Dominican Republic

Dominican Republic Weather in December

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

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Planning a getaway to the Dominican Republic this December and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in the Dominican Republic in December

December in the Dominican Republic generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, with precipitation levels ranging from low to high.

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between warm in Constanza at 23°C (73°F) to very warm in La Romana at 30°C (86°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 23°C (73°F) in La Romana and 14°C (57°F) in Constanza.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of the Dominican Republic, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Las Salinas with an average of 24 mm (0.9 in) to high rainfall in Cabarete with 107 mm (4.2 in).

Average sunshine

Several destinations enjoy plenty of sunshine this month. Punta Cana sees close to 233 hours of sunlight, making it great for sun lovers.

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Best Places to Visit in the Dominican Republic in December

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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 December for some of the most popular destinations in the Dominican Republic?

Temperature range in the Dominican Republic (December)

Precipitation variation in the Dominican Republic (December)

Punta Cana

In December Punta Cana generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
28°C (82°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
237 hours
233 hours
255 hours
Monthly rainfall
120 mm (4.7 in)
69 mm (2.7 in)
54 mm (2.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
17 days
17 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Punta Cana →

Santo Domingo

In December Santo Domingo generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
22°C (72°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
226 hours
222 hours
237 hours
Monthly rainfall
93 mm (3.7 in)
53 mm (2.1 in)
44 mm (1.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
14 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Santo Domingo →

Las Terrenas

In December Las Terrenas generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
29°C (84°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
23°C (73°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly rainfall
119 mm (4.7 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
15 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
perfect
perfect
Climate in Las Terrenas →

Sosúa

In December Sosúa generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
23°C (73°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly rainfall
127 mm (5 in)
101 mm (4 in)
102 mm (4 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
14 days
13 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Sosúa →

Bayahibe

In December Bayahibe 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.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly sun hours
236 hours
235 hours
261 hours
Monthly rainfall
87 mm (3.4 in)
42 mm (1.7 in)
32 mm (1.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
17 days
16 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Bayahibe →

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In our records: the Dominican Republic December extremes

Notable December 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.

  • Based on our data, the coldest December night in the Dominican Republic dropped to 9°C (48°F) in Constanza on December 18, 2008.

Popular cities in December

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Punta Cana 28°C (82°F) 25°C (77°F) 69 mm (2.7 in)
Santo Domingo 29°C (84°F) 22°C (72°F) 53 mm (2.1 in)
Sosúa 27°C (81°F) 23°C (73°F) 101 mm (4 in)
Bayahibe 30°C (86°F) 23°C (73°F) 42 mm (1.7 in)
Santiago de los Caballeros 29°C (84°F) 19°C (66°F) 50 mm (2 in)
Jarabacoa 26°C (79°F) 16°C (61°F) 63 mm (2.5 in)

The Dominican Republic weather in December: frequently asked questions

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

the Dominican Republic typically experiences perfect weather in December, part of the season. Daytime highs in Punta Cana average around 28°C (82°F), and temperatures drop to about 25°C (77°F) at night.

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

Average temperatures in the Dominican Republic during December range from a nighttime low near 25°C (77°F) to a daytime high around 28°C (82°F) in Punta Cana.

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

Not particularly. Punta Cana averages just 69 mm (2.7 in) of rain in December, making it a mostly dry month for the Dominican Republic.

Is December a Good Time to Visit the Dominican Republic?

We believe that December is one of the best times to visit the Dominican Republic with overall perfect weather in Punta Cana.

Generally speaking, January, February, March, April and December provide perfect weather in Punta Cana. The weather in August, September and October, on the other hand, tends to be unpleasant.

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