Dominican Republic

Dominican Republic Weather in March

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

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

What to Expect in the Dominican Republic in March

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

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is warm in Constanza at 24°C (75°F) and very warm in San Francisco de Macorís at 30°C (86°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 20°C (68°F) in San Francisco de Macorís and 15°C (59°F) in Constanza.

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

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Las Salinas with an average of 26 mm (1 in) to high rainfall in Pinar Quemado with 107 mm (4.2 in). Based on climate data from the last 30 years, Punta Cana typically sees the least rain in this month, making it the driest month of the year.

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in March. Punta Cana typically receives 277 hours of sunlight, making it ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Best Places to Visit in the Dominican Republic in March

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across the Dominican Republic.

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

Temperature range in the Dominican Republic (March)

Precipitation variation in the Dominican Republic (March)

Punta Cana

In March 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.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
240 hours
277 hours
265 hours
Monthly rainfall
47 mm (1.9 in)
47 mm (1.9 in)
62 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
12 days
11 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Punta Cana →

Santo Domingo

In March 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.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
22°C (72°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly sun hours
228 hours
252 hours
247 hours
Monthly rainfall
43 mm (1.7 in)
46 mm (1.8 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
10 days
10 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Santo Domingo →

Las Terrenas

In March 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.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly rainfall
58 mm (2.3 in)
64 mm (2.5 in)
88 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
11 days
11 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Las Terrenas →

Sosúa

In March 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.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly rainfall
77 mm (3 in)
82 mm (3.2 in)
82 mm (3.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
10 days
10 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Sosúa →

Bayahibe

In March 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.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
239 hours
277 hours
268 hours
Monthly rainfall
29 mm (1.1 in)
33 mm (1.3 in)
51 mm (2 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
12 days
11 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Bayahibe →

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Popular cities in March

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Punta Cana 28°C (82°F) 24°C (75°F) 47 mm (1.9 in)
Santo Domingo 29°C (84°F) 22°C (72°F) 46 mm (1.8 in)
Sosúa 27°C (81°F) 22°C (72°F) 82 mm (3.2 in)
Bayahibe 30°C (86°F) 23°C (73°F) 33 mm (1.3 in)
Santiago de los Caballeros 30°C (86°F) 19°C (66°F) 64 mm (2.5 in)
Jarabacoa 26°C (79°F) 16°C (61°F) 104 mm (4.1 in)

The Dominican Republic weather in March: frequently asked questions

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

Expect perfect weather across the Dominican Republic in March. 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 March?

In Punta Cana, the average daytime high in March 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 March?

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

Is March a Good Time to Visit the Dominican Republic?

We believe that March 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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