Dominican Republic weather in December

In December, popular resorts in Dominican Republic (Punta Cana, Santo Domingo, Puerto Plata) average 27°C by day and 24°C at night, and the sea is about 27°C. On average 46 mm of rain falls during the month.

That is 1°C cooler than in November, and in January days average 26°C.

It is good weather for both the beach and sightseeing. The sea is warm and pleasant for swimming.

Warmest resorts in Dominican Republic in December

PlaceDayNightSeaRain
San Pedro de Macorís30°C22°C28°C43 mm
Boca Chica30°C22°C28°C43 mm
Guayacanes, San Pedro de Macoris30°C22°C28°C43 mm
La Romana29°C23°C28°C47 mm
Santo Domingo29°C22°C27°C42 mm
Bajos de Haina29°C22°C27°C42 mm
La Julia29°C22°C27°C42 mm
San Gregorio de Nigua29°C22°C27°C42 mm
Sabana de la Mar28°C22°C27°C57 mm
Santa Bárbara de Samaná28°C22°C27°C57 mm
Sánchez28°C22°C27°C57 mm
Nagua28°C23°C27°C59 mm

Dominican Republic weather in other months

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FAQ

Is it warm in Dominican Republic in December?

In December, popular resorts in Dominican Republic (Punta Cana, Santo Domingo, Puerto Plata) average 27°C by day and 24°C at night, and the sea is about 27°C. On average 46 mm of rain falls during the month. It is good weather for both the beach and sightseeing.

What is the sea temperature in Dominican Republic in December?

About 27°C on average. The warmest water is in San Pedro de Macorís (28°C).

Where is it warmest in Dominican Republic in December?

The warmest place is San Pedro de Macorís (30°C by day), followed by Boca Chica (30°C) and Guayacanes, San Pedro de Macoris (30°C).

Does it rain in Dominican Republic in December?

On average 46 mm of rain falls in the month. It is a fairly wet month, so pack a jacket.

Long-term averages from NASA POWER data (MERRA-2, 2001-2020 reanalysis, CC BY 4.0). Sea temperature is the average water surface temperature at the nearest grid point over the sea. This is climate, not a forecast for a specific day.