The best times to visit La Plaine for ideal weather are

February 26th 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 La Plaine Travel Info

Weather in La Plaine

Temperature

Average temperatures in La Plaine vary very little. Considering humidity, temperatures feel hot all year with a chance of rain throughout most of the year. The area is far less temperate than some — in the 3rd 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 La Plaine, the hottest months are June, July, and then August. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally early to mid June where highs are regularly around 91°F (32.8°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 75.9°F (24.4°C) at night.

La Plaine Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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La Plaine 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.

La Plaine Perceived Temperature (F)

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La Plaine Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average La Plaine 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 79 70.2
Feb 85.9 79.3 70
Mar 86.8 80.1 70.3
Apr 88.1 81.4 71.8
May 89.2 83 74
Jun 90.4 84.5 75.4
Jul 90 84 75.4
Aug 90.4 84 74.9
Sep 90.3 83.7 74.3
Oct 90 83 73.9
Nov 89 81.8 73
Dec 86.7 80 71.5

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 30 26.1 21.2
Feb 29.9 26.3 21.1
Mar 30.4 26.7 21.3
Apr 31.2 27.4 22.1
May 31.8 28.3 23.3
Jun 32.4 29.2 24.1
Jul 32.2 28.9 24.1
Aug 32.4 28.9 23.8
Sep 32.4 28.7 23.5
Oct 32.2 28.3 23.3
Nov 31.7 27.7 22.8
Dec 30.4 26.7 21.9

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in La Plaine are March, April, and then February. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around early March. For example, on the week of March 5th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in early January with an average of 4 days of significant precipitation the week of January 1st.

When can you find snow in La Plaine? 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 La Plaine.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in La Plaine (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 38% 0 4.8
Feb 21% 0 2
Mar 12% 0 1.2
Apr 21% 0 2.7
May 24% 0 4.2
Jun 34% 0 5.8
Jul 48% 0 9.2
Aug 46% 0 12.9
Sep 39% 0 10
Oct 41% 0 7.6
Nov 33% 0 5.9
Dec 32% 0 4.3

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 38 0 12.2
Feb 21 0 5.1
Mar 12 0 3
Apr 21 0 6.9
May 24 0 10.7
Jun 34 0 14.7
Jul 48 0 23.4
Aug 46 0 32.8
Sep 39 0 25.4
Oct 41 0 19.3
Nov 33 0 15
Dec 32 0 10.9

 

Humidity and Wind

La Plaine has some high humidity months, with other comfortably humid months. The least humid month is March (55.4% relative humidity), and the most humid month is September (65.3%).

Wind in La Plaine is usually calm. The windiest month is February, followed by June and March. February’s average wind speed of around 5.5 knots (6.3 MPH or 10.2 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 late March where average top sustained speeds reach 10.3 knots, which is considered a gentle breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in La Plaine.

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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 5 Light breeze 9 Gentle breeze
Feb 5.5 Light breeze 9.7 Gentle breeze
Mar 5.4 Light breeze 9.7 Gentle breeze
Apr 5.2 Light breeze 9.2 Gentle breeze
May 4.8 Light breeze 8.6 Gentle breeze
Jun 5.4 Light breeze 9.7 Gentle breeze
Jul 5.3 Light breeze 9.3 Gentle breeze
Aug 4.6 Light breeze 8.5 Gentle breeze
Sep 3.9 Barely noticeable 7.3 Gentle breeze
Oct 4.1 Light breeze 7.5 Gentle breeze
Nov 4.1 Light breeze 7.5 Gentle breeze
Dec 4.4 Light breeze 8.1 Gentle breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 59.2%
Feb 56.5%
Mar 55.4%
Apr 57.3%
May 58.8%
Jun 56.6%
Jul 59.4%
Aug 63.5%
Sep 65.3%
Oct 64.9%
Nov 64%
Dec 61.8%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to La Plaine?

Our best data indicates this area is generally safe. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are no travel advisories or warnings for Dominica; exercise normal security precautions. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Oct 26, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in La Plaine, Dominica is February, followed by July and November. 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 La Plaine in September. 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 slightly extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 69 in September means 69% of the tourists vs. February.

 

 

Overall La Plaine Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel warm. Highs range from 90.3°F (32.4°C) and 85.9°F (29.9°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 4 to 7 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is fairly slow for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for deals.

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 10 to 15 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the second busiest season for tourism in La Plaine, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly more.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 91°F (32.8°C) and 87.8°F (31°C), which will feel very nice given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a good amount: 10 to 13 days per month. Tourism is the slowest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be affordably priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is perfect this time of year in La Plaine to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 87°F (30.6°C) and 85.4°F (29.7°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: 6 to 12 times per month. These times of year are the busiest with tourists.

 

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