The best times to visit Boca Chica for ideal weather are

January 8th to April 15th

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Boca Chica Travel Info

Weather in Boca Chica

Temperature

Average temperatures in Boca Chica vary very little. Considering humidity, temperatures feel hot all year with a fair chance of precipitation about half of the year. The area is far less temperate than some — in the 10th percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Boca Chica, the hottest months are July, August, and then September. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally late July where highs are regularly around 91.7°F (33.2°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 73.2°F (22.9°C) at night.

Boca Chica Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Boca Chica Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Boca Chica Perceived Temperature (F)

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Boca Chica Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Boca Chica Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 86.8 75.1 66.8
Feb 86.8 75.7 66.8
Mar 87.2 76.1 66.9
Apr 88 77.8 69.2
May 88.4 78.7 71.2
Jun 89.7 80.1 72.8
Jul 91 80.5 73.1
Aug 91 80.4 73.4
Sep 91.1 80.2 73
Oct 89.7 79.6 72.7
Nov 88.4 77.7 70.7
Dec 87.2 75.9 68

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 30.4 23.9 19.3
Feb 30.4 24.3 19.3
Mar 30.7 24.5 19.4
Apr 31.1 25.4 20.7
May 31.3 25.9 21.8
Jun 32.1 26.7 22.7
Jul 32.8 26.9 22.8
Aug 32.8 26.9 23
Sep 32.8 26.8 22.8
Oct 32.1 26.4 22.6
Nov 31.3 25.4 21.5
Dec 30.7 24.4 20

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Boca Chica are March, February, and then January. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around mid December. For example, on the week of December 17th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in early to mid October with an average of 3 days of significant precipitation the week of October 8th.

When can you find snow in Boca Chica? Weather stations report no annual snow. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Boca Chica.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Boca Chica (in).

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Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 13% 0 2.2
Feb 12% 0 2.7
Mar 10% 0 1.2
Apr 16% 0 3.5
May 27% 0 8.2
Jun 24% 0 7.5
Jul 22% 0 7.1
Aug 32% 0 9.5
Sep 26% 0 7.9
Oct 32% 0 10
Nov 24% 0 4.7
Dec 15% 0 2.7

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 13 0 5.6
Feb 12 0 6.9
Mar 10 0 3
Apr 16 0 8.9
May 27 0 20.8
Jun 24 0 19.1
Jul 22 0 18
Aug 32 0 24.1
Sep 26 0 20.1
Oct 32 0 25.4
Nov 24 0 11.9
Dec 15 0 6.9

 

Humidity and Wind

Boca Chica has some very humid months, and high humidity throughout the year. The least humid month is March (72.7% relative humidity), and the most humid month is October (78%).

Wind in Boca Chica is usually calm. The windiest month is March, followed by April and February. March’s average wind speed of around 6.9 knots (7.9 MPH or 12.8 KPH) is considered “a light breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in early January where average top sustained speeds reach 13.1 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Boca Chica.

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Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 6.5 Light breeze 11.8 Significant breeze
Feb 6.7 Light breeze 12.1 Significant breeze
Mar 6.9 Light breeze 12.3 Significant breeze
Apr 6.7 Light breeze 11.9 Significant breeze
May 6.1 Light breeze 11.2 Significant breeze
Jun 6.2 Light breeze 11.4 Significant breeze
Jul 6.5 Light breeze 11.7 Significant breeze
Aug 6.4 Light breeze 11.6 Significant breeze
Sep 5.7 Light breeze 10.7 Significant breeze
Oct 5.4 Light breeze 10.2 Gentle breeze
Nov 5.7 Light breeze 10.3 Significant breeze
Dec 6.2 Light breeze 11.4 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 76.1%
Feb 74.3%
Mar 72.7%
Apr 73.1%
May 76.2%
Jun 75.8%
Jul 74.2%
Aug 76.8%
Sep 76.7%
Oct 78%
Nov 77.9%
Dec 76.3%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Boca Chica?

Our best data indicates this area is somewhat safe. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are travel warnings for the Dominican Republic; exercise a high degree of caution. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Dec 04, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Boca Chica, Dominican Republic is October, followed by May and March. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Boca Chica in February. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 44.2 in February means 44.2% of the tourists vs. October.

 

 

Overall Boca Chica Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel warm. Highs range from 88.7°F (31.5°C) and 86.3°F (30.2°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 3 to 8 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the second busiest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for things to do.

Summer (June through August)

The middle-year months have very comfortable weather with high temperatures that are quite warm. These months see moderate precipitation with 7 to 10 days of precipitation per month. June – August is fairly slow season for tourism in Boca Chica, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly less.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 91.7°F (33.2°C) and 87.9°F (31.1°C), which will feel very nice given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 7 to 10 days per month. Tourism is the busiest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be higher priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is perfect this time of year in Boca Chica to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 87.5°F (30.8°C) and 86.6°F (30.3°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: 3 to 5 times per month. These times of year are the slowest with tourists.

 

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