Dominican RepublicThe weather in December in Puerto Plata
It's warm in December in Puerto Plata with an average temperature of 29°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 29°C to a high of 30°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 19°C and 22°C.
Looking for sun? December isn’t a good month to be in Puerto Plata. The temperature is nice, but there’s too much chance of rain.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in December for Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 32°C in 2022, Puerto Plata reached the highest temperature in December over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 23°C in 2023. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 14°C to a highest value of 24°C.
Water temperature
The water temperature at Puerto Plata is 29°C this month. Nice and warm for a swim.
Rainfall amount
In December, there is an average of 141 mm of precipitation, spread over 16 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the East.
Daily weather in December for Puerto Plata
Click on any day in December to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Puerto Plata. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
December weather comparison
| Puerto Plata | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 29°C | 9°C |
| Max. temperature | 30°C | 12°C |
| Min. temperature | 19°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 141 mm | 133 mm |
| Rainy days | 16 days | 17 days |
Start of December
The month of December starts in Puerto Plata with hot temps, averaging around 30°C during the day and nights around 21°C.
Mid December
By mid-December, daytime temps stay steady at around 30°C, with nights around 21°C. During this part of the month, you might see regular precipitation, but there will also be some sunny days.
End of December
By the end of December, the average daytime temperature in Puerto Plata is around 29°C, while nighttime temps are about 21°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 6 this month. That's a moderate to high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 15-25 minutes.
The hurricane season in Puerto Plata runs from June to November.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in December in Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in December in Puerto Plata
Temperature in December in Puerto Plata over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in December 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.
Daily Precipitation in December in Puerto Plata
Total precipitation in December in Puerto Plata over the years
Daily UV index in December in Puerto Plata
This chart shows the average daily UV index in December in Puerto Plata, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
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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.