The best times to visit Downtown Santo Domingo for ideal weather are

January 15th to April 1st

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

 

 


Other Downtown Santo Domingo Travel Info

Weather in Downtown Santo Domingo

Temperature

Average temperatures in Downtown Santo Domingo 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 Downtown Santo Domingo, the hottest months are September, July, and then August. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally late July where highs are regularly around 91.4°F (33°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 75.5°F (24.2°C) at night.

Downtown Santo Domingo Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Downtown Santo Domingo 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.

Downtown Santo Domingo Perceived Temperature (F)

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Downtown Santo Domingo Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Downtown Santo Domingo 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 86.3 77.2 70.3
Feb 86.4 77.6 70.6
Mar 86.9 77.9 70.8
Apr 87.7 79.6 72.8
May 88.2 80.4 74.1
Jun 89.2 81.8 75.7
Jul 90.4 82.1 75.5
Aug 90.5 82 75.5
Sep 90.6 82.2 75.4
Oct 89.7 81.7 75.3
Nov 88.5 79.5 73.1
Dec 87.1 77.8 71.5

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 30.2 25.1 21.3
Feb 30.2 25.3 21.4
Mar 30.5 25.5 21.6
Apr 30.9 26.4 22.7
May 31.2 26.9 23.4
Jun 31.8 27.7 24.3
Jul 32.4 27.8 24.2
Aug 32.5 27.8 24.2
Sep 32.6 27.9 24.1
Oct 32.1 27.6 24.1
Nov 31.4 26.4 22.8
Dec 30.6 25.4 21.9

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Downtown Santo Domingo 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 late March. For example, on the week of March 26th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in mid to late August with an average of 3 days of significant precipitation the week of August 20th.

When can you find snow in Downtown Santo Domingo? 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 Downtown Santo Domingo.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Downtown Santo Domingo (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 1.7
Feb 13% 0 2.6
Mar 9% 0 2.2
Apr 16% 0 2.4
May 26% 0 6.1
Jun 27% 0 7
Jul 21% 0 6.3
Aug 31% 0 9.4
Sep 27% 0 6
Oct 22% 0 6.2
Nov 24% 0 4.1
Dec 13% 0 3

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 13 0 4.3
Feb 13 0 6.6
Mar 9 0 5.6
Apr 16 0 6.1
May 26 0 15.5
Jun 27 0 17.8
Jul 21 0 16
Aug 31 0 23.9
Sep 27 0 15.2
Oct 22 0 15.7
Nov 24 0 10.4
Dec 13 0 7.6

 

Humidity and Wind

Downtown Santo Domingo has some very humid months, and high humidity throughout the year. The least humid month is March (73.8% relative humidity), and the most humid month is May (79.4%).

Wind in Downtown Santo Domingo is usually calm. The windiest month is March, followed by February and April. March’s average wind speed of around 4.7 knots (5.4 MPH or 8.7 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 mid to late August where average top sustained speeds reach 7.3 knots, which is considered a gentle breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Downtown Santo Domingo.

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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 4.4 Light breeze 6.7 Light breeze
Feb 4.6 Light breeze 6.7 Light breeze
Mar 4.7 Light breeze 6.8 Light breeze
Apr 4.5 Light breeze 6.7 Light breeze
May 4.1 Light breeze 6.3 Light breeze
Jun 4.1 Light breeze 6.3 Light breeze
Jul 4.3 Light breeze 6.4 Light breeze
Aug 4.4 Light breeze 6.6 Light breeze
Sep 4.3 Light breeze 6.2 Light breeze
Oct 4.1 Light breeze 6.2 Light breeze
Nov 4.2 Light breeze 6.1 Light breeze
Dec 4.5 Light breeze 6.6 Light breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 75.6%
Feb 76.1%
Mar 73.8%
Apr 75%
May 79.4%
Jun 79.1%
Jul 77.5%
Aug 78.6%
Sep 77.4%
Oct 78%
Nov 77.3%
Dec 75.4%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Downtown Santo Domingo?

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 Downtown Santo Domingo, 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 Downtown Santo Domingo 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 Downtown Santo Domingo Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel warm. Highs range from 88.4°F (31.3°C) and 86.1°F (30.1°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 the most precipitation with 7 to 10 days of precipitation per month. June – August is fairly slow season for tourism in Downtown Santo Domingo, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly less.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 91.1°F (32.8°C) and 88°F (31.1°C), which will feel very nice given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 7 to 8 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 Downtown Santo Domingo to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 87.7°F (30.9°C) and 86°F (30°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: consistently 4 times per month. These times of year are the slowest with tourists.

 

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