Puerto Plata Province Weather in September

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Puerto Plata Province, the Dominican Republic in September.

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Sosúa Cabarete San Felipe de Puerto Plata Río San Juan

Planning a trip to Puerto Plata Province, the Dominican Republic this September? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Puerto Plata Province in September

Puerto Plata Province, the Dominican Republic is a region in the Dominican Republic. September in Puerto Plata Province generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from warm in Cabarete at 30°C (86°F) to very warm in Punta Rucia at 34°C (93°F). At night it cools down to 25°C (77°F) in Punta Rucia and 25°C (77°F) in Cabarete. In Puerto Plata Province, the Dominican Republic, September typically stands out as the hottest month of the year. If you're planning a visit during this time, it would be wise to come prepared. Packing light and breathable summer cloths will ensure you stay comfortable throughout your stay.

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

Precipitation

In September, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Punta Rucia with an average of 62 mm (2.4 in) to high rainfall in Río San Juan with 124 mm (4.9 in).

Explore Puerto Plata Province by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Puerto Plata Province — and find the best time to visit. (based on Sosúa)

January27°C (81°F) February27°C (81°F) March27°C (81°F) April28°C (82°F) May29°C (84°F) June30°C (86°F) This monthJuly30°C (86°F) August30°C (86°F) September30°C (86°F) October30°C (86°F) November28°C (82°F) December27°C (81°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Puerto Plata Province in September

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Puerto Plata Province.

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 Puerto Plata Province

What is the weather like in September for some of the most popular destinations in Puerto Plata Province, the Dominican Republic?

Temperature range in Puerto Plata Province (September)

Precipitation variation in Puerto Plata Province (September)

Sosúa

In September Sosúa generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

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September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly rainfall
53 mm (2.1 in)
75 mm (3 in)
93 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
17 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
pleasant
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Cabarete

In September Cabarete generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

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September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly rainfall
60 mm (2.4 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
97 mm (3.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
16 days
17 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Cabarete →

San Felipe de Puerto Plata

In September San Felipe de Puerto Plata generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly rainfall
53 mm (2.1 in)
81 mm (3.2 in)
91 mm (3.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
17 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
pleasant
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Río San Juan

In September Río San Juan generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly rainfall
109 mm (4.3 in)
124 mm (4.9 in)
130 mm (5.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
16 days
17 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Río San Juan →

Punta Rucia

In September Punta Rucia generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 34°C (93°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
34°C (93°F)
34°C (93°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly rainfall
36 mm (1.4 in)
62 mm (2.4 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
16 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
pleasant
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Popular cities in September

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Puerto Plata Province in September.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Sosúa 30°C (86°F) 25°C (77°F) 75 mm (3 in)
Cabarete 30°C (86°F) 25°C (77°F) 79 mm (3.1 in)
San Felipe de Puerto Plata 31°C (88°F) 25°C (77°F) 81 mm (3.2 in)
Río San Juan 31°C (88°F) 25°C (77°F) 124 mm (4.9 in)
Punta Rucia 34°C (93°F) 25°C (77°F) 62 mm (2.4 in)

Puerto Plata Province weather in September: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Puerto Plata Province, the Dominican Republic in September?

Puerto Plata Province, the Dominican Republic typically experiences tolerable weather in September, part of the season. Daytime highs in Sosúa average around 30°C (86°F), and temperatures drop to about 25°C (77°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Puerto Plata Province, the Dominican Republic in September?

Sosúa averages a daytime maximum of 30°C (86°F) in September, with overnight lows close to 25°C (77°F).

Does Puerto Plata Province, the Dominican Republic get a lot of rain in September?

Not particularly. Sosúa averages just 75 mm (3 in) of rain in September, making it a mostly dry month for Puerto Plata Province, the Dominican Republic.

Is September a Good Time to Visit Puerto Plata Province, the Dominican Republic?

Given the typically pleasant weather conditions in Sosúa, September may not be the ideal time to visit Puerto Plata Province, the Dominican Republic.

On average, the best time to visit Puerto Plata Province, the Dominican Republic is in February, March, April and May with generally perfect weather in Sosúa. In contrast, June, July, August, September and October tend to have tolerable weather conditions.

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