Lying in the Atlantic Ocean, between the Dominican Republic and the Virgin Islands, the American island of Puerto Rico maintains its European roots with its primary language of Spanish and old European architecture. The area enjoys a tropical climate which means year round hot weather but high chances of rain and storms during the usual summer months.
Temperatures in Puerto Rico in October range from 22 to 31 degrees celsius. The water is a toasty 29 degrees, the highest it reaches all year, but October is hurricane season on the island and heavy rainfall of 6.9 inches is expected. Humidity is very high in October due to the hot weather and heavy rain.
No matter what the weather, a tour of the area on horse back can be arranged through Pintos "R" Us in Rincón who are happy to take visitors for a trek come rain or shine. Tour groups are small and intimate and each venture takes visitors along the beautiful Rincón beaches for two hours of horseback riding.
For a day trip, nearby Ponce on the south coast, is home to the HaciendaPomarrosa plantation, which tourists can do tours of. October is a great time to visit the plantation as the coffee is harvested manually between September and December. Tourists may even be able to see the harvesters at work.
The HotelBelgica in Ponce is full of history and an old world charm. Some rooms feature small balconies overlooking the city below, for just £56 per night.
