny skies. Isolated showers arrive after 3 P.M. Tonight clears out with lows around 69 degrees — the coolest spot on the island. Sunday looks gorgeous with full sunshine and highs in the low to mid 80s. Monday brings shower chances back. By midweek, winds really kick up and we could see thunderstorms over western Puerto Rico. Temperatures stay warm in the low 80s. One important note if you're beach bound. A moderate rip current risk persists through the weekend. Those breezy winds create hazardous swimming conditions, especially along exposed beaches. Check conditions before you dive in. In Sunrise this morning was at 6, 45. Sunset tonight at 6:31. We're gaining over a minute of daylight each day now — spring equinox is just 20 days away. That's your forecast — we'll be back tomorrow. For the extended outlook, check the latest forecast as confidence improves. Stay safe, stay prepared. and enjoy the day.

Good morning! I'm Aaron Jolly. And welcome to the Puerto Rico Weather Podcast — it's Thursday, February 26th. Step outside right now and you're wrapped in 74 degrees under a gray blanket of clouds. Feels nice. But those trade winds are stirring. And they're about to make their presence known. Metro San Juan deals with scattered showers all morning into the afternoon. You'll hit 81 degrees with east winds gusting to 25 miles an hour. More showers roll in after 9 P.M. tonight, with lows around 75. Head south to Ponce and the southern coast. And it's a completely different day. Pure sunshine. Highs climb to 88 degrees this afternoon. Just a slight rain chance after noon. Those easterly gusts hit 29 miles an hour down there. Now push west. Thunderstorms fire up around noon and stick around through 8 P.M. Highs reach 86 degrees, with storm chances peaking at 50 percent this afternoon. Here's the serious part. A Red Flag Warning kicks in at 11 A.M. and runs through 5 P.M. for the southwest coastal plains. Critical fire weather conditions mean any spark becomes a wildfire. Zero outdoor burning today. And about those beaches.. A High Surf Advisory continues through Friday morning from Rincon to Fajardo. Breaking waves hit 10 to 13 feet. Life-threatening rip currents are expected. Stay out of the water. Your five-day outlook: Friday brings the wettest conditions with possible thunderstorms. Temperatures hold in the low to mid 80s. The weekend dries out some, then shower chances climb again Monday and Tuesday. Breezy trade winds stick with us throughout. One bright spot — we're gaining over a minute of daylight today. Sunrise at 6:47 A.M., sunset at 6:30 P.M. Spring equinox is three weeks out. If you're heading to the southwest coast today, take that fire warning seriously. That's your forecast — we'll be back tomorrow.

Good morning! I'm Aaron Jolly. And welcome to the Puerto Rico Weather Podcast — it's Wednesday, February 25th. Step outside and you'll feel those trade winds already kicking in. We're at 73 degrees under clear skies, but that easterly breeze is about to bring company. Metro San Juan gets scattered showers rolling through from 9 A.M. to 11 P.M. Peak chance hits around 9 A.M. this morning, then they taper off. You'll climb from 75 degrees at 7 A.M. to 81 degrees by noon. East winds steady at 10 to 20 miles an hour, gusting to 20 around midday. Tonight holds at 75 degrees with lingering showers. Thursday brings another high of 81 with scattered rain. Head south and the heat cranks up. Southern Puerto Rico hits 88 degrees around 1 P.M. — that's serious warmth. Showers develop 9 A.M. to 8 P.M. with a 30 percent chance. Winds gust to 18 miles an hour around 1 P.M. Tonight cools to 72 degrees. Thursday looks drier with just isolated showers. Over in western Puerto Rico, thunderstorms are the story. They fire up noon to 8 P.M., peaking at 60 percent around noon. High of 85 degrees around 1 P.M., then cooling to 69 degrees by 4 A.M. Steady east winds around 7 miles an hour. Now the serious part.. High Surf Advisory and Rip Current Statement through Friday. Breaking waves reach 10 feet or higher along north-facing beaches. Ocean Park, Piñones, Luquillo, Aguadilla — dangerous conditions. Stay out of the water. The week ahead keeps those breezy trade winds rolling. Highs hold low to mid 80s through the weekend. Monday brings more widespread showers with a 50 percent chance. We're gaining over a minute of daylight each day — spring equinox just three weeks out. If you're hitting the beaches this week, skip the north shore. Those waves aren't playing around. That's your forecast — we'll be back tomorrow.

Good morning! I'm Aaron Jolly. And welcome to the Puerto Rico Weather Podcast — it's Tuesday, February 24th. Step outside and you'll feel that sticky 70 degrees clinging to your skin. But here's the thing.. Where you're on this island today decides whether you're dodging thunderstorms or just a few showers. And if you're near the water? The drama's just getting started. Metro San Juan wakes up sunny, but by 9 A.M., scattered showers roll in. They'll hang around all day, peaking near midnight with a coin flip chance of rain. Winds shift east around 10 A.M., pulling in that moisture. You'll hit 81 degrees around noon before cooling to 74 by early Wednesday. Head south and the heat cranks up. Southern Puerto Rico hits 86 degrees by 1 P.M., with afternoon showers arriving earlier but tapering off by 5 P.M. Lows tonight drop to a balmy 72, with just a slight chance of sprinkles before 3 A.M. Now Western Puerto Rico? That's where the fireworks are. Thunderstorms explode between noon and 8 P.M., peaking at 70 percent around 3 P.M. Expect one to two inches of rain in spots — enough for ponding on roads and maybe minor flooding in low areas. Highs top out at 84, then drop to 69 by 4 A.M. The National Weather Service is watching this closely. If you're hitting the beach, hold off. That northwesterly swell arrives late tonight, bringing hazardous surf and life threatening rip currents Wednesday through Friday. Western drivers, watch for sudden downpours this afternoon. Turn your headlights on and never drive through flooded roads. The week ahead? Wednesday brings more scattered showers, especially in the west, with a drying trend by Thursday. Friday through Monday, we settle into that classic trade wind pattern — breezy easterlies, morning showers in the east, afternoon pop ups near El Yunque. Highs stay mid 80s, lows low 70s. Classic Puerto Rico — three different weather worlds in one island. That's your forecast — we'll be back tomorrow.

Good morning! I'm Aaron Jolly. And welcome to the Puerto Rico Weather Podcast — it's Monday, February 23rd. Seventy-one degrees right now with clear skies. Feels like summer, right? Don't get too comfortable. A storm system is tracking our way. And by Wednesday, things get messy. Metro San Juan climbs to 83 degrees by noon. Scattered showers roll in after 9 A.M., with the best chance between 3 P.M. And 5 P.M. Winds stay light from the southeast around 7 miles an hour. Tonight, isolated showers linger after midnight. Lows near 74. Head south and it's a different story. Southern Puerto Rico hits 91 degrees by 1 P.M. That's well above normal for late February. Brief showers possible between noon and 2 P.M., then skies clear tonight. Lows drop to 73 by 4 A.M. Western Puerto Rico mirrors the metro. Sunny until scattered showers arrive after noon. Highs hit 86 degrees around 1 P.M. Winds gust to 16 miles an hour by 2 P.M. Tonight turns clear and cooler, with lows near 71. Now here's the big story. Rain chances double by Tuesday. Wednesday brings widespread showers and thunderstorms. Flooding becomes a real concern, especially in central Puerto Rico. And for beachgoers.. A long-period northwesterly swell arrives Wednesday, bringing life-threatening rip currents and high surf through Friday. Northern and western coasts will be especially dangerous. Looking ahead: Tuesday brings 50 percent rain chances in San Juan, 70 percent out west. Wednesday is the wettest day with gusty east winds to 22 miles an hour. Thursday and Friday keep showers around, but conditions slowly improve. The weekend finally brings drier air, sunny skies. And highs in the mid-80s. Sunrise today is at 6:49 A.M., sunset at 6:29 P.M. Stay weather aware this week, folks. That's your forecast — we'll be back tomorrow.

Good morning! I'm Aaron Jolly. And welcome to the Puerto Rico Weather Podcast — it's Sunday, February 22nd. Folks, we're waking up to 72 degrees under clear skies, but the island's playing favorites today. The south is cranking up the heat while the west stays calm and San Juan gets a late-day splash. Metro San Juan starts sunny, but keep an eye on the clock. Between 6 P.M. And 8 P.M., isolated showers roll through. You'll hit 83 degrees right around noon. Winds gust to 15 miles an hour by 11 A.M., so lock down those patio chairs. Now head south and it's a different beast. Temperatures soar to 90 degrees by 1 P.M. — that's full-on summer territory. Scattered showers show up from 3 P.M. To 5 P.M., peaking around 40 percent at 3 P.M. Gusts hit 15 miles an hour midmorning. It's hot, humid. And a little moody down there. Over in the west, you're getting the calm side of the story. Highs reach 87 degrees around 1 P.M. No rain, just steady east winds at 6 miles an hour. If you're planning outdoor time, this is your zone. Monday brings scattered showers islandwide. By Wednesday, thunderstorms fire up in the west as a frontal boundary settles in. That unsettled pattern sticks around through Friday. Saturday finally dries out, but breezy east winds hang on. Beach heads-up: moderate rip current risk today along north and east-facing beaches. Wednesday brings a long-period swell with life-threatening conditions. Stay sharp if you're near the water. Sunrise at 6:49 A.M., sunset at 6:29 P.M. — we're gaining daylight. Air quality is excellent, perfect for getting outside. Quick favor — if this forecast helped you plan your day, share it with a friend who could use the heads-up. That's your forecast — we'll be back tomorrow.

Good morning! I'm Aaron Jolly, and welcome to the Puerto Rico Weather Podcast. It's Saturday, February 17th. Folks, the island is running two completely different programs today. The south is cranking the thermostat to 90 degrees. Meanwhile, the west is eyeing some rain clouds like they owe it money. Here's the deal. Down in Metro San Juan, you're waking up to 83 degrees. Easterly winds between 8 and 16 miles an hour keep things breezy. There's a slight chance of a passing shower, but nothing to cancel your plans over. Tonight stays toasty. Lows hang in the upper 70s. Now head south and it's a different beast. 90 degrees under mostly sunny skies. That's the kind of heat where your steering wheel becomes a weapon. Light easterly breezes between 5 and 15 miles an hour barely take the edge off. Overnight only dips to the mid 70s. Over in the west, things get interesting. You'll hit 86 degrees, but about half the region could see real showers. Winds stay light and variable. If you're heading to Rincón, you'll want to keep an eye on the sky. Sunrise hit at 6:32 this morning. Sunset comes at 5:20. We're gaining nearly 3 minutes of daylight, and honestly, I'll take every second. Air quality sits moderate, so sensitive groups might feel it. And that waxing crescent moon tonight? Only 26 percent lit. Perfect for stargazing if the clouds cooperate. Here's your heads up for the week ahead. Scattered showers stick around through Monday, especially out west. Temperatures hold steady. Mid 80s across the north, flirting with 90 in the south. By midweek, drier air sneaks in, but the humidity? She's not going anywhere. Classic February in Puerto Rico. One more thing. If this forecast helped you plan your Saturday, share it with a friend. It really does help us grow. Stay safe out there. That's your forecast — we'll be back tomorrow.