Douglas-Charles Airport Temperatures: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights
On this page, we’ll explore Douglas-Charles Airport’s temperature statistics in detail, including day and night variations and monthly averages. We’ll also compare the annual temperature to other cities in Dominica.
Monthly Temperature Averages
In Douglas-Charles Airport temperatures are generally consistent throughout the year. Average maximum daytime temperatures reach a warm 29°C in September. In February, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a warm 27°C. At night, expect even cooler temperatures, with lows averaging around 24°C.
The chart below illustrates the average maximum day and minimum night temperatures in Douglas-Charles Airport by month:
The lowest temperatures typically occur between 4 AM and 6 AM, while the peak temperatures are generally observed around 3 PM, coinciding with the sun’s strongest heating effect. September, the city’s warmest month, enjoys 212 hours of sunshine.
The chart below shows the average temperature throughout the year:
February, the city’s coldest month, sees about 46 mm of rainfall spread over roughly 14 days. It records 201 hours of sunshine of sunshine.
Annual Temperatures in Dominica Compared
The map below shows the annual temperature across Dominica. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.






Douglas-Charles Airport Temperatures Compared World Wide
Douglas-Charles Airport’s average annual maximum temperature is 28°C. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:
In Barcelona, Spain, the average annual temperature is around 21°C, resulting in warm summers and mild winters throughout the year.
In contrast, in Oslo, Norway, the average annual temperature is significantly lower at 10°C, with mild summers and cold winters.
Beijing, China, experiences more extreme temperature shifts, but still averaging 20°C annually.
In Tokyo, Japan, the average annual temperature is 21°C, expect warmer summers and milder winters.
How does the temperature feel?
Humidity is an essential factor in how you experience temperature. When a warm period is accompanied by high humidity, it results in a higher perceived temperature. This is especially true when temperatures exceed 25°C, as it can cause greater discomfort.
In Douglas-Charles Airport, during the coolest month, February, you will experience 67% humidity, which is considered high. This is accompanied by an average maximum temperature of 27°C. In the warmest month, September, the humidity is 72% combined with an average maximum temperature of 29°C, which creates a high-feel temperature. Explore our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
How are these Temperatures Measured?
Generally, temperature data depicting climate is usually given over a 30-year average in order to reduce short-term fluctuations and reveal better long-term trends in climate conditions.
This temperature data is taken from land-based thermometers, ocean buoys, ships, and satellites. These measurements are transmitted to weather stations and climate centers around the globe where they are processed, averaged, and analyzed in order to monitor the trends and create climate models.
Temperatures in the Mountains
Although not all regions have mountains, elevated areas exhibit distinct temperature variations.
- Sun Exposure: Sunlit slopes tend to be warmer, while shaded areas remain cooler.
- Altitude Effects: Temperatures drop by approximately 6°C for every 1,000 meters of elevation, creating distinct microclimates.
For more detailed information about Douglas-Charles Airport’s weather, including monthly rainfall, sunshine hours, and humidity levels, visit our Douglas-Charles Airport climate page.