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Dominican Republic Weather in February

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

Thinking about venturing to the Dominican Republic this February and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in the Dominican Republic in February

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

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 22°C (72°F) in La Romana and 14°C (57°F) in Constanza.

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

Precipitation

In February, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Las Salinas with an average of 19 mm (0.7 in) to moderate rainfall in Río San Juan with 83 mm (3.3 in).

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in February. Punta Cana typically receives 240 hours of sunlight, making it ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Best Places to Visit in the Dominican Republic in February

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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

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Temperature range in the Dominican Republic (February)

Precipitation variation in the Dominican Republic (February)

Punta Cana

In February Punta Cana generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
255 hours
240 hours
277 hours
Monthly rainfall
54 mm (2.1 in)
47 mm (1.9 in)
47 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
12 days
12 days
Weather conditions

Santo Domingo

In February Santo Domingo generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly sun hours
237 hours
228 hours
252 hours
Monthly rainfall
44 mm (1.7 in)
43 mm (1.7 in)
46 mm (1.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
11 days
10 days
Weather conditions

Las Terrenas

In February Las Terrenas 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.

January
February
March
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly rainfall
60 mm (2.4 in)
58 mm (2.3 in)
64 mm (2.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
11 days
11 days
Weather conditions

Sosúa

In February Sosúa generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly rainfall
102 mm (4 in)
77 mm (3 in)
82 mm (3.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
10 days
10 days
Weather conditions

Bayahibe

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

January
February
March
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly sun hours
261 hours
239 hours
277 hours
Monthly rainfall
32 mm (1.3 in)
29 mm (1.1 in)
33 mm (1.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
12 days
12 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in February

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Punta Cana 27°C (81°F) 24°C (75°F) 47 mm (1.9 in)
Santo Domingo 29°C (84°F) 21°C (70°F) 43 mm (1.7 in)
Sosúa 27°C (81°F) 22°C (72°F) 77 mm (3 in)
Bayahibe 29°C (84°F) 23°C (73°F) 29 mm (1.1 in)
Santiago de los Caballeros 29°C (84°F) 18°C (64°F) 51 mm (2 in)
Jarabacoa 26°C (79°F) 16°C (61°F) 70 mm (2.8 in)

The Dominican Republic weather in February: frequently asked questions

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

In February, the Dominican Republic generally has perfect weather conditions. Punta Cana sees daytime temperatures near 27°C (81°F), with nights cooling to roughly 24°C (75°F).

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

Daytime temperatures in Punta Cana peak at roughly 27°C (81°F) in February, dropping to about 24°C (75°F) overnight.

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

Not particularly. Punta Cana averages just 47 mm (1.9 in) of rain in February, making it a mostly dry month for the Dominican Republic.

Is February a Good Time to Visit the Dominican Republic?

We consider February to be one of the best times to travel to the Dominican Republic. Typically, the climate in Punta Cana is perfect.

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

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