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Punta Cana Weather in April

Punta Cana in April sees high temperatures, with highs around 28°C (82°F) and overnight lows of 24°C (75°F). Rainfall is fairly high at around 62 mm (2.4 in) on average, so pack waterproofs just in case.

Rainfall in Punta Cana in April

Typically around 11 days of rainfall are expected, averaging 62 mm (2.4 in) for the month. Neither particularly heavy nor particularly frequent, the rain this month is about average. A light jacket should be enough on most wet days.

Temperature in Punta Cana in April

April is a good time to be in Punta Cana. Days are perfect, reaching 28°C (82°F), with nights around 24°C (75°F). This kind of day-to-night contrast is typical for this time of year. With lows around 24°C (75°F), the nights are warm enough that a sheet is usually all you need for bedding.

Sunshine in Punta Cana in April

The month enjoys around 265 hours of sunshine, creating mostly sunny days with good weather conditions.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and pleasant temperatures, January, February, March, April and December typically offer the best circumstances for Punta Cana.

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Punta Cana Temperature in April

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 24°C (75°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 28°C (82°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 37%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 62 mm (2.4 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 11 days  
HumidityHumidity 82%  
SunshineSunshine 265 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Historical weather for Punta Cana in April

Browse day-by-day weather records for Punta Cana spanning 35 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.

Punta Cana historical weather extremes in April

Based on weather observations in Punta Cana between 2006 and 2026, these are the recorded extremes during April.

  • The warmest day in April was on April 15, 2013, with a maximum of 35°C (95°F).
  • The coldest April day was on April 12, 2006, with a maximum of 25°C (77°F).
  • The lowest overnight temperature recorded in April was 16°C (61°F) (April 12, 2021).

Best Places in the Dominican Republic in April

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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).

What to Wear in Punta Cana in April

Warm weather calls for comfortable, breathable clothing in April. Cotton t-shirts, shorts, light dresses, and sandals are perfect. You might still want a light layer for evenings or air-conditioned places (for example buses). Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.

What To Do in Punta Cana in April

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
9/10
Cycling
8/10
Walking
8/10
Camping
8/10
Outdoor sports
8/10

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