What’s the climate like in the Dominican Republic?
The current climate of the Dominican Republic features average monthly temperatures ranging from highs of 32°C during the day to lows of 28°C. The average yearly temperature is around 31°C. At night, temperatures in the colder months average around 22°C and in the warmer months around 26°C.
The highest temperature recorded in the Dominican Republic in recent years was 57°C in July 2020. The lowest daytime temperature recorded was 24°C in March 2017.
On average, the Dominican Republic receives 1092 mm of precipitation each year. For comparison, UK gets 701 mm of precipitation annually.
The hurricane season in Dominican Republic runs from June to November.
The climate of the Dominican Republic is based on weather data from . Other spots, like Puerto Plata, Bávaro or Santo Domingo, might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in the Dominican Republic for a full picture of the climate.
Best time to visit the Dominican Republic?
The best time to go for a sun holiday to the Dominican Republic is January through October and December. During this period, you'll have good temperatures and not too much rain, making it a great time to visit the Dominican Republic. In the other months of the year, there's too much rain or the temperature isn't ideal for a visit if you want sunny and pleasant weather.
Climate Table of the Dominican Republic
The climate table of the Dominican Republic shows the average temperatures, precipitation, and UV index per month. The table gives an overview of the average day and night temperatures in degrees Celsius, the total amount of precipitation in millimetres, the total snowfall in centimetres, and the UV index for each month. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
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| Temp. max (°C) | 28 | 29 | 29 | 30 | 30 | 31 | 32 | 31 | 31 | 31 | 30 | 29 |
| Temp. min (°C) | 23 | 23 | 23 | 23 | 25 | 25 | 26 | 26 | 25 | 25 | 24 | 24 |
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| Precipitation (mm) | 92 | 112 | 54 | 61 | 119 | 81 | 72 | 118 | 94 | 82 | 136 | 71 |
| UV Index | 7 | 8 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 8 | 8 | 7 | 7 |
Click on the month name to see more weather details, like daily averages, temperatures, and precipitation for the past years in that month.
- Average yearly temperature: 31°C
- Highest temperature: 32°C in July
- Lowest temperature: 28°C in January
- Precipitation: 1092 mm per year, averaging 91 mm per month
- Driest months: 54 mm in March, 61 mm in April and 71 mm in December
- Wettest months: 136 mm in November, 119 mm in May and 118 mm in August
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Average Temperature per Month in the Dominican Republic
This graph shows the average maximum temperatures per month in the Dominican Republic. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and the average is calculated based on the recorded temperatures per month from past years.
Average Precipitation per Month in the Dominican Republic
This graph shows how much precipitation the Dominican Republic gets on average per month. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail. This makes it easy to compare how much has fallen, regardless of the form of precipitation. The amount of precipitation is measured in millimetres and the average is calculated based on the recorded precipitation per month from past years.
Average UV Index per Month in the Dominican Republic
This graph shows the average UV index per month in the Dominican Republic. The UV index indicates the intensity of ultraviolet radiation and ranges from 0 to a maximum of 11.
Yearly Temperature in the Dominican Republic
This graph shows the average yearly temperature in the Dominican Republic. The yearly temperature, expressed in degrees Celsius, is the average of all twelve monthly temperatures summed up for that year.
Total Yearly Precipitation in the Dominican Republic
This chart shows the total yearly precipitation in the Dominican Republic over the past few years. The total yearly precipitation, measured in millimetres, is the sum of all the rain that fell in the twelve months of that year.
Weather experiences in the Dominican Republic
The weather in the Dominican Republic is rated an average of 4,1 out of 5 stars by 10 visitors. Have you been to the Dominican Republic? Share your weather experience to help other visitors.
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Showers do fall, but are often short and strong. Then the sun comes out again and beautiful, warm days begin. Perfect for a tropical getaway!— This text is automatically translated to English
It rained for a few days, but otherwise it was pleasantly warm, averaging about 28 degrees. Good chance of sunny days and warm evenings.— This text is automatically translated to English
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There were some brief tropical showers, but they passed quickly and were refreshing. I thought everything was fine.— This text is automatically translated to English
It is warm and feels like summer, but expect regular showers. It is a constant battle between sun and rain. Not ideal for people just looking for sunshine.— This text is automatically translated to English
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Bright blue skies and lovely temperatures around 30 degrees. I thoroughly enjoyed the warm sea. 5-star sunshine holiday. Nothing but blue skies and brilliant sunlight. Lovely weather to lie on the beach and enjoy the breathtaking ocean.— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average Weather in the Dominican Republic by Month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for the Dominican Republic. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
