Port-au-Prince Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Port-au-Prince, Haiti, has a stable climate with little temperature variation across the year. Average daytime temperatures hover around 29°C (84°F), peaking in July at 31°C (88°F) and dipping in January to 28°C (82°F).
The city has a wet climate, receiving around 1431 mm (56 in) of rainfall per year. Despite the high annual total, it has a distinct dry season from December to January. May is the wettest month. August is the sunniest month, averaging 9.4 hours of sunshine per day.
Monthly Temperature in Port-au-Prince
With minimal seasonal shifts, Port-au-Prince experiences a constant climate year-round. On average, daytime temperatures range from a very warm 31°C (88°F) in July to a comfortable 28°C (82°F) in January.
Nighttime temperatures range from 22°C (72°F) in July to 18°C (64°F) in January.
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Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Port-au-Prince
Port-au-Prince has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1431 mm (56 in) of rainfall per year. The seasons in Port-au-Prince bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, May, receives heavy rainfall, with an average of 214 mm (8.4 in) of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 12 rainy days.
In contrast, the driest month, January, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 25 mm (1 in) over 11 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year. For more details, please visit our Port-au-Prince Precipitation page.
The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine Hours in Port-au-Prince
The sunniest days in Port-au-Prince occur in August, with around 9.4 hours of daily sunshine. Even in June, the least sunny month, Port-au-Prince doesn't shy away from the sun, still enjoying a comfortable 7.9 hours of daily sunlight.
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Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Water Temperature in Port-au-Prince
The mean water temperature over the year ranges from 26°C (79°F) in March to 29°C (84°F) in July.
Water temperature over the year
Humidity in Port-au-Prince by Month
The relative humidity is moderate throughout the year in Port-au-Prince.
The city experiences its highest humidity in October, reaching 56%. In July, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 43%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Port-au-Prince 3-Day Forecast
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Best Time to Visit Port-au-Prince
With its warm weather, Port-au-Prince experiences temperatures from 28°C (82°F) to 31°C (88°F) throughout the year. January, February and December offers the driest weather, which makes it a good time to visit.It's smart to plan your activities during the cooler morning hours or take advantage of the refreshing evenings.
Note that May, August, September and October make up the rainy season, with heavier precipitation expected. Seeking the perfect travel destination for this year? We've created a tool that suggests locations matching your desired weather. Let our weather planner guide your travel decisions.
