Haiti

Haiti Weather & Climate: Monthly Averages

Monthly climate averages for Haiti, temperatures, rainfall and the best time to visit.

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Port-au-Prince Cap-Haïtien Pétionville Montrouis

Climate overview of Haiti

Haiti is located in a tropical climate zone, characterized by hot temperatures throughout the year. During the day, temperatures are typically around or above 30°C (86°F), and at night they rarely drop below 20°C (68°F), except for in higher inland areas where temperatures can fall to just over 10°C (50°F).

The best time to visit Haiti is from November until March, when average daytime temperatures range between 32°C (90°F) and 33°C (91°F) and nighttime temperatures are between 22°C (72°F) and 23°C (73°F). The rainy season occurs from May until July, but even during this time, rainfall is typically limited to an hour or two in the evenings. It's worth noting that hurricane season in Haiti starts in July and runs until October.

In the upper interior of Haiti, temperatures are generally around 10°C (50°F) cooler than in other areas of the country.

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Port-au-Prince Cap-Haïtien Pétionville Montrouis Cotterelle

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Average daily temperature, monthly rainfall & sunshine hours across cities.

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Average daytime and nighttime temperatures, yearly rainfall and sunshine.


Port-au-Prince	28°C (82°F) – 31°C (88°F)	18°C (64°F) – 22°C (72°F)	1431 mm (56 in)	3,115 hours
Cap-Haïtien	27°C (81°F) – 30°C (86°F)	22°C (72°F) – 26°C (79°F)	1162 mm (46 in)	—
Pétionville	28°C (82°F) – 30°C (86°F)	18°C (64°F) – 22°C (72°F)	1640 mm (65 in)	3,115 hours
Montrouis	28°C (82°F) – 31°C (88°F)	22°C (72°F) – 26°C (79°F)	677 mm (27 in)	3,115 hours
Cotterelle	27°C (81°F) – 29°C (84°F)	21°C (70°F) – 24°C (75°F)	1172 mm (46 in)	3,115 hours

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FAQ

What is the best time to visit Haiti?

The warmest month in Port-au-Prince is July, with daytime highs of 31°C (88°F). Port-au-Prince is the sunniest destination, with 282 hours of sunshine in August. Haiti has a distinct dry season from December to January. Explore Haiti weather by month for a detailed breakdown.

What temperatures can I expect in Haiti?

Port-au-Prince is the warmest destination, reaching 31°C (88°F) in July with nights around 22°C (72°F). Cotterelle is the coolest, with January daytime highs of just 27°C (81°F) and nights dropping to 21°C (70°F). Temperatures are relatively stable throughout the year. See the city comparison for a full overview.

How much rain does Haiti get?

Rainfall varies across Haiti. Pétionville is the wettest, receiving 1640 mm (65 in) per year, with May the wettest month at 238 mm (9.4 in). Montrouis is the driest at 677 mm (27 in) per year. Use the climate map to explore rainfall patterns across regions.

How sunny is Haiti?

Port-au-Prince is the sunniest destination in Haiti, enjoying 3,115 hours of sunshine per year, with August the brightest month at 282 hours. Overall, Haiti enjoys abundant sunshine year-round. Compare sunshine across cities in the charts above.

What is the climate like across Haiti?

Port-au-Prince has very warm summers reaching 31°C (88°F) in July and warm winters dropping to 28°C (82°F), with 3,115 hours of sunshine and 1431 mm (56 in) of rain per year. Cap-Haïtien has warm summers reaching 30°C (86°F) in August and warm winters dropping to 27°C (81°F), with 0 hours of sunshine and 1162 mm (46 in) of rain per year. Pétionville has very warm summers reaching 30°C (86°F) in July and warm winters dropping to 28°C (82°F), with 3,115 hours of sunshine and 1640 mm (65 in) of rain per year. Explore the climate charts and comparison table for more cities.