The climate of Dominica
The current climate in Dominica features temperatures ranging from a high of 32°C to a low of 30°C throughout the year. The average yearly temperature is around 32°C. At night, temperatures in the colder months average around 22°C and in the warmer months around 25°C.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average monthly maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and average monthly rainfall (in millimeters) for Dominica.
Temperature records
The highest temperature recorded in Dominica in recent years was 39°C in July 2015. The lowest daytime temperature recorded was 25°C in February 2021.
Rainfall amount
On average, Dominica receives 1690 mm of precipitation each year. For comparison, New York gets 1142 mm of precipitation annually.
The climate in Dominica is based on weather data from Roseau. Other spots might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Dominica to get the full picture of the climate.
Best time to visit Dominica?
The best time to go for a sun holiday to Dominica is February through May. During this period, you'll have nice temperatures and not too much rain, making it a great time to visit Dominica. In the other months of the year, there's too much rain or the temperature isn't ideal for a visit if you want sunny and pleasant weather.
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Climate Table of Dominica
The climate table of Dominica shows the average temperatures, rainfall, and UV index per month. The table provides an overview of the average day and night temperatures in degrees Celsius, the total amount of rainfall in millimeters, the total snowfall in centimeters, and the UV index for each month. Rainfall is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
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| Temp. max (°C) | 30 | 30 | 30 | 31 | 32 | 32 | 32 | 32 | 32 | 32 | 31 | 30 |
| Temp. min (°C) | 23 | 23 | 23 | 23 | 24 | 25 | 25 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 23 | 23 |
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| Precipitation (mm) | 127 | 88 | 66 | 63 | 74 | 130 | 173 | 225 | 203 | 199 | 206 | 136 |
| UV Index | 8 | 9 | 9 | 10 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 |
Click on the month name to see more weather details, like daily averages, temperatures, and precipitation for the past years in that month.
Temperature charts
These charts display the average temperatures in Dominica. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Average Temperature per Month in Dominica
Yearly Temperature in Dominica
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in Dominica. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail. The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Average Precipitation per Month in Dominica
Total Yearly Precipitation in Dominica
UV index chart
This chart shows the average UV index per month in Dominica. The UV index indicates the intensity of ultraviolet radiation and ranges from 0 to a maximum of 11.
Average UV Index per Month in Dominica
Weather experiences in Dominica
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Beautiful weather in Dominica in October, with plenty of sunshine and cooling breezes. Perfect for beach days and refreshing swimming in the sea. A paradise experience!
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Average weather in Dominica by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Dominica. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.