Annual average weather for Puerto Plata Province, Dominican Republic

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Annual Average Weather for Puerto Plata Province, Dominican Republic

The annual average maximum daily temperature is 30.2°C (86.3°F) which is very hot and perfect for sunbathing on clear days. The annual average water temperature is typically 27.5°C (81.4°F) which is very warm and ideal for relaxing and swimming for the whole day. Annually there are on average 11.9 days of rain per month and 7.5 hours of sun per day.

When is the best time to visit Puerto Plata Province?

The best months to visit Puerto Plata Province are February, March, April, June, for the best beach weather, the most sunshine and optimal sunbathing and swimming conditions with the least chance of rain.

The sea is best for swimming between June and November when the sea temperature is above the average 27°C (81°F) which is very warm and ideal for relaxing and swimming for the whole day.

Can you sunbathe in Puerto Plata Province year round?

Yes, you can sunbathe in Puerto Plata Province all year round.

The coolest month in Puerto Plata Province is January when the average maximum temperature is 28°C (82°F), average temperature is 24°C (75°F) and average minimum temperature is 20°C (69°F).

More info about the annual temperatures and sunshine.

Can you swim in Puerto Plata Province year round?

Yes, you can swim in Puerto Plata Province all year round.

The warmest sea water temperatures in Puerto Plata Province are found in September when they peak at 29°C (83°F) and lowest in March when they dip to 26°C (80°F).

The sea is excellent for swimming all year round as the water temperature is very warm and ideal for relaxing and swimming for the whole day.

More info about the annual sea temperatures

When is the hottest month in Puerto Plata Province?

The hottest month in Puerto Plata Province is August when the average maximum temperature is very hot and perfect for sunbathing on clear days 32°C (90°F), average temperature is 28°C (83°F) and average minimum temperature is 24°C (76°F).

More info about the annual temperatures and sunshine.

When is the coldest month in Puerto Plata Province?

The coolest month in Puerto Plata Province is January when the average maximum temperature is 28°C (82°F), average temperature is 24°C (75°F) and average minimum temperature is 20°C (69°F).

More info about the annual temperatures and sunshine

When is the sunniest month in Puerto Plata Province?

The sunniest days in Puerto Plata Province are in July which has the most hours of sunshine per day. In July the sunshine percentage is 65% making it sunny but overcast at times. The hours of sunshine per day are 8.6hrs making the days long and bright.

More info about the annual sunshine.

When is the least sunny month in Puerto Plata Province?

December has the least sunshine. In December the sunshine percentage is 54% making it quite sunny but with occasional periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 5.9 hours of sunshine per day.

More info about the annual sunshine.

When is the driest month in Puerto Plata Province?

The driest month in Puerto Plata Province is March with 5.7cm (2.2inches) of rain and June has the fewest days of rain with 8.1 days with some rain, a quite rainy time to visit the beach.

More info about the annual rainfall

When is the wettest month in Puerto Plata Province?

The wettest month in Puerto Plata Province is November with 18.7cm (7.4inches) of rain and October has the most days of rain with 15.1 days with some rain, a wet time to visit the beach.

More info about the annual rainfall.

When is the sea the coldest in Puerto Plata Province?

The coldest sea water temperatures in Puerto Plata Province are found in March when they dip to 26°C (80°F) which is very warm and ideal for relaxing and swimming for the whole day.

More info about the annual sea temperatures.

When is the sea the warmest in Puerto Plata Province?

The warmest sea water temperatures in Puerto Plata Province are found in September when they peak at 29°C (83°F) which is very warm and ideal for relaxing and swimming for the whole day.

More info about the annual sea temperatures.

When is the most humid month in Puerto Plata Province?

The most humid month in Puerto Plata Province is August with a dew point (an indicator of humidity) of 26°C (79°F) which is very uncomfortable and fairly oppressive unless you are on a beach. At night you would most likely require airconditioning.

More info about the annual humidity.

When is the least humid month in Puerto Plata Province?

The least humid month in Puerto Plata Province is March with a dew point of 23°C (73°F) which is very humid and quite uncomfortable for most unless you are on a beach. At night you would most likely require a fan.

More info about the annual humidity.

When is the windiest month in Puerto Plata Province?

The most windy month in Puerto Plata Province is August when the average maximum windspeed is 27KM/H (17MPH) and the average wind speed is 10KM/H (6MPH).

More info about the annual wind conditions.

Annual Temperature for Puerto Plata Province

The hottest month in Puerto Plata Province is August when the average maximum temperature is 32°C (90°F), average temperature is 28°C (83°F) and average minimum temperature is 24°C (76°F).

The coolest month in Puerto Plata Province is January when the average maximum temperature is 28°C (28°F), average temperature is 24°C (75°F) and average minimum temperature is 20°C (69°F).

Annual Sunshine for Puerto Plata Province

The longest days in Puerto Plata Province are in June, with an average of 13.3 hours of daylight per day. December has the shortest days with an average of 10.9 hours of daylight per day.

The sunniest days in Puerto Plata Province are in July which has the most hours of sunshine per day. The sunshine percentage is 65% making it sunny but overcast at times. The hours of sunshine per day are 8.6hrs making the days long and bright.

December has the least sunshine. The sunshine percentage is 54% making it quite sunny but with occasional periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 5.9 hours of sunshine per day.

The ultraviolet index is the highest in April when it reaches 13.2 and lowest in December when it reaches 7.

An ultraviolet index reading above 11 indicates an extreme risk of harm from unprotected sun exposure. Unprotected skin risks burning in less than 10 minutes. Take all precautions because unprotected skin and eyes can burn in minutes. Tanning will be safest before 10am and after 4pm but only with a good application of sun screen. For those with sensitive skin stay in the shade and wear protective clothing, a wide-brimmed hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Generously apply broad spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen every 2 hours, even on cloudy days. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.

Annual Sea Temperature for Puerto Plata Province

The warmest sea water temperatures in Puerto Plata Province are found in September when they peak at 29°C (83°F) and lowest in March when they dip to 26°C (80°F).

The sea is excellent for swimming all year round as the water temperature is very warm and ideal for relaxing and swimming for the whole day.

Annual Rainfall for Puerto Plata Province

The wettest month in Puerto Plata Province is November with 18.7cm (7.4inches) of rain and October has the most days of rain with 15.1 days with some rain, a wet time to visit the beach.

The driest month in Puerto Plata Province is March with 5.7cm (2.2inches) of rain and June has the fewest days of rain with 8.1 days with some rain, a quite rainy time to visit the beach.

Annual Humidity for Puerto Plata Province

The most humid month in Puerto Plata Province is August with a dew point (an indicator of humidity) of 26°C (79°F) which is very uncomfortable and fairly oppressive unless you are on a beach. At night you would most likely require airconditioning.

The least humid month in Puerto Plata Province is March with a dew point of 23°C (73°F) which is very humid and quite uncomfortable for most unless you are on a beach. At night you would most likely require a fan.

Annual Wind Speed for Puerto Plata Province

The most windy month in Puerto Plata Province is August when the average maximum windspeed is 27KM/H (17MPH) and the average wind speed is 10KM/H (6MPH).

The least windy month in Puerto Plata Province is November when the average maximum windspeed is 21KM/H (13MPH) and the average wind speed is 7KM/H (4MPH).

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