Santo Domingo weather in August (Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic)

Planning a trip to Santo Domingo in August? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.

In August, Santo Domingo typically experiences very high temperatures and high rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 31°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 25°C. Typically, it's the hottest month of the year. Make sure to come prepared with breezy outfits. Whether you're out exploring or just lounging, being prepared can make your experience in this warm month much more enjoyable.

Santo Domingo in August usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 151 mm for the month. It records the year's peak rainfall, often coming down quite heavily. We recommend bringing a poncho, which will keep you dry. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 15 days of rain.

The city usually sees around 235 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, August may not be the ideal month to visit Santo Domingo. January, February, March and December typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, May, June, July, August, September and October tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Santo Domingo, monthly averages in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 25°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 31°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 29°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 49%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 151 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 15 days  
HumidityHumidity 85%  
WindspeedWindspeed 7 km/h  
SunshineSunshine 235 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in the Dominican Republic in August

Find out more about the weather in the Dominican Republic in August 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 Santo Domingo in August?

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. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case. With a water temperature of around 29°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 August.

Swimming
8/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

Interested in more climate information?

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