Weather in Punta Cana by Month
What to expect about the average temperatures in Punta Cana during each month?
Weather in January
During January the weather in Punta Cana is quite comfortable with temperatures ranging 22°C (71°F) to 27°C (81°F). If you tend to avoid the temperatures of the summer in the region you should know that January is one of the coldest months in Punta Cana.
Also during this
month no hurricanes
or tropical storms are formed. If you are worried about the rain
spoiling your vacation, you must know the January is one of the driest
months in Punta Cana with an average of 2.6 inches of rainfall. The
temperature of the sea is around 26°C (79°F). Another important factor
you must take into account is the UV index which is around 8 during
this month; that is among the lowest you can get in the Caribbean.
Weather in February
The weather in Punta Cana in February is very similar to the one in January with the difference that is slightly drier, which also contribute to be a very good month for a vacation in Punta Cana. The temperature during February oscillates between 27°C (81°F) in the middle of the day to 22°C (71°F) at night. The average sea temperature in this month is same as in January. The humidity during this month is not very high so the effect of it on the temperature is not that drastic. A good thing to remember is that this month is quite easily the driest month in the whole year with an average rainfall of 2.1 inches. The UV index around this month is 10 which means don’t forget the sunscreen.
Weather in March
For the weather in Punta Cana during March the average temperature goes from 28°C (82°F) in the peak of daytime to 22°C (71°F) being the lowest during night. The temperature in the sea doesn’t change much. The rainfall during this month stays about the same as February. The average of 2.1 inches of rain makes this the second month with the least amount of rain in Punta Cana and also a great moment to vacation there. The UV index starts picking up with 11 meaning sunscreen mandatory and this will last for the greater part of the year. No hurricanes or tropical storms develop in this time of the year.
Weather April
For the weather in Punta Cana during April you can expect the temperature to be bit warmer ranging from 28°C (83°F) in the middle of the day to 22°C (72°F) during the latest hours of the night. Remember since humidity picks up when there is rainy season you can expect to feel the temperature even higher than what the thermometer indicates. You can expect the UV index to be quite high (11) for the next couple of months so using sun block in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic is pretty much essential. The rainfall in the area starts picking up in this month with an average rainfall of 2.7 inches. While there is no real threat of tropical storms in this month the beginning of raining season is what you will most likely encounter. The temperature in the surface of the sea will be around 27°C (81°F).
Weather in May
The weather in Punta Cana during May can be quite humid. The temperatures in this month combined with the excessive humidity make May a very hot month. The temperatures go from 29°C (85°F) at the peak time of the day to 23°C (73°F) late at night. The rainfall during this month is around 4.9 inches making it one of the top raining months all around. If you plan to travel to Punta Cana during May better be prepared for a hot and humid environment. The UV index in this month is still very high (11). Sea temperature is normally around 27°C (81°F) which is comfortable enough for getting refreshed at the waters near the shore.
Weather
in June
This
is the month where weather in Punta Cana takes a different turn as the
hurricane season begins in the Atlantic but is unlikely for a tropical
system to get close to Punta Cana this time of the year. The high end
of the temperature this month is 30°C (86°F) at noon while late on the
night is a fresher 24°C (76°F). The sea has an average temperature at
its surface of around 28°C (82°F).
The rainfall at this month is not as high as in the previous one but nevertheless it shows a steady increase in the amount of rain received with an average of 4.1 inches. The UV index as usual is around 11 so more sunscreen is the way to go.
Weather in July
The weather in Punta Cana during this month is not that different from June. The temperature in the month of July is similar to the one in June with a 30°C (86°F) in the middle of the day and during the night it goes down to 24°C (76°F); if you take humidity into consideration the overall temperature might feel some degrees higher. The temperature at the surface of the sea around this month is around 28°C (82°F). The rainfall during the month averages 3.1 inches which is a bit lower than in June but is the norm for the rainy season that starts around May. The UV index for this month is 11 so the sun is very dangerous especially in midday.
Weather in August
The weather in Punta Cana during August becomes more agitated as in this month the hurricane season starts picking up for the Caribbean area which is an important factor considering the area of Punta Cana starts becoming a target for tropical storms during this month. The temperature in August during day can achieve 31°C (87°F) while in the night time averages around 24°C (76°F).
The temperature for the sea is a warm 29°C (84°F). This month is in fourth place of rainfall with an average of 4.1 inches. Again the UV index is 11 which is still very high. August and September are the peak months for storms and hurricanes so keeping an eye at the weather during these months is a must.
Weather in September
The weather in Punta Cana during September can get very rough. This is the peak of the hurricane season at the Atlantic Ocean. Before vacationing in the Caribbean you must keep a very close eye on the weather conditions during this month as it is the most frequent time of the year when tropical storms can affect or get very close to the area of Punta Cana. The highest temperature in this month is around 31°C (87°F) and the lowest temperature during the night reaches 24°C (75°F). The average sea surface temperature is 29°C (84°F). September is a month with a fair amount of rainfall with an average of 4.0 inches of rain. The UV index is extreme around 11 which means more sun screen.
Weather in October
The weather in Punta Cana during October tends to be less intense in terms of storm activity than the previous month. During this month the temperature in the area starts to decrease. The temperature ranges from 30°C (86°F) in the middle of the day to 23°C (74°F) at night time. While some tropical storms might hit the Dominican Republic during October it is less likely to happen than in September. Don’t forget that the very high humidity can make the temperature feel higher than it is. October is quite rainy and can be considered the month with the highest rainfall with an average of 6.0 inches of rain. The UV index for this month lowers a bit (10) but is still quite elevated. The temperature of the surface of the sea is 29°C (84°F).
Weather in
November
The weather in Punta Cana during November is quieter than in
October. November is the month when the hurricane season at the
Atlantic ends and because of that the number of tropical storms that
could affect your vacation this time of the year is relatively small.
The temperature around is about 29°C (84°F) during midday while in the
night it decreases to 23°C (73°F). The temperature of the sea surface
goes around 28°C (82°F). The rainfall in this month is about 4.6 inches
which make this month a bit heavy on rain activity. The UV index around
November is about 8 while this is low for the area it can still be a
bit dangerous if you are not careful.
Weather in December
The weather in Punta Cana during December gets a bit cooler as this month is one of the coldest months of the year in Punta Cana. During this time the temperature drops significantly and the chances of tropical storm activity are very low. Those factors are a great incentive for an unforgettable Caribbean vacation. The temperature in this month averages 28°C (82°F) in the hottest part of the day and during the night it can go to 22°C (72°F). Sea surface temperature averages a very warm 27°C (81°F). The average rainfall of the month is around 3.1 inches. The UV index for this month is approximately 7 which is the lowest that you can find on this part of the world.
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