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Punta Cana Weather in December
Thinking of visiting Punta Cana in December? Expect high temperatures reaching 28°C (82°F) during the day, dropping to 25°C (77°F) at night, and note that quite a bit of rainfall is likely.
Rainfall in Punta Cana in December
Historically, approximately 17 days this month are expected to have rain, averaging 69 mm (2.7 in). With rain spread across many days but low totals, showers are typically short and light rather than heavy.
Temperature in Punta Cana in December
The temperature in Punta Cana in December is excellent. Daytime highs reach 28°C (82°F), with nights dropping to 25°C (77°F). Conditions stay fairly consistent through the month, making it easier to plan what to wear. Nights stay warm at around 25°C (77°F), so light bedding and good ventilation are worth thinking about.
Sunshine in Punta Cana in December
Expect a lot of sunshine this month, with about 233 hours of sun. These sunny conditions add to the overall experience.So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures.
Punta Cana Temperature in December
Min Temperature
25°C (77°F)
Max Temperature
28°C (82°F)
Chance of Rain
58%
Precipitation
69 mm (2.7 in)
Rainy days
17 days
Humidity
83%
Sunshine
233 hours
Percentage Sunshine
Punta Cana Weather by Month
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Historical weather records for Punta Cana in December
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 December
Based on 20 years of weather observations in Punta Cana between 2005 and 2025, these are the recorded extremes.
- The warmest day in December was on December 8, 2009, with a maximum of 32°C (90°F).
- The lowest daytime temperature in December was 25°C (77°F), recorded on December 22, 2012.
- Nighttime temperatures dropped to 16°C (61°F) on December 13, 2022, marking the coldest December night on record.
Best Places in the Dominican Republic in December
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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 December
Warm weather calls for comfortable, breathable clothing in December. 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. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.
What To Do in Punta Cana in December
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Swimming9/10 -
Cycling8/10 -
Walking8/10 -
Camping8/10 -
Outdoor sports8/10
Punta Cana 3-Day Forecast
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