Dominican Republic weather in January - temperature, rain and is it a good time to visit?

January is one of the best months for a holiday in Dominican Republic.
Daytime
29°
Night
19°
☀️ Day length
11 h 08 min
Chance of rain
37%
Thunder days
1%
Humid days
100%
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In January, Dominican Republic averages about 29° during the day and 19° at night. There's a moderate chance of rain (about 37%).

Dominican Republic weather all year - average temperatures and rain

MonthDayNightChance of rain
January 29℃19℃37%
February ★ 29℃19℃32%
March ★ 30℃20℃35%
April 31℃21℃29%
May 31℃22℃47%
June 32℃23℃35%
July 32℃24℃30%
August 33℃24℃38%
September 32℃23℃39%
October 32℃23℃40%
November 30℃21℃53%
December ★ 29℃20℃44%
★ - months most often recommended for travel

Where is it warmest in Dominican Republic in January? Weather by city

PlaceDayNight🌊 SeaChance of rain
San Francisco de Macorís 29℃18℃-42%
Concepcion de La Vega 29℃18℃-42%
Santiago de los Caballeros 29℃18℃-42%
Moca 29℃18℃-42%
La Romana 29℃20℃28℃16%
Punta Cana 28℃22℃27℃36%
Salvaleon de Higüey 28℃22℃27℃36%
Travelling soon? Check the live 14-day weather forecast for Dominican Republic.

Dominican Republic weather - other months

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