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Rain in August in Culebra
Culebra, Puerto Rico
Author: valerie nyc (---.cable.mindspring.com)
Date:   07-23-11 08:57

Hello everyone,

It´s good to be on this forum. I have been reading it for a couple of years, and now, finally, it seems I will make it to Culebra!

Me and my friend are planning a trip to Culebra in August (8/8-8/20) and I would highly appreciate getting some feedback from those who have been there several times or actually live there (even better). I know it is hurricane season but I have read that most wet/rainy months are May, October and November. Is that right? But there´s still the hurricane talk. The last one that hit the island was in 1998 with minimal damage but what can you guys tell us? How does this season usually turn out in the islands? How is the weather and how can it affect the island?
Our main concern, however, is the rain. On a scale of 1 to 10, where would you set the probability of raining during a 13 day stay in August? Could you or is it a complete lottery? And what sort of rain are we talking about? Monsoon/Asia-like, very heavy rain or quick rain-sunshine-light rain again-sunshine again sort of thing? How much could the August summer rain spoil outdoor activities and usually for how long? Basically, is it worth risking a trip from Europe or is the probability of getting stranded (due to the rain) inside your hotel/inn or hanging at the local joint for days & nights way too high?
I´m so sorry for asking these (certainly silly for you) questions. I know you have been asked time and again but we really need to know. We would enormously appreciate your best possible answer, the sooner the better as we must book our tickets asap!

Thanks a bunch from NYC and Barcelona!

Signed: The totally clueless New Yorker! lol
aka valpnyc

valpnyc

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Re: Rain in August in Culebra
Culebra, Puerto Rico
Author: Doug (---.dsl.stlsmo.swbell.net)
Date:   07-23-11 15:01

I think it's my week to take the rain questions.

Darlin', let me begin by saying that the entire planet is in the midst of a climatic grand mal seizure. Some of us even believe that we humans have brought this on ourselves. Use your best judgement to decide. At any rate, Culebra isn't immune to this unpredictable anomaly.

The reason they call June-October hurricane season is that conditions for hurricanes exist during these months. I've yet to hear of a dry hurricane, so if one occurs, it'll likely rain, quite hard, for 2-4 days.

Finally, Culebra is in the tropics and no matter the time of year, there is a likelihood that a shower will pop up and rain for a spell, followed by long periods of hot sunshine. Of all my visits, probably totaling 150 days, I've only had it fail to rain maybe 20 days and only had it rain all day a like number. I personally treasure the opportunity to enjoy my book on the veranda while nursing my coffee or Presidente with the cool showers nurturing the bougainvillea and greening up the hillsides for my postcard photos. Usually within an hour or so, the sun is burning bright somewhere on the island.

Hoe this helps,
Doug

PS...don't forget that the tropical sun will make very short work of unprotected skin. Trust me on this.

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Re: Rain in August in Culebra
Culebra, Puerto Rico
Author: palmettoculebra (67.224.228.---)
Date:   07-23-11 15:01

Good afternoon,
August is smack in the middle of the rainy season. As mentioned (without the stats-& the stats were Fajardo's, so sometimes that makes a difference-so close, yet so far...), the rainiest months are from Aug.-Nov.

Having said that, during the rainy season it rains most days or nights. Often, during the rainy season the rain is heavy & short. However it can be for longer periods, too.

As per above, there is really no way to predict the rain &/or hurricanes with great accuracy, however I'd concur with the advice of purchasing trip insurance. Although, if the rain is going to ruin your holiday, it may be best to choose another time or destination.

Best,
Terrie
Palmetto GH, Culebra

http://www.palmettoculebra.com/

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Re: Rain in August in Culebra
Culebra, Puerto Rico
Author: palmettoculebra (67.224.228.---)
Date:   07-23-11 15:03

Sorry-I'd pasted my reply from a response in Trip Advisor to the same question-hence the "references" made to stats/other posts. ...but you get the gist :)

http://www.palmettoculebra.com/

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Re: Rain in August in Culebra
Culebra, Puerto Rico
Author: valerie nyc (---.cable.mindspring.com)
Date:   07-23-11 20:25

Thank you, folks.

" I personally treasure the opportunity to enjoy my book on the veranda while nursing my coffee or Presidente with the cool showers nurturing the bougainvillea and greening up the hillsides for my postcard photos. Usually within an hour or so, the sun is burning bright somewhere on the island".

@Doug- That summed it up perfectly. I have been to the Caribbean several times, spent long stretches of time in the tropics, but haven´t been there in several years. I left my heart somewhere around in the area and can absolutely relate to what you described in your post. You just helped me get over my concern and let things be. Sure, it´ll rain, but then I´ll be lazily enjoy something else on this amazingly beautiful and tranquil island, and get back to the sun later. What´s wrong with that? I´m not so sure my friend agrees but, I´ll be there soon! Thanks!

valpnyc

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Re: Rain in August in Culebra
Culebra, Puerto Rico
Author: Doug (---.148.130.146.nw.nuvox.net)
Date:   07-25-11 16:02

;-)

Glad you 'get it'. Bet your friend will, too! Enjoy!

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Re: Rain in August in Culebra
Culebra, Puerto Rico
Author: Geronimo (---.customer.broadstripe.net)
Date:   07-26-11 10:54

I just recently returned from Culebra and enjoyed a cloudy day here and there to get out of the blazing sun. Trust me it is HOT there this time of year. On a sunny day you can almost hear your skin frying. But the water was oh so warm and inviting. Also the winds will be down so the ocean is very calm and clear. And as far as hurricanes go, you will have at least a weeks notice (unless you live in New Orleans). It rained a few times but when it rains, Mamacita's pours.

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