Dominican RepublicThe climate of Puerto Plata
The current climate in Puerto Plata features temperatures ranging from a high of 33°C to a low of 29°C throughout the year. The average yearly temperature is around 32°C. At night, temperatures in the colder months average around 19°C and in the warmer months around 23°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 Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic.
Temperature records
The highest temperature recorded in Puerto Plata in recent years was 44°C in September 2015. The lowest daytime temperature recorded was 22°C in March 2020.
Rainfall amount
On average, Puerto Plata receives 1423 mm of precipitation each year. For comparison, New York gets 1142 mm of precipitation annually.
The hurricane season in Puerto Plata runs from June to November.
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Best time to visit Puerto Plata?
The best time to visit Puerto Plata for sunny weather is April through October. During this period, you'll have nice temperatures and not too much rain, making it a great time to visit Puerto Plata. 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.
Climate Table of Puerto Plata
The climate table of Puerto Plata 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.
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| Temp. max (°C) | 29 | 29 | 29 | 31 | 32 | 33 | 33 | 33 | 33 | 32 | 31 | 29 |
| Temp. min (°C) | 19 | 20 | 20 | 21 | 23 | 23 | 24 | 24 | 23 | 23 | 22 | 20 |
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| Precipitation (mm) | 130 | 147 | 203 | 67 | 81 | 52 | 72 | 85 | 95 | 108 | 241 | 142 |
| UV Index | 6 | 7 | 7 | 8 | 7 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 7 | 7 | 6 | 6 |
Click on the month name to see more weather details, like daily averages, temperatures, and precipitation for the past years in that month.
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Temperature charts
These charts display the average temperatures in Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Average Temperature per Month in Puerto Plata
Yearly Temperature in Puerto Plata
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic. 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 Puerto Plata
Total Yearly Precipitation in Puerto Plata
UV index chart
This chart shows the average UV index per month in Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic. The UV index indicates the intensity of ultraviolet radiation and ranges from 0 to a maximum of 11.
Average UV Index per Month in Puerto Plata
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Average weather in Puerto Plata by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Puerto Plata. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.