City, Dominican Republic
Puerto Plata weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Puerto Plata
Dec–Apr is dry and warm, with the most visitors. May–Nov is hotter and wetter, with hurricane risk Aug–Oct.
Puerto Plata weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan27°50 mm
- Feb27°29 mm
- Mar27°39 mm
- Apr28°46 mm
- May28°78 mm
- Jun29°50 mm
- Jul29°57 mm
- Aug30°66 mm
- Sep30°76 mm
- Oct30°80 mm
- Nov28°99 mm
- Dec27°54 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 27°C80°F | 23°C74°F | 50 mm | 78% | Pleasant |
| February | 27°C80°F | 23°C74°F | 29 mm | 78% | Pleasant |
| March | 27°C80°F | 23°C74°F | 39 mm | 77% | Pleasant |
| April | 28°C82°F | 24°C75°F | 46 mm | 78% | Pleasant |
| May | 28°C83°F | 25°C77°F | 78 mm | 80% | Pleasant |
| June | 29°C85°F | 26°C79°F | 50 mm | 81% | Pleasant |
| July | 29°C85°F | 26°C80°F | 57 mm | 81% | Pleasant |
| August | 30°C85°F | 27°C80°F | 66 mm | 81% | Pleasant |
| September | 30°C86°F | 27°C80°F | 76 mm | 80% | Pleasant |
| October | 30°C85°F | 26°C79°F | 80 mm | 80% | Pleasant |
| November | 28°C83°F | 25°C78°F | 99 mm | 79% | Pleasant |
| December | 27°C81°F | 24°C76°F | 54 mm | 79% | Pleasant |
Best months across Dominican Republic
| Place | Best months | Warmest month |
|---|---|---|
| Punta Cana | Dec–Apr | Sep (29°C) |
| Santo Domingo | Dec–Apr | Aug (32°C) |
| Cabarete | Dec–May | Sep (30°C) |
| Las Terrenas | Dec–Apr | Sep (29°C) |
| Puerto Plata | Dec–Apr | Sep (30°C) |
| La Romana | Dec–Apr | Aug (32°C) |
| Sosúa | Dec–Apr | Sep (30°C) |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Puerto Plata?
Dec–Apr. Dec–Apr is dry and warm, with the most visitors. May–Nov is hotter and wetter, with hurricane risk Aug–Oct.
When is the rainy season in Puerto Plata?
Rain peaks in November with about 99 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in Puerto Plata?
September, with average highs of 30°C (86°F).
How cold does Puerto Plata get?
The coolest nights are in February, averaging 23°C (74°F).
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Sources
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.