Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic Climate & Monthly Averages
The climate of Santo Domingo
Located in Dominican Republic, Santo Domingo experiences a subtropical highland climate with spring-like temperatures nearly all year thanks to its elevation. Afternoon temperatures peak near 74°F (23°C) in August and dip to about 67°F (20°C) in January, with around 49.9 inches (1267 mm) of precipitation falling across the year.
Climate quick facts
- Hottest month: August - highs near 74°F (23°C)
- Coldest month: January - highs near 67°F (20°C)
- Record high: 83°F (28°C) · Record low: 43°F (6°C) (2015–2024)
- Wettest month: May (19 rainy days) · Sunniest: June (11.8 h sun/day)
- Climate type: subtropical highland - spring-like temperatures nearly all year thanks to its elevation
Temperatures through the year
The warmest stretch of the year centers on August. Highs average 74°F (23°C) and overnight lows stay near 59°F (15°C). The coolest month is January, with typical highs of 67°F (20°C) and lows around 53°F (11°C). Based on 2015–2024 weather data, temperatures have reached as high as 83°F (28°C) and dropped as low as 43°F (6°C).
Rain, sun and snow
May is usually the wettest month. It brings about 5.7 inches (145 mm) of rain over 19 days, while December is the driest. June brings the most sunshine, averaging 11.8 hours of sun a day.
Monthly climate table
| Month | High | Low | Rain days | Precipitation | Sunshine | Humidity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 67° | 53° | 13 | 3.3 in | 9.9 h/day | 84% |
| February | 67° | 53° | 15 | 3.1 in | 10.3 h/day | 86% |
| March | 68° | 53° | 15 | 5.0 in | 10.6 h/day | 83% |
| April | 70° | 56° | 20 | 5.6 in | 10.7 h/day | 84% |
| May | 72° | 57° | 19 | 5.7 in | 11.0 h/day | 81% |
| June | 74° | 58° | 16 | 3.4 in | 11.8 h/day | 79% |
| July | 74° | 59° | 17 | 3.2 in | 11.7 h/day | 81% |
| August | 74° | 59° | 18 | 4.8 in | 11.3 h/day | 81% |
| September | 74° | 59° | 22 | 4.7 in | 10.4 h/day | 83% |
| October | 72° | 58° | 20 | 4.0 in | 9.8 h/day | 84% |
| November | 70° | 56° | 17 | 4.2 in | 9.8 h/day | 87% |
| December | 68° | 54° | 15 | 2.9 in | 10.1 h/day | 87% |
Santo Domingo month by month
Santo Domingo weather in January
January brings highs around 67°F (20°C), lows near 53°F (11°C), about 13 wet days - typically the coldest month of the year in Santo Domingo.
Santo Domingo weather in February
February brings highs around 67°F (19°C), lows near 53°F (12°C), about 15 wet days.
Santo Domingo weather in March
March brings highs around 68°F (20°C), lows near 53°F (12°C), about 15 wet days.
Santo Domingo weather in April
April brings highs around 70°F (21°C), lows near 56°F (13°C), about 20 wet days.
Santo Domingo weather in May
May brings highs around 72°F (22°C), lows near 57°F (14°C), about 19 wet days - typically the wettest month of the year in Santo Domingo.
Santo Domingo weather in June
June brings highs around 74°F (23°C), lows near 58°F (14°C), about 16 wet days - typically the sunniest month of the year in Santo Domingo.
Santo Domingo weather in July
July brings highs around 74°F (23°C), lows near 59°F (15°C), about 17 wet days.
Santo Domingo weather in August
August brings highs around 74°F (23°C), lows near 59°F (15°C), about 18 wet days - typically the hottest month of the year in Santo Domingo.
Santo Domingo weather in September
September brings highs around 74°F (23°C), lows near 59°F (15°C), about 22 wet days.
Santo Domingo weather in October
October brings highs around 72°F (22°C), lows near 58°F (14°C), about 20 wet days.
Santo Domingo weather in November
November brings highs around 70°F (21°C), lows near 56°F (13°C), about 17 wet days.
Santo Domingo weather in December
December brings highs around 68°F (20°C), lows near 54°F (12°C), about 15 wet days - typically the driest month of the year in Santo Domingo.
Seasons in Santo Domingo
March through May
March through May in Santo Domingo brings comfortable warmth, with daytime highs averaging 70°F (21°C) and nights around 55°F (13°C); expect showers on roughly 54 days across the season.
June through August
June through August in Santo Domingo is pleasantly warm, with daytime highs averaging 74°F (23°C) and nights around 59°F (15°C); expect showers on roughly 52 days across the season.
September through November
September through November in Santo Domingo brings comfortable warmth, with daytime highs averaging 72°F (22°C) and nights around 58°F (14°C); expect showers on roughly 59 days across the season.
December through February
December through February in Santo Domingo is mild, with daytime highs averaging 67°F (20°C) and nights around 53°F (12°C); expect showers on roughly 43 days across the season.
Climate questions, answered
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Best time to visit Santo Domingo
The best time to visit Santo Domingo is generally December to March, when warm days, manageable rainfall and plenty of daylight line up. Daytime temperatures in that window typically sit near 67°F (20°C).
Pack for Santo Domingo with a compact umbrella or rain shell - showers are a regular feature. Evenings can feel noticeably cooler than afternoons - August nights average 59°F (15°C).
Santo Domingo temperature records (2015-2024)
Derived from ERA5 reanalysis data, 2015–2024. Official station records may differ.