Peak in September
Coolest in February
Heavy in October
Peak in dry season
Sea Temperature
Caribbean Sea(Mar Caribe)
Annual Average
Perfect for swimming and water sports
Based on average sea surface temperature
Mar Caribe
Punta Cana coastline
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Essential Travel Info for Punta Cana
Currency
DOP
$ Dominican peso
Language
Spanish
Driving
Right side
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Safety
High Safety
GPI: 1.99
Best Time to Visit Punta Cana
Location, climate overview & historical trends
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📍 18.5601° N, 68.3725° W
Open in Google MapsPunta Cana is a prominent destination in Dominican Republic.
Located at 18.56°N latitude,Punta Cana experiences a tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round.
Based on 30 years of data, September is the warmest month (avg. 30°C), while February is the coolest. October sees the most rain (45% chance), making March the driest month.
Historical Climate Trend
30-Year Analysis+1.32°C
Total over 30 years
+0.44°C
Per decade
Linear regression analysis of historical maximum temperatures for Punta Cana, based on 1995-2024 satellite data from NASA POWER.
Best Time to Visit
NASA POWER Data (1991-2021)January, February, March
Best months to visit
28°C
Avg High
Based on 30 years of NASA satellite data,Punta Cana receives approximately 743mm of rainfall annually. These months offer optimal temperatures and minimal rain probability for your visit.
Climate Trends
EXCLUSIVE1995-2040 Temperature Trend
1995 Avg
27.5°
2024 Avg
28.7°
2040 Proj
29.1°
+0.44°C
per decade (observed)
+0.25°C
per decade (CMIP6)
🌡️ Punta Cana has warmed by +1.3°C since 1995. By 2040, an additional +0.4°C is projected (based on CMIP6 rate of 0.25°C/decade), for a total of +1.7°C from 1995 baseline.
NASA POWER (1995-2024) + CMIP6 (CMCC_CM2_VHR4, EC_Earth3P_HR, FGOALS_f3_H, HiRAM_SIT_HR, MRI_AGCM3_2_S, NICAM16_8S)
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CDC travel health recommendations
COVID-19
All eligible travelers should be up to date with their COVID-19 vaccines. Please seeYour COVID-19 Vaccinationfor more information.
Cholera
There is no longer active cholera transmission and vaccine is not recommended.
Hepatitis A
Recommended for unvaccinated travelers one year old or older going to the Dominican Republic.Infants 6 to 11 months old should also be vaccinated against Hepatitis A. The dose does not count toward the routine 2-dose series.Travelers allergic to a vaccine component should receive a single dose of immune globulin, which provides effective protection for up to 2 months depending on dosage given.Unvaccinated travelers who are over 40 years old, are immunocompromised, or have chronic medical conditions planning to depart to a risk area in less than 2 weeks should get the initial dose of vaccine and at the same appointment receive immune globulin.
Hepatitis B
Recommended for unvaccinated travelers younger than 60 years old traveling to the Dominican Republic. Unvaccinated travelers 60 years and older may get vaccinated before traveling to the Dominican Republic.
Malaria
CDC recommends that travelers going to certain areas of the Dominican Republic take prescription medicine to prevent malaria. Depending on the medicine you take, you will need to start taking this medicine multiple days before your trip, as well as during and after your trip. Talk to your doctor about which malaria medication you should take.Transmission areasPrimarily in the provinces (including resort areas) of Azua, Elias Piña, La Altagracia, San Juan, and Santo DomingoIn the Distrito Nacional, city of Santo Domingo (the capital), primarily in the La Ciénaga and Los Tres Brazos areasRare transmission in other provincesDrug resistanceNoneSpeciesP. falciparum(100%)Recommended chemoprophylaxisProvinces (including resort areas) of Azua, Elias Piña, La Altagracia, San Juan, and Santo Domingo: Atovaquone-proguanil, chloroquine, doxycycline, mefloquine, tafenoquine2All other areas: No chemoprophylaxis recommended (insect bite precautions and mosquito avoidance only)4Updated April 23, 2025See footnotes
Measles
Cases of measles are on the rise worldwide. Travelers are at risk of measles if they have not been fully vaccinated at least two weeks prior to departure, or have not had measles in the past, and travel internationally to areas where measles is spreading.All international travelers should be fully vaccinated against measles with the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine, including an early dose for infants 6–11 months, according toCDC’s measles vaccination recommendations for international travel.
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View Complete Health GuidePunta Cana Climate Data by Month
Historical temperature and precipitation averages
| Month | Avg High (°C) | Rain Probability (%) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 26°C | 19% | ✨ Perfect |
| February | 26°C | 21% | ✨ Perfect |
| March | 27°C | 17% | ✨ Perfect |
| April | 27°C | 26% | 😊 Pleasant |
| May | 28°C | 36% | Neutral |
| June | 29°C | 34% | 😊 Pleasant |
| July | 29°C | 38% | Neutral |
| August | 29°C | 42% | 🌧️ Rainy |
| September | 30°C | 41% | 🌧️ Rainy |
| October | 29°C | 45% | 🌧️ Rainy |
| November | 28°C | 41% | 🌧️ Rainy |
| December | 27°C | 24% | ✨ Perfect |
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Punta Cana Weather FAQ
When is the best time to visit Punta Cana?
Honestly, look for months with mild temperatures (20°C-25°C) and low rain chance. Based on historical data, January, February, March are usually great choices.
When is the hottest month in Punta Cana?
September is historically the hottest month in Punta Cana with average highs of 30°C.
When does it rain the most in Punta Cana?
October typically sees the highest probability of rain (45%).
Is Punta Cana expensive?
Prices vary by season. The "Perfect" weather months usually coincide with peak tourist season and higher prices, while the rainy or cold months offer better deals.