Santo Domingo weather and climate
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Overview
Santo Domingo weather and climate
January
February
March
April
May
June
July
August
September
October
November
December
Overview
Day
32 °C
Night
23 °C
Sea
28 °C
Precipitation
165 mm
in month
Rainy days
9 days
in month
Daylight
13 hours
average
Sunshine
8 hours
average
Humidity
81 %
Day
32 °C
Night
23 °C
Sea
28 °C
Precipitation
165 mm
in month
Rainy days
9 days
in month
Daylight
13 hours
average
Sunshine
8 hours
average
Humidity
81 %
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Weather overview
Santo Domingo (Dominican Republic) in general has a tropical climate. The day temperatures range from 31 °C (87 °F) in January to 33 °C (92 °F) in August. The driest month is March with just 6 days of rain, on the contrary, the month when it rains the most is October with 12 days of rain. The highest sea temperatures in Santo Domingo are in September with 29 °C (84 °F) and the lowest in February with 26 °C (79 °F). The highest night temperatures could be experienced in August with 24 °C (75 °F), the lowest in January with 20 °C (68 °F).
January weather
The descent of the sea temperature can be observed, the value of this measure is 27 °C (80 °F) in Santo Domingo, while the day temperature is on its minimum, its value is 31 °C (87 °F). The descent of the rainfall amount can be observed, the value of this measure is 65 mm (2.57 in), and the number of rainy days continues to descent as well. The minimum of the night temperature can be noticed. The number of sun hours (without clouds) starts to rise, with its value of 7 hours.
February weather
The beginning of the rise of the day temperature could be noticed, its value is 31 °C (88 °F) in Santo Domingo, while the sea temperature is on its minimum, its value is 26 °C (79 °F). The descent of the number of rainy days can be observed, the value of this measure is 7 days. The number of sun hours (without clouds) continues to rise.
March weather
The number of rainy days reaches its minimum, with its value being 6 days in Santo Domingo, and the rainfall amount reaches its minimum too, the value of this measure is 54 mm (2.13 in). The dry season is at its beginning. The rise of the day temperature can be observed, its value is 32 °C (89 °F), while the beginning of the rise of the night temperature could be noticed, with its value being 21 °C (70 °F). The wind speed reaches its maximum in March.
April weather
The rainfall amount rise's start could be observed, the value of this measure is 86 mm (3.37 in) in Santo Domingo, and the number of rainy days starts to rise too, the value of this measure is 7 days. There is pending dry season. The night temperature continues to rise, its value is 22 °C (72 °F). The maximum of the number of sun hours (without clouds) can be noticed, with its value being 8 hours. The humidity is on its minimum, its value is 77 %.
May weather
The sea temperature starts to rise, the value of this measure is 28 °C (82 °F) in Santo Domingo, while the night temperature rises similarly to the previous month, its value is 23 °C (73 °F). The rainfall amount continues to rise, with its value of 165 mm (6.48 in), and the number of rainy days continues to rise too. The beginning of the descent of the number of sun hours (without clouds) could be noticed, with its value of 8 hours.
June weather
The beginning of the descent of the rainfall amount could be noticed in Santo Domingo. The sea temperature rises similarly to the previous month, the value of this measure is 28 °C (83 °F). The maximum of the day length is observable, with its value of 13 hours.
July weather
The value of the sea temperature is 28 °C (83 °F) in Santo Domingo. The number of rainy days starts to rise, its value is 10 days.
August weather
The rainfall amount rise's start could be observed, the value of this measure is 165 mm (6.51 in) in Santo Domingo. The maximum of the night temperature can be noticed, the value of this measure is 24 °C (75 °F), and the day temperature is on its maximum too, with its value being 33 °C (92 °F).
September weather
The sea temperature is on its maximum in September in Santo Domingo. The rainfall amount is on its maximum, its value is 171 mm (6.74 in). The beginning of the descent of the number of sun hours (without clouds) could be noticed, with its value being 7 hours.
October weather
The number of rainy days is on its maximum, with its value of 12 days in Santo Domingo, while the rainfall amount descent's start could be observed, with its value being 160 mm (6.28 in). The beginning of the descent of the day temperature could be noticed, with its value of 32 °C (90 °F). The descent of the number of sun hours (without clouds) can be observed, the value of this measure is 7 hours. The minimum of the wind speed is observable in this month. The maximum of the humidity is observable, the value of this measure is 84 %.
November weather
The day temperature descents similarly to the previous month, with its value being 31 °C (89 °F) in Santo Domingo, while the sea temperature descent's start could be observed, with its value of 28 °C (83 °F). The rainfall amount continues to descent, its value is 127 mm (4.99 in), while the beginning of the descent of the number of rainy days could be noticed, the value of this measure is 11 days. The night temperature descent's start could be observed, with its value of 22 °C (72 °F). The number of sun hours (without clouds) rise's start could be observed in November.
December weather
The descent of the day temperature can be observed, the value of this measure is 31 °C (87 °F) in Santo Domingo, and the descent of the sea temperature can be observed as well, the value of this measure is 27 °C (81 °F). The number of rainy days descents similarly to the previous month, with its value being 9 days, and the rainfall amount continues to descent too, with its value of 77 mm (3.03 in). The descent of the night temperature can be observed, the value of this measure is 21 °C (69 °F). The number of sun hours (without clouds) is on its minimum in December.
FAQs
What temperature can I expect during the day in January in Santo Domingo?
The average daily temperature in Santo Domingo in January is 31 °C (87 °F). The great temperature for lying by the sea or pool and sunbathing, everywhere else you will probably be a bit hot. Don't forget to drink during the day, in these temperatures you should hydrate yourself a lot.
What is the sea temperature in February in Santo Domingo?
In Santo Domingo in February expect the sea to be warm at 26 °C (79 °F). Seems like an ideal temperature for swimming, you can stay in the sea for a long time and enjoy it as well.
Is it hot in March in Santo Domingo?
In Santo Domingo in March, you will enjoy nice warm weather, but it will also be pleasant and you probably won't feel hot.
Is there a wet season in April in Santo Domingo?
No, there is no wet season in April in Santo Domingo - you can expect 7 days of rain during the month.
What is the night temperature in May in Santo Domingo?
The average night temperature in Santo Domingo in May is 23 °C (73 °F). A very pleasant temperature for long evening walks, fun over a drink outside, or doing sports in the morning. If possible, look for a hotel with air conditioning.
How many days of precipitation on average can I expect in Santo Domingo in June?
There are 9 days, which are rainy in June in Santo Domingo, that is, days with precipitation more than 2 mm (0.08 in). Converted to days of the week, this means that it will occur on an average of 2.1 days of the week, or in general - 30 % days.
Is there a dry season in July in Santo Domingo?
No, July is not a dry month in Santo Domingo, expect rain approximately 10 days in a month.
What level of humidity is to expect in September in Santo Domingo?
Humidity in September in Santo Domingo is 83 %. This humidity is rather above average, but except for sensitive individuals, it should not be a problem.
How windy is it in October in Santo Domingo?
An average wind scale that can be expected in Santo Domingo in October is 3.
How many hours of sun to expect in Santo Domingo in November?
There is an average length of sunshine of 7 hours per day in Santo Domingo in November.
Is December a good month to visit Santo Domingo?
December is one of the best months to visit Santo Domingo. The daily temperatures in this month reach pleasant 31 °C (87 °F). The seawater temperature reaches ideal 27 °C (81 °F). At night, temperatures hover around a pleasant 21 °C (69 °F). There are only 9 days of rain in the whole month, so you can leave your umbrella at home.