Puerto Plata weather in December (Greater Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic)

What can you expect from the weather in Puerto Plata during December? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.

In Puerto Plata the weather in December is generally perfect, characterized by high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 28°C, while nights can cool down to about 23°C.

Puerto Plata in December usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 83 mm for the month. Rain is expected on roughly 14 days.

If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, December is a great time to visit. January, February, March, April and December generally stand out with the best circumstances. While May, June, July, August, September, October and November tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Puerto Plata climate page with graphs.

 

Puerto Plata, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 23°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 28°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 27°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 46%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 83 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 14 days  
HumidityHumidity 81%  
WindspeedWindspeed 7 km/h  

Where to go in the Dominican Republic in December

Find out more about the weather in the Dominican Republic in December and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Puerto Plata in December?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. With a water temperature of around 27°C this is a great month to swim so bring your swimwear.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in December.

Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
8/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

Interested in more climate information?

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