Punta Cana, Dominican Republic Climate & Monthly Averages
The climate of Punta Cana
Weather in Punta Cana is shaped by its tropical wet-and-dry climate - expect year-round warmth split between a rainy season and a pronounced dry season. September afternoons typically reach 86°F (30°C), while February highs hover near 80°F (27°C). Annual precipitation averages 50.7 inches (1287 mm) over about 236 rainy days.
Climate quick facts
- Hottest month: September - highs near 86°F (30°C)
- Coldest month: February - highs near 80°F (27°C)
- Record high: 90°F (32°C) · Record low: 67°F (20°C) (2015–2024)
- Wettest month: November (22 rainy days) · Sunniest: June (12.0 h sun/day)
- Climate type: tropical wet-and-dry - year-round warmth split between a rainy season and a pronounced dry season
Temperatures through the year
The warmest stretch of the year centers on September. Highs average 86°F (30°C) and overnight lows stay near 78°F (26°C). The coolest month is February, with typical highs of 80°F (27°C) and lows around 74°F (23°C). Based on 2015–2024 weather data, temperatures have reached as high as 90°F (32°C) and dropped as low as 67°F (20°C).
Rain, sun and snow
November is usually the wettest month. It brings about 7.5 inches (190 mm) of rain over 22 days, while March is the driest. June brings the most sunshine, averaging 12.0 hours of sun a day.
Monthly climate table
| Month | High | Low | Rain days | Precipitation | Sunshine | Humidity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 80° | 74° | 17 | 2.5 in | 10.6 h/day | 76% |
| February | 80° | 74° | 18 | 2.5 in | 11.0 h/day | 75% |
| March | 81° | 74° | 16 | 2.2 in | 11.3 h/day | 75% |
| April | 82° | 75° | 18 | 3.2 in | 11.7 h/day | 76% |
| May | 83° | 77° | 20 | 4.4 in | 11.8 h/day | 79% |
| June | 85° | 78° | 19 | 3.6 in | 12.0 h/day | 79% |
| July | 85° | 78° | 23 | 4.7 in | 11.6 h/day | 80% |
| August | 85° | 79° | 23 | 5.6 in | 11.2 h/day | 80% |
| September | 86° | 78° | 19 | 5.9 in | 10.5 h/day | 81% |
| October | 85° | 78° | 22 | 5.6 in | 10.1 h/day | 81% |
| November | 83° | 76° | 22 | 7.5 in | 9.8 h/day | 81% |
| December | 81° | 76° | 20 | 2.9 in | 10.7 h/day | 77% |
Punta Cana month by month
Punta Cana weather in January
January brings highs around 80°F (27°C), lows near 74°F (24°C), about 17 wet days.
Punta Cana weather in February
February brings highs around 80°F (27°C), lows near 74°F (23°C), about 18 wet days - typically the coldest month of the year in Punta Cana.
Punta Cana weather in March
March brings highs around 81°F (27°C), lows near 74°F (23°C), about 16 wet days - typically the driest month of the year in Punta Cana.
Punta Cana weather in April
April brings highs around 82°F (28°C), lows near 75°F (24°C), about 18 wet days.
Punta Cana weather in May
May brings highs around 83°F (29°C), lows near 77°F (25°C), about 20 wet days.
Punta Cana weather in June
June brings highs around 85°F (29°C), lows near 78°F (26°C), about 19 wet days - typically the sunniest month of the year in Punta Cana.
Punta Cana weather in July
July brings highs around 85°F (29°C), lows near 78°F (26°C), about 23 wet days.
Punta Cana weather in August
August brings highs around 85°F (30°C), lows near 79°F (26°C), about 23 wet days.
Punta Cana weather in September
September brings highs around 86°F (30°C), lows near 78°F (26°C), about 19 wet days - typically the hottest month of the year in Punta Cana.
Punta Cana weather in October
October brings highs around 85°F (29°C), lows near 78°F (26°C), about 22 wet days.
Punta Cana weather in November
November brings highs around 83°F (28°C), lows near 76°F (24°C), about 22 wet days - typically the wettest month of the year in Punta Cana.
Punta Cana weather in December
December brings highs around 81°F (27°C), lows near 76°F (24°C), about 20 wet days.
Seasons in Punta Cana
March through May
March through May in Punta Cana brings hot afternoons, with daytime highs averaging 82°F (28°C) and nights around 75°F (24°C); expect showers on roughly 53 days across the season.
June through August
June through August in Punta Cana brings hot afternoons, with daytime highs averaging 85°F (29°C) and nights around 78°F (26°C); expect showers on roughly 66 days across the season. With the humidity factored in, afternoons often feel hotter than the thermometer reads - run the numbers through the humidity and dew point converter to see why.
September through November
September through November in Punta Cana is hot, with daytime highs averaging 84°F (29°C) and nights around 77°F (25°C); expect showers on roughly 63 days across the season.
December through February
December through February in Punta Cana is hot, with daytime highs averaging 81°F (27°C) and nights around 75°F (24°C); expect showers on roughly 54 days across the season.
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Best time to visit Punta Cana
The best time to visit Punta Cana is generally December to May, when these months combine the driest skies with the most comfortable heat. Daytime temperatures in that window typically sit near 81°F (27°C).
Pack for Punta Cana with a compact umbrella or rain shell - showers are a regular feature; moisture-wicking fabrics to cope with the humidity. Evenings can feel noticeably cooler than afternoons - September nights average 78°F (26°C).
Punta Cana temperature records (2015-2024)
Derived from ERA5 reanalysis data, 2015–2024. Official station records may differ.