Climate Chart of Punta Cana, Dominican Republic

Monthly data: Temperature °C, Rain (mm), Sunshine (h) · 2013–2023

For Punta Cana, Dominican Republic, the climate data cover 2013–2023. The supplied monthly means describe a consistently warm annual pattern: the coolest monthly mean is February at 24.9 °C, while the highest monthly mean is shared by August / September at 27.6 °C. Rainfall and sunshine also vary by month, so visitors planning around outdoor time may want to consider those patterns separately. These summaries are averages, not a forecast of conditions on any particular day.

Climate Chart: Punta Cana (Dominican Republic)

Climate overview

Temperature

Monthly mean temperatures are warm throughout the year, with the supplied unweighted mean of monthly means at 26.3 °C. The coolest monthly mean occurs in February, at 24.9 °C; this can be a useful reference for visitors who prefer cooler monthly averages, but it does not describe daytime highs or the temperature on every day. The highest monthly mean is shared by August / September, at 27.6 °C. The gap between these reported monthly mean extremes indicates the range in the monthly averages, not the full range of daily temperatures.

Rain

Mean daily rainfall is lowest in March, at 1.69 mm/day. Visitors prioritising lower average rainfall could consider this month, while keeping in mind that a monthly mean does not guarantee dry days or show how often rain occurs. The highest mean daily rainfall is in November, at 5.72 mm/day. This is a useful prompt to allow for rain in outdoor plans and pack suitable protection; the figure is a daily mean, not a monthly total. Across the calendar months, the unweighted mean of the monthly rainfall means is 3.18 mm/day.

Sunshine

Mean daily sunshine reaches its highest monthly average in June, at 11.64 hours/day, and its lowest in November, at 9.56 hours/day. These figures can help with planning outdoor sightseeing around average sunshine duration, but they are not measures of day length or a promise of clear skies. The unweighted mean across the monthly sunshine averages is 10.64 hours/day per day. It provides a broad reference for the year rather than a prediction for any individual date.

Best Travel Time Guide for Punta Cana, Dominican Republic: Ideal Seasons and Weather Insights

For visitors prioritising cooler monthly averages, February is the relevant option: its monthly mean temperature is 24.9 °C. This is a guide to the monthly average, not daytime maximums or a guarantee of cooler conditions throughout a stay. If lower average rainfall is your priority, consider March, when mean daily rainfall is 1.69 mm/day. Rain preparation is still sensible, since this average cannot tell you whether rain will fall on your travel dates or how frequently it occurs. Allow for rain when planning around November, which has the highest mean daily rainfall at 5.72 mm/day; pack suitable protection and keep outdoor plans flexible. This is a daily mean, not a monthly rainfall total.

For outdoor plans shaped around average sunshine duration, June has the highest monthly mean at 11.64 hours/day per day, while November has the lowest at 9.56 hours/day per day. These figures can inform planning, but sunshine duration is not day length and cannot guarantee the conditions on a particular day.

Climate Data Overview for Punta Cana, Dominican Republic

Explore the comprehensive climate data for Punta Cana, Dominican Republic. This detailed table provides valuable insights into temperature variations, precipitation levels, and seasonal changes, helping you understand the unique weather patterns of this region.

Month	Average: Temperature °C	Rain (mm) / day	Sunshine (h) / day
Jan	25.0	1.80	10.15
Feb	24.9	2.00	10.58
Mar	25.0	1.69	10.90
Apr	25.7	2.35	11.21
May	26.4	3.33	11.32
Jun	27.2	2.35	11.64
Jul	27.4	3.37	11.30
Aug	27.6	4.50	10.77
Sep	27.6	4.78	10.25
Oct	27.2	4.25	9.89
Nov	26.3	5.72	9.56
Dec	25.7	2.05	10.11
Average	26.3	3.18	10.64