When is the best time to go to rest in the Dominican Republic? What time is the beach season? All about the weather by month: water and air temperature, precipitation and reviews of tourists.
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| Month | t air during the day | t water |
| January | + 29 ° C | + 26 ° C |
| February | + 29 ° C | + 26 ° C |
| March | + 30 ° C | + 26 ° C |
| April | + 30 ° C | + 26 ° C |
| May | + 30 ° C | + 27 ° C |
| June | + 31 ° C | + 27 ° C |
| July | + 32 ° C | + 28 ° C |
| August | + 32 ° C | + 28 ° C |
| September | + 31 ° C | + 29 ° C |
| October | + 31 ° C | + 29 ° C |
| November | + 31 ° C | + 27 ° C |
| December | + 30 ° C | + 27 ° C |
January
Water and air temperature. Water temperature + 26 ° С, air temperature - + 29 ° С during the day, + 20 ° С at night. It's hotter in Santo Domingo, and 1-2 degrees colder in Punta Cana.
Weather. The sky is clear and cloudless all day long, there is no rain, the sea is warm.
Reviews of tourists. The weather is good and the hotels are packed with tourists. This is the peak season, and it is best to rest in the Dominican Republic during the winter months.
February
Water and air temperature. In February, it is as clear as in January: during the day + 29 ° С, at night + 20 ° С, water + 26 ° С.
Weather. There is no rain, but the heat is absolutely not felt thanks to the refreshing breezes.
Reviews of tourists. This is the best month for a beach holiday in the Dominican Republic. Also good conditions for diving and excursions.
March
Water and air temperature. In March it gets a little hotter, but it is still comfortable: the water in the sea is + 26 ° С, the air is + 30 ° С during the day, and + 20 ° С at night.
Weather. Rains are still extremely rare. In general, this month the weather in the Dominican Republic is favorable for all types of recreation.
April
Water and air temperature. In April, during the day + 30 ° С, at night + 21 ° С, water + 26 ° С.
Weather. April is often referred to as the month of transition from cool, dry winters to hot and rainy summers, but in the Caribbean, it's a good time to relax. The sun is hot during the day, but pleasantly warm in the morning and evening.
May
Water and air temperature. In May, it becomes hot and humid: the water in the sea is + 27 ° С, during the day the air temperature is + 30 ° С and higher, at night + 22 ° С.
Weather. On the threshold of the rainy season with all its attributes - heat, high humidity and inevitable stuffiness.
Reviews of tourists. Although the weather is gradually deteriorating, tourists are in no hurry to leave the Dominican Republic. Some, on the other hand, are attracted by the reduced prices for vacations this month.
June
Water and air temperature. The heat increases every day, and at night it is stuffy and completely impossible without an air conditioner: during the day + 31 ° С, at night + 23 ° С, water + 27 ° С.
Weather. There is practically no wind, the water is fresh milk, and the air is warm and humid, like in a bath. It rains in the morning and in the evening almost every day, there are also thunderstorms.
Reviews of tourists. It is better not to fly to the Dominican Republic this month - the weather is not for everybody.
July
Water and air temperature. Daytime air temperature + 32 ° С, at night + 23 ° С. Water + 28 ° С.
Weather. Heat, stuffiness, high humidity. During the day, strong thunderstorms often thunder, and the sight of the blue-black sky over the ocean fascinates and frightens at the same time.
Reviews of tourists. During this period, there are few vacationers. The weather is so-so, but there are discounts in hotels and SPA.
August
Water and air temperature. During the day + 32 ° С and above, at night + 23 ° С. The sea water temperature is + 28 ° С, often storms, sometimes hurricanes fly.
Weather. After lunch, it often rains with thunderstorms.
Reviews of tourists. The beaches are empty, there are few people in the hotels.
September
Water and air temperature. During the day + 31 ° С, at night + 23 ° С, water + 29 ° С.
Weather. Afternoon rains and thunderstorms are becoming daily, and hurricanes are common along the Caribbean coastline.
Reviews of tourists. The beaches and hotels are empty, and the resorts are quiet and peaceful.
October
Water and air temperature. During the day + 31 ° С, at night + 22 ° С, water + 29 ° С.
Weather. The heat recedes every day and the ocean calms down after the rainy season. The rains decrease in intensity and tend to fall in the afternoon or evening.
Reviews of tourists. The possibility of hurricanes remains, so the beaches are still half-empty, and few daredevil tourists can enjoy a secluded vacation.
November
Water and air temperature. Sea + 27 ° С, air + 31 ° С during the day, + 21 ° С at night.
Weather. The weather this month in the Dominican Republic can still bring a surprise like wild winds and rough seas, but not so briskly. Precipitation has decreased significantly, and the water is amazingly clean and transparent. By the end of November, the element finally calms down, and the rainy season can be considered over.
December
Water and air temperature. In December, during the day + 30 ° С, at night + 20 ° С, water in the sea + 27 ° С.
Weather. At this time, sea bathing is especially pleasant, the soft sand warms up pleasantly, and in the sun you can sunbathe calmly, without fear of getting burned. The nights are warm and fresh, and you can sleep easily without air conditioning.
Reviews of tourists. This is one of the best months for a vacation in the Dominican Republic, but many tourists are arriving. It is good to relax with children in December. Tour prices are quite biting.
Holiday season in the Dominican Republic
A tourist boom begins in December in the Dominican Republic. The weather is ideal for a beach holiday: the sun is shining all day, the sea is warm, there are no rains or hurricanes. The high season lasts until April, and since May, hotels start to empty out.
Rain season
The rainy season in the Dominican Republic is from May to October. The heat and stuffiness are unbearable, so there are very few tourists during this period. Hurricanes usually pass the Dominican Republic, and only small storms at sea get to its share, but sometimes there are more serious consequences.
When is it better to go to rest in the Dominican Republic
It is always warm in the Dominican Republic, so the swimming season is theoretically possible all year round. The rest is especially good from November to March, when there is no exhausting summer heat and heavy rainfall. The months when the weather in the Dominican Republic is mild are November and February. And it is better to completely abandon the trip from August to October, when the greatest danger of hurricanes.
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