Capital city in National District, Dominican Republic
Santo Domingo weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Santo Domingo
Dec–Apr is drier and a little cooler. May–Nov is hot, humid and wetter, with hurricane risk Aug–Oct; Carnival peaks in February.
Santo Domingo weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan29°24 mm
- Feb30°21 mm
- Mar30°22 mm
- Apr31°40 mm
- May31°68 mm
- Jun31°48 mm
- Jul32°55 mm
- Aug32°68 mm
- Sep32°60 mm
- Oct31°64 mm
- Nov30°68 mm
- Dec30°42 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 29°C85°F | 21°C70°F | 24 mm | 75% | Pleasant |
| February | 30°C86°F | 21°C70°F | 21 mm | 72% | Pleasant |
| March | 30°C87°F | 22°C71°F | 22 mm | 70% | Pleasant |
| April | 31°C88°F | 23°C73°F | 40 mm | 71% | Pleasant |
| May | 31°C88°F | 24°C75°F | 68 mm | 75% | Hot & humid |
| June | 31°C88°F | 25°C77°F | 48 mm | 76% | Hot & humid |
| July | 32°C89°F | 25°C77°F | 55 mm | 76% | Hot & humid |
| August | 32°C89°F | 25°C77°F | 68 mm | 77% | Hot & humid |
| September | 32°C89°F | 25°C77°F | 60 mm | 77% | Hot & humid |
| October | 31°C88°F | 25°C76°F | 64 mm | 79% | Hot & humid |
| November | 30°C87°F | 23°C74°F | 68 mm | 78% | Pleasant |
| December | 30°C85°F | 22°C72°F | 42 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 Santo Domingo?
Dec–Apr. Dec–Apr is drier and a little cooler. May–Nov is hot, humid and wetter, with hurricane risk Aug–Oct; Carnival peaks in February.
When is the rainy season in Santo Domingo?
Rain peaks in May with about 68 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in Santo Domingo?
August, with average highs of 32°C (89°F).
How cold does Santo Domingo get?
The coolest nights are in January, averaging 21°C (70°F).
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Sources
- NASA POWER climatology (2001–2020)
- Metro de Santo Domingo (OPRET)
- Dominican Republic Ministry of Tourism
- CEDIMAT
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. Temperatures are adjusted by 0.7°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.