Beach town in La Altagracia, Dominican Republic
Punta Cana weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Punta Cana
Dec–Apr is dry and breezy, and the busiest and priciest. May–Nov is hotter and wetter, with hurricane risk peaking Aug–Oct; Sargassum seaweed varies by year.
Punta Cana weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan26°38 mm
- Feb26°26 mm
- Mar26°26 mm
- Apr26°46 mm
- May27°75 mm
- Jun28°50 mm
- Jul28°55 mm
- Aug29°67 mm
- Sep29°74 mm
- Oct29°68 mm
- Nov28°79 mm
- Dec27°46 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 26°C79°F | 25°C78°F | 38 mm | 77% | Pleasant |
| February | 26°C79°F | 25°C77°F | 26 mm | 77% | Pleasant |
| March | 26°C78°F | 25°C77°F | 26 mm | 78% | Pleasant |
| April | 26°C80°F | 26°C78°F | 46 mm | 80% | Pleasant |
| May | 27°C81°F | 26°C80°F | 75 mm | 81% | Pleasant |
| June | 28°C83°F | 27°C81°F | 50 mm | 81% | Pleasant |
| July | 28°C83°F | 28°C82°F | 55 mm | 81% | Pleasant |
| August | 29°C84°F | 28°C82°F | 67 mm | 80% | Pleasant |
| September | 29°C84°F | 28°C82°F | 74 mm | 80% | Pleasant |
| October | 29°C83°F | 28°C82°F | 68 mm | 79% | Pleasant |
| November | 28°C82°F | 27°C81°F | 79 mm | 78% | Pleasant |
| December | 27°C81°F | 26°C79°F | 46 mm | 77% | 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 Punta Cana?
Dec–Apr. Dec–Apr is dry and breezy, and the busiest and priciest. May–Nov is hotter and wetter, with hurricane risk peaking Aug–Oct; Sargassum seaweed varies by year.
When is the rainy season in Punta Cana?
Rain peaks in November with about 79 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in Punta Cana?
September, with average highs of 29°C (84°F).
How cold does Punta Cana get?
The coolest nights are in February, averaging 25°C (77°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 Spotted something out of date?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.