Punta Cana
La Altagracia, Dominican Republic
When is the best time to visit Punta Cana?
Monthly averages. The current month is highlighted.
High and low temperature
Rain millimetres per month
The climate in numbers
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 28.4 °C | 21.1 °C | 85 mm | 11.1 h |
| February | 28.9 °C | 21.1 °C | 63 mm | 11.6 h |
| March | 28.9 °C | 21.6 °C | 50 mm | 12.0 h |
| April | 29.7 °C | 22.4 °C | 65 mm | 12.6 h |
| May | 30.2 °C | 23.4 °C | 129 mm | 13.0 h |
| June | 31.1 °C | 24.1 °C | 94 mm | 13.2 h |
| July | 31.7 °C | 24.1 °C | 85 mm | 13.1 h |
| August | 31.9 °C | 24.2 °C | 107 mm | 12.8 h |
| September | 31.8 °C | 24.0 °C | 135 mm | 12.2 h |
| October | 31.4 °C | 23.7 °C | 124 mm | 11.7 h |
| November | 30.2 °C | 22.8 °C | 131 mm | 11.3 h |
| December | 29.3 °C | 21.8 °C | 91 mm | 11.0 h |
Plan your trip to Punta Cana
Tours in Punta Cana
Tours, tickets and activities to book ahead.
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What to wear in Punta Cana
January in Punta Cana: hot, with highs of 28 °C and lows of 21 °C. Light clothes are enough.
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Base layer Light cotton or linen T-shirts
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Jacket Light windbreaker
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Shoes Closed, water-resistant shoes
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Accessory Folding umbrella
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Accessory Sunglasses
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Accessory Sunscreen
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Accessory Cap or hat
No need for warm layer.
February in Punta Cana: hot, with highs of 29 °C and lows of 21 °C. Light clothes are enough.
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Base layer Light cotton or linen T-shirts
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Jacket Light windbreaker
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Shoes Sandals or light sneakers
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Accessory Sunglasses
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Accessory Sunscreen
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Accessory Cap or hat
No need for warm layer.
March in Punta Cana: hot, with highs of 29 °C and lows of 22 °C. Light clothes are enough.
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Base layer Light cotton or linen T-shirts
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Jacket Light windbreaker
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Shoes Sandals or light sneakers
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Accessory Sunglasses
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Accessory Sunscreen
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Accessory Cap or hat
No need for warm layer.
April in Punta Cana: hot, with highs of 30 °C and lows of 22 °C. Light clothes are enough.
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Base layer Light cotton or linen T-shirts
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Jacket Light windbreaker
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Shoes Sandals or light sneakers
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Accessory Sunglasses
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Accessory Sunscreen
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Accessory Cap or hat
No need for warm layer.
May in Punta Cana: hot, with highs of 30 °C and lows of 23 °C. Light clothes are enough.
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Base layer Light cotton or linen T-shirts
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Jacket Light windbreaker
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Shoes Closed, water-resistant shoes
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Accessory Folding umbrella
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Accessory Sunglasses
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Accessory Sunscreen
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Accessory Cap or hat
No need for warm layer.
- It is one of the wettest months, with 129 mm. Bring something waterproof.
- Middays are very hot: wear light, breathable clothes and keep water at hand.
June in Punta Cana: hot, with highs of 31 °C and lows of 24 °C. Light clothes are enough.
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Base layer Light cotton or linen T-shirts
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Jacket Light windbreaker
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Shoes Closed, water-resistant shoes
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Accessory Folding umbrella
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Accessory Sunglasses
-
Accessory Sunscreen
-
Accessory Cap or hat
No need for warm layer.
- Middays are very hot: wear light, breathable clothes and keep water at hand.
July in Punta Cana: hot, with highs of 32 °C and lows of 24 °C. Light clothes are enough.
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Base layer Light cotton or linen T-shirts
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Jacket Light windbreaker
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Shoes Closed, water-resistant shoes
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Accessory Folding umbrella
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Accessory Sunglasses
-
Accessory Sunscreen
-
Accessory Cap or hat
No need for warm layer.
- Middays are very hot: wear light, breathable clothes and keep water at hand.
August in Punta Cana: hot, with highs of 32 °C and lows of 24 °C. Light clothes are enough.
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Base layer Light cotton or linen T-shirts
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Jacket Light windbreaker
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Shoes Closed, water-resistant shoes
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Accessory Folding umbrella
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Accessory Sunglasses
-
Accessory Sunscreen
-
Accessory Cap or hat
No need for warm layer.
- It is one of the wettest months, with 107 mm. Bring something waterproof.
- Middays are very hot: wear light, breathable clothes and keep water at hand.
September in Punta Cana: hot, with highs of 32 °C and lows of 24 °C. Light clothes are enough.
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Base layer Light cotton or linen T-shirts
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Jacket Light windbreaker
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Shoes Closed, water-resistant shoes
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Accessory Folding umbrella
-
Accessory Sunglasses
-
Accessory Sunscreen
-
Accessory Cap or hat
No need for warm layer.
- It is one of the wettest months, with 135 mm. Bring something waterproof.
- Middays are very hot: wear light, breathable clothes and keep water at hand.
October in Punta Cana: hot, with highs of 31 °C and lows of 24 °C. Light clothes are enough.
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Base layer Light cotton or linen T-shirts
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Jacket Light windbreaker
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Shoes Closed, water-resistant shoes
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Accessory Folding umbrella
-
Accessory Sunglasses
-
Accessory Sunscreen
-
Accessory Cap or hat
No need for warm layer.
- It is one of the wettest months, with 124 mm. Bring something waterproof.
- Middays are very hot: wear light, breathable clothes and keep water at hand.
November in Punta Cana: hot, with highs of 30 °C and lows of 23 °C. Light clothes are enough.
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Base layer Light cotton or linen T-shirts
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Jacket Light windbreaker
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Shoes Closed, water-resistant shoes
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Accessory Folding umbrella
-
Accessory Sunglasses
-
Accessory Sunscreen
-
Accessory Cap or hat
No need for warm layer.
- It is one of the wettest months, with 131 mm. Bring something waterproof.
- Middays are very hot: wear light, breathable clothes and keep water at hand.
December in Punta Cana: hot, with highs of 29 °C and lows of 22 °C. Light clothes are enough.
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Base layer Light cotton or linen T-shirts
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Jacket Light windbreaker
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Shoes Closed, water-resistant shoes
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Accessory Folding umbrella
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Accessory Sunglasses
-
Accessory Sunscreen
-
Accessory Cap or hat
No need for warm layer.
Curious facts about Punta Cana
- The temperature barely changes over the year: the average high goes from 28° to 32°.
- It never gets cold: the average low of the coolest month is 21°.
Nearby destinations
Straight-line distance and temperature in October.
More destinations
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New York City
United States
October: 18° / 11°
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Barcelona
Spain
October: 23° / 15°
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Paris
France
October: 17° / 10°
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London
United Kingdom
October: 16° / 10°
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Los Angeles
United States
October: 23° / 15°
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Berlin
Germany
October: 14° / 7°
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Amsterdam
Kingdom of the Netherlands
October: 15° / 8°
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Istanbul
Turkey
October: 20° / 13°
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Chicago
United States
October: 18° / 8°
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Madrid
Spain
October: 20° / 11°
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Sydney
Australia
October: 24° / 15°
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Mexico City
Mexico
October: 23° / 13°