Dominican RepublicThe weather in January in Punta Cana
It's warm in January in Punta Cana with an average temperature of 28°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 28°C to a high of 29°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 21°C and 24°C.
Looking for great weather? January is a good time to be in Punta Cana. The temperatures are nice, and there’s not too much rain.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in January for Punta Cana, 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 33°C in 2015, Punta Cana reached the highest temperature in January over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 24°C in 2023. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 15°C to a highest value of 26°C.
Rainfall amount
In January, there is an average of 92 mm of precipitation, spread over 12 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the East.
Daily weather in January for Punta Cana
Click on any day in January to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Punta Cana. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
January weather comparison
| Punta Cana | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 28°C | 5°C |
| Max. temperature | 29°C | 11°C |
| Min. temperature | 21°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 92 mm | 97 mm |
| Rainy days | 12 days | 12 days |
Start of January
The month of January starts in Punta Cana with hot temps, averaging around 29°C during the day and nights around 24°C.
Mid January
By mid-January, daytime temps stay steady at around 29°C, with nights around 23°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
End of January
By the end of January, the average daytime temperature in Punta Cana is around 29°C, while nighttime temps are about 23°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 8 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in January in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in January in Punta Cana
Temperature in January in Punta Cana over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in January in Punta Cana, 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 January in Punta Cana
Total precipitation in January in Punta Cana over the years
Daily UV index in January in Punta Cana
This chart shows the average daily UV index in January in Punta Cana, 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 Punta Cana by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Punta Cana. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.