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Thinking of visiting Santo Domingo in December? Expect high temperatures reaching 29°C (84°F) during the day, dropping to 22°C (72°F) at night, with some rainfall likely.
If your ideal day consists of dry skies and pleasant temperatures, January, February, March and December typically offer the best circumstances for Santo Domingo.
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Santo Domingo - and find the best time to visit.
48-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Santo Domingo typically stay consistent throughout December, with daily highs averaging around 29°C (84°F). Nights are warm, with lows around 21°C (70°F).
48-year average (1976-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Browse day-by-day weather records for Santo Domingo spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
According to our 30 years of weather records for Santo Domingo, the following extremes were recorded between 1995 and 2025.
Find out more about the weather in the Dominican Republic and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of the Dominican Republic in December →
Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
Warm temperatures in December make for comfortable sightseeing weather. Pack breathable fabrics like cotton shirts, knee-length shorts or skirts, and comfortable walking shoes. A thin long sleeve for indoor spaces is handy. Rain gear is recommended, you can expect wet weather on multiple days. Expect water temperatures of around 27°C (81°F), which is ideal for taking a refreshing dip. Bring swimwear and consider packing a towel for drying off. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity Wind Speed Water Temp
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