The mountainous island of Puerto Rico in the northeastern Caribbean enjoys high temperatures all year round. Winter tends to be a lot drier than the island's summer months, so it's no wonder so many tourists flock to the island each year for some winter sun.
November sees temperatures of 21 to 30 degrees celsius - unimaginable for November back home in the UK. Rainfall is remarkably high, with 19 wet days and around 7.1 inches of rainfall. This isn't unusual, however, as November is still hurricane season. As always, the tropical climate means high humidity.
November is a perfect time to soak up a bit of Puerto Rican culture. On 19th November each year, the appropriately named 'Discovery of Puerto Rico Day' is celebrated throughout the island, commemorating the day the island was discovered by Christopher Columbus back in 1493. The area of Aguada on the west coast of the Puerto Rico really provides a sight not to be missed. A parade route from the town square to Guaniquilla beach is set up, with hundreds of people participating in the walk.
The HotelColumbus is the ideal place to stay at this time of the year. With its central Aguada location, bargain £52 per night rooms and reference to the island's discovery, expect this hotel to be busy around the time of the celebrations.
For even more Puerto Rican culture, visitors should check out one of the best art museums on the island, the MuseodeArtedePonce. There's over 4,500 exhibits dating back to the 9th Century and is an interesting way to spend a rainy afternoon.
Travellers should be sure to end the day with even more culture; drinking culture! The LosBalconesQBar in the HiltonPonce serves up cocktails using only authentic Puerto Rican rum.
