Normal weather for Puerto Plata in August
It's hot in August in Puerto Plata with an average temperature of 33°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 32°C to a high of 34°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 23°C and 24°C.
In August, there is an average of 85 mm of precipitation, spread over 11 days. The wind speed is around 5 Bft, mostly coming from the East.
The water temperature at Puerto Plata is 30°C this month. It’s really warm, perfect for a swim.
August is a great month to be in Puerto Plata for sunny weather. You’ll get high temperatures and not too much rain this month.
Puerto Plata in August |
London | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
33°C | 22°C | |
 High Temp |
34°C | 24°C | |
| Low Temp |
32°C | 19°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
85 mm | 60 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
11 days | 10 days | |
The UV index is a maximum of 9 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
The hurricane season in Puerto Plata runs from June to November.
Start of August
The month of August starts in Puerto Plata with hot temperatures, averaging around 34°C during the day and nights close to 24°C. A few showers might pop up in the first days of the month, but the weather remains mostly sunny and dry.
Mid-August
By mid-August, the average daytime temperature drops to around 33°C, with nights close to 24°C. There might be a few showers during this period, but plenty of dry days with sunshine too.
End of August
By the end of August, the average daytime temperature in Puerto Plata will be around 33°C, with nights close to 24°C. A shower might show up, but overall the weather will be dry and sunny.
Temperature records
With 37°C, Puerto Plata hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in August 2019. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 27°C in 2014. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of 18°C to a high of 26°C.
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Daily Temperature in August in Puerto Plata
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in August in Puerto Plata, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Daily Precipitation in August in Puerto Plata
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in August for Puerto Plata, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for August, you can expect around 11 days of rain in Puerto Plata.
Daily UV Index in August in Puerto Plata
This chart shows the average daily UV index in August in Puerto Plata, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in August in Puerto Plata Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in August in Puerto Plata, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in August in Puerto Plata Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in August in Puerto Plata, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Daily climate in August for Puerto Plata
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Average Weather in Puerto Plata by Month
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