A Look at Punta Cana Weather

The weather in the Dominican Republic remains tropical
year-round with the temperatures averaging around 25°C (77°F).
The summer and winter seasons differ by only a slight variation
in temperature. Visitors coming to the Dominican Republic,
practically any time of the year can expect to be treated with
extended periods of blue sunny skies -- ideal weather for
getting a nice tan. 

The best time to visit Punta Cana is during the "cool" season
from November to April. During these months, the weather is
pleasantly warm with relatively low levels of humidity and low
precipitation. Temperatures along the coast are constant around
29°C (84°F) during the day and drop to a comfortable 20°C (68°F)
at night.

The "hot" season runs roughly from May to October when the
average temperature rises to 31°C (87°F) during the daytime and
drops to about 22°C (72°F) at night. But with the high humidity
levels during this season, the temperature feels much hotter.
Rains do bring some respite from the heat during May through
August, but usually this turns out to be no more than a
30-minute tropical shower. It is advised that travelers pack
light and include a lot of cool and light fitting cotton
clothing.

Despite such minimal difference between the temperatures in
summer and winter, the climate tends to vary a lot from year to
year due to the influence of the weather phenomena known as "El
Niño" and "La Niña" among others. The greatest threat to the
Dominican Republic comes from hurricanes. The Caribbean
hurricane season lasts from June 1 to November 30. August and
September are the more hurricane-prone months. The major resorts
have become adept at getting back on their feet quickly after a
hurricane. 

As in most tropical areas, in Punta Cana too the menace of
mosquitoes looms large. The mosquitoes usually appear after dusk
but they are seasonal and more noticeable in the rainy season.
Visitors are advised to wear long, comfortable cotton pants
after dusk and use insect repellent sprays before venturing
outside.