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📊 Monthly Climate Overview
| Month | Max °C | Min °C | Rain mm | Rain Days | Sun h | Wind km/h | Sea °C |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 26.7°C | 23.5°C | 58.3 mm | 16 | 10.6 h | 19.1 km/h | 26.6°C |
| Feb | 26.7°C | 23.4°C | 60.3 mm | 18 | 11.1 h | 20.4 km/h | 26.3°C |
| Mar | 27°C | 23.3°C | 52.5 mm | 14 | 11.3 h | 19.3 km/h | 26.2°C |
| Apr | 27.7°C | 23.9°C | 75.1 mm | 16 | 11.8 h | 17.7 km/h | 27°C |
| May | 28.5°C | 24.8°C | 97.2 mm | 19 | 11.9 h | 17.4 km/h | 28.4°C |
| Jun | 29.2°C | 25.6°C | 68.6 mm | 18 | 12.2 h | 18.1 km/h | 29.1°C |
| Jul | 29.3°C | 25.8°C | 106.1 mm | 22 | 11.8 h | 19.9 km/h | 29.4°C |
| Aug | 29.5°C | 25.9°C | 143.8 mm | 23 | 11.2 h | 19.4 km/h | 29.6°C |
| Sep | 29.7°C | 25.8°C | 147.7 mm | 19 | 10.5 h | 17.2 km/h | 30.1°C |
| Oct | 29.2°C | 25.5°C | 134.3 mm | 21 | 10.1 h | 15.8 km/h | 30.2°C |
| Nov | 28.1°C | 24.6°C | 179.1 mm | 22 | 9.9 h | 17.2 km/h | 28.9°C |
| Dec | 27.3°C | 24.2°C | 62.5 mm | 18 | 10.8 h | 19.3 km/h | 27.5°C |
📖Climate & Best Time to Visit Punta Cana
Punta Cana (Dominican Republic) has a tropical climate with an annual average of around 26 °C. Daytime highs average 28 °C, while nights cool to about 25 °C. The destination sees roughly 1186 mm of rainfall per year and 11.1 hours of sunshine per day on average.
The Dominican all-inclusive classic — miles of palm-fringed Bávaro beach, turquoise water and trips to Isla Saona or the Hoyo Azul cenote.
Warm and tropical year-round — daily highs stay between 27 and 30 °C. The real variable is rain: March with only 14 rainy days is ideal, while August (23 rainy days) brings monsoon showers.
Rainfall varies through the year: peaks in August (23 rainy days), driest month is March (14).
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Frequently asked questions about Punta Cana
When is the best time to visit Punta Cana?
The best time to visit Punta Cana: all year round – best in March (avg. 25.2 °C, 14 rainy days). Based on the monthly values for 2014 to 2023.
What are the temperatures in Punta Cana?
The warmest month is September with an average of 27.8 °C and daytime highs around 29.7 °C. The coldest month is March with an average of 25.2 °C and night-time lows around 23.3 °C.
How many rainy days does Punta Cana have?
August has the most rainy days with 23 rainy days. The driest month is March with 14 rainy days.
What is the sea temperature near Punta Cana?
The water is warmest in October at an average of 30.2 °C and coolest in March at 26.2 °C.