Dominican Republic

Dominican Republic Weather in April

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in the Dominican Republic in April.

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Are you planning a trip a to the Dominican Republic in April and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in the Dominican Republic in April

April in the Dominican Republic generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy.

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from warm in Constanza at 24°C (75°F) to very warm in San Francisco de Macorís at 31°C (88°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 21°C (70°F) in San Francisco de Macorís and 16°C (61°F) in Constanza.

For specific regional insights in the Dominican Republic, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In April, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in San Fernando de Monte Cristi with an average of 40 mm (1.6 in) to heavy rainfall in Constanza with 170 mm (6.7 in).

Average sunshine

Many locations offer abundant sunshine during this month. For instance, Punta Cana enjoys approximately 265 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Best Places to Visit in the Dominican Republic in April

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in the Dominican Republic

What is the weather like in April for some of the most popular destinations in the Dominican Republic?

Temperature range in the Dominican Republic (April)

Precipitation variation in the Dominican Republic (April)

Punta Cana

In April Punta Cana generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
277 hours
265 hours
249 hours
Monthly rainfall
47 mm (1.9 in)
62 mm (2.4 in)
106 mm (4.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
11 days
13 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Punta Cana →

Santo Domingo

In April Santo Domingo generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
252 hours
247 hours
231 hours
Monthly rainfall
46 mm (1.8 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
129 mm (5.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
10 days
12 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
tolerable
Climate in Santo Domingo →

Las Terrenas

In April Las Terrenas generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
30°C (86°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly rainfall
64 mm (2.5 in)
88 mm (3.5 in)
133 mm (5.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
11 days
13 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
tolerable
Climate in Las Terrenas →

Sosúa

In April Sosúa generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
28°C (82°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly rainfall
82 mm (3.2 in)
82 mm (3.2 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
10 days
13 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Sosúa →

Bayahibe

In April Bayahibe generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
277 hours
268 hours
247 hours
Monthly rainfall
33 mm (1.3 in)
51 mm (2 in)
96 mm (3.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
11 days
13 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Bayahibe →

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In our records: the Dominican Republic April extremes

Notable April records observed across cities in the Dominican Republic in our climate database (1994 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • From our sources, the wettest April day in the Dominican Republic brought 382 mm (15 in) in Santa Cruz de Barahona on April 24, 2017.

Popular cities in April

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in the Dominican Republic in April.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Punta Cana 28°C (82°F) 24°C (75°F) 62 mm (2.4 in)
Santo Domingo 30°C (86°F) 23°C (73°F) 72 mm (2.8 in)
Sosúa 28°C (82°F) 23°C (73°F) 82 mm (3.2 in)
Bayahibe 30°C (86°F) 24°C (75°F) 51 mm (2 in)
Santiago de los Caballeros 30°C (86°F) 20°C (68°F) 95 mm (3.7 in)
Jarabacoa 27°C (81°F) 17°C (63°F) 157 mm (6.2 in)

The Dominican Republic weather in April: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Dominican Republic in April?

Expect perfect weather across the Dominican Republic in April. The popular destination of Punta Cana averages 28°C (82°F) by day and 24°C (75°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in the Dominican Republic in April?

In Punta Cana, the average daytime high in April is 28°C (82°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 24°C (75°F).

Does the Dominican Republic get a lot of rain in April?

Not particularly. Punta Cana averages just 62 mm (2.4 in) of rain in April, making it a mostly dry month for the Dominican Republic.

Is April a Good Time to Visit the Dominican Republic?

We believe that April is one of the best times to visit the Dominican Republic with overall perfect weather in Punta Cana. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

On average, the best time to visit the Dominican Republic is in January, February, March, April and December with generally perfect weather in Punta Cana. In contrast, August, September and October tend to have unpleasant weather conditions.

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