Barahona Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
Barahona has pretty similar weather over the course of the year.
It receives a moderate amount of precipitation.
Let's now guide you through the climate details for a complete overview.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
With minimal seasonal shifts, Barahona experiences a constant climate year-round. On average, daytime temperatures range from a very warm 31°C in August to a comfortable 29°C in January.
Nighttime temperatures can drop, with average lows reaching 22°C in January. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Generally, Barahona receives mid-range precipitation levels, with 805 mm annually. The seasons in Barahona, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, October, receives high rainfall, with an average of 123 mm of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 15 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month, January, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 21 mm over 12 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year. For more details, please visit our Barahona Precipitation page.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine over the year
The sunniest days in Barahona occur in July, with around 9.7 hours of daily sunshine. Even in September, the least sunny month, Barahona doesn't shy away from the sun, still enjoying a comfortable 8.2 hours of daily sunlight. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Average humidity
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Barahona.
The city experiences its highest humidity in October, reaching 78%. In March, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 72%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Average wind speed
The mean wind speed over the year ranges from 3 m/s in January, February, May, June, August, September, October, November and December to 4 m/s in March, April and July.
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
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5 m/s
3 m/s
4 m/s
Select a Month of Interest
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
The best time of year to visit Barahona in the Dominican Republic
The best time to visit is during the drier months: January, February, March, April and December.Other facts from our historical weather data:
August has an average maximum temperature of 31°C and is the hottest month of the year.
The coolest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 29°C.
October tops the wettest month list with 123 mm of rainfall.
January is the driest month with 21 mm of precipitation.
July is the sunniest month with an average of 291 hours of sunshine.
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