Dominican Republic weather in January
In January, popular resorts in Dominican Republic (Punta Cana, Santo Domingo, Puerto Plata) average 26°C by day and 23°C at night, and the sea is about 27°C. On average 38 mm of rain falls during the month.
That is 1°C cooler than in December, and in February 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 January
| Place | Day | Night | Sea | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Pedro de Macorís | 29°C | 22°C | 27°C | 31 mm |
| Boca Chica | 29°C | 22°C | 27°C | 31 mm |
| Guayacanes, San Pedro de Macoris | 29°C | 22°C | 27°C | 31 mm |
| La Romana | 29°C | 22°C | 27°C | 38 mm |
| Santo Domingo | 29°C | 21°C | 27°C | 24 mm |
| Bajos de Haina | 29°C | 21°C | 27°C | 24 mm |
| La Julia | 29°C | 21°C | 27°C | 24 mm |
| San Gregorio de Nigua | 29°C | 21°C | 27°C | 24 mm |
| Sabana de la Mar | 28°C | 21°C | 26°C | 45 mm |
| Santa Bárbara de Samaná | 28°C | 21°C | 26°C | 45 mm |
| Sánchez | 28°C | 21°C | 26°C | 45 mm |
| Nagua | 28°C | 22°C | 26°C | 52 mm |
Dominican Republic weather in other months
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FAQ
Is it warm in Dominican Republic in January?
In January, popular resorts in Dominican Republic (Punta Cana, Santo Domingo, Puerto Plata) average 26°C by day and 23°C at night, and the sea is about 27°C. On average 38 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 January?
About 27°C on average. The warmest water is in La Romana (27°C).
Where is it warmest in Dominican Republic in January?
The warmest place is San Pedro de Macorís (29°C by day), followed by Boca Chica (29°C) and Guayacanes, San Pedro de Macoris (29°C).
Does it rain in Dominican Republic in January?
On average 38 mm of rain falls in the month. Rain happens, but usually in short showers.
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.