San Felipe de Puerto Plata Temperatures: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights
On this page, we’ll explore San Felipe de Puerto Plata’s temperature statistics in detail, including day and night variations and monthly averages. We’ll also compare the annual temperature to other cities in the Dominican Republic.
Monthly Temperature Averages
The temperature in San Felipe de Puerto Plata remains steady throughout the year, providing a consistently very warm climate. On average, maximum daytime temperatures range from a very warm 31°C in August to a warm 28°C in January. Nighttime temperatures can drop, with averages reaching 22°C in January.
The chart below illustrates the average maximum day and minimum night temperatures in San Felipe de Puerto Plata by month:
The lowest temperatures typically occur between 4 AM and 6 AM, while the peak temperatures are generally observed around 3 PM, when the sun's heating is most intense.
The chart below shows the average temperature throughout the year:
January, the city’s coldest month, sees about 78 mm of rainfall spread over roughly 13 days.
Annual Temperatures in the Dominican Republic Compared
The map below shows the annual temperature across the Dominican Republic. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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San Felipe de Puerto Plata Temperatures Compared World Wide
San Felipe de Puerto Plata’s average annual maximum temperature is 30°C. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:
In Lisbon, Portugal, the average annual temperature is 21°C, offering warm summers and mild, rainy winters.
In Toronto, Canada, the average annual temperature is 13°C, with snowy winters and warm summers.
The climate in San Francisco, USA, is mild, with an average annual temperature of 19°C and minimal seasonal variation.
Melbourne, Australia, has a slightly cooler climate, with an average annual temperature of 20°C.
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 San Felipe de Puerto Plata, during the coolest month, January, you will experience 84% humidity, which is considered very high. This is accompanied by an average maximum temperature of 28°C. In the warmest month, August, the humidity is 77% combined with an average maximum temperature of 31°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.
Global Warming and Its Effects
Climate change is affecting worldwide temperatures, including in San Felipe de Puerto Plata. It has massive impacts on both local and global levels:
- Global Temperature Rise: The average global land and sea temperatures have risen by about 1.2°C since pre-industrial times.
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Local Impacts: Most regions of the world are witnessing warmer winters with fewer frost and snowfall days. The global frequency and severity of heatwaves have increased. For example, Europe's summers of 2018, 2019, and 2020 all broke records. Summers are also becoming drier; however, during winter, inland regions have experienced increased rainfall. This has caused elevated river levels and more cases of flooding.
Many countries are experiencing earlier springs and later autumns. This is why some bird species have shifted their migration dates.
For more detailed information about San Felipe de Puerto Plata’s weather, including monthly rainfall, sunshine hours, and humidity levels, visit our San Felipe de Puerto Plata climate page.
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