The climate of El Cercado
El Cercado, located in the
Dominican Republic, falls under the Aw Köppen climate classification, identified as a tropical wet and dry or savanna climate. The geographical position of this area grants it diverse weather patterns throughout the year, with varying temperatures, humidity levels, and rainfall frequency.
A marked feature of El Cercado's year-long weather is the tropical temperatures, demonstrating minor variations between 15°C (59°F) and 28.6°C (83.5°F). These temperatures, coupled with an average relative humidity ranging from 75% to 80%, contribute to a generally warm environment. It experiences a somewhat regular daylight duration varying from 11 hours to a maximum of 13.2 hours, complimented by ample sunshine hours between 8.8 hours and 9.5 hours.
Rainfall in El Cercado is a distinguishing factor, with a marked escalation from a moderate 13mm (0.51") in
January to a high of 162mm (6.38") in
September. The number of rainfall days also shows a similar increase, from 10 days in January to a peak of 27.3 days in
October. Noticeably, September and October bear the maximum rainfall and most number of rainfall days, giving these months a distinct wet characteristic. On the contrary, the least rainfall is observed in January and
December, making these months relatively dryer.
Wind speed in the area varies slightly over the year, fluctuating between 5.2km/h (3.2mph) to 8.5km/h (5.3mph), lending El Cercado breezy conditions. Pressure variations are minor, falling mostly between 1012.9 mb to 1016.9 mb, indicating stable atmospheric conditions.
The best time to visit El Cercado
From the standpoint of pleasant weather and moderate conditions, the best time to plan a visit to
El Cercado is during the months of
January and
February. These months offer comfortable temperatures ranging from 15°C (59°F) to 26.3°C (79.3°F) and relatively low rainfall of 13mm (0.51") to 17mm (0.67"). With over 9.5 hours of sunshine during these months, visitors can maximize outdoor activities and enjoy the locale to the fullest.
The worst time to visit El Cercado
Travellers looking to avoid heavy rainfall and higher temperatures should reconsider travelling during
August,
September, and
October. These months experience an increased rainfall between 127mm (5") to 162mm (6.38") and increased temperatures ranging up to 28.6°C (83.5°F). The frequency of rain-soaked days during these months is also high, ranging from 25.2 days to 27.3 days.
Spring weather in El Cercado
Falling under a tropical climate,
El Cercado's Spring season experiences increasing temperatures that range from 15.6°C (60.1°F) to 17.7°C (63.9°F). Rainfall during this period sees a significant increase from 38mm (1.5") in
March to 126mm (4.96") by
May. The number of sunshine hours per day lessens slightly to an average of 8.9 hours, yet guarantees adequately bright days.
Summer weather in El Cercado
Summers are characterized by the warmest temperatures of the year, escalating from 27.5°C (81.5°F) in
June to a high of 28.6°C (83.5°F) by
August. However, this season also sees the highest rainfall, with June experiencing 111mm (4.37") of rain that surges to 137mm (5.39") by August. Despite substantial rainfall, sunshine hours remain consistent around 9.3 hours, promising bright summer days.
Autumn weather in El Cercado
Autumn in
El Cercado comes with dropping temperatures starting from 27.8°C (82°F) to 26.5°C (79.7°F) by
November, and deviation in rainfall.
September begins with the highest rainfall of the year, marking 162mm (6.38"), which gradually drops to 60mm (2.36") by November. Even as rainfall decreases, the number of rainy days remains high throughout autumn, ranging from 27 days to 21.6 days.
Winter weather in El Cercado
The winters in
El Cercado enjoy a perfect blend of mild temperatures and low rainfall.
December initiates winter with the temperature dropping to 15.5°C (59.9°F) and sees the least rainfall of 20mm (0.79"). From the daylight duration of 11 hours to sunshine hours of around 9.5 hours, El Cercado's winter conditions are ideal for outdoor explorations and winter activities.
Weather in January
Weather in February
As
February arrives in
El Cercado, the weather situation turns a bit wetter than in
January, driving a shift in the overall climate. However, temperatures remain in a comfortable range, offering pleasurable conditions for locals and visitors alike.
Weather in February »Weather in March
The month of
March signals the onset of an increased rainfall pattern within
El Cercado. Compared to the preceding
February, the month is characterized by slightly higher temperatures and rainfall. The progression towards
April further increases these parameters, marking a change towards wetter conditions.
Weather in March »
Weather in April
With the arrival of
April,
El Cercado becomes considerably wetter with an average rainfall of 70mm (2.76"), an almost twofold increase from
March’s average. Despite this increase in wet conditions, temperatures keep rising, creating a warm yet moist atmosphere.
Weather in April »Weather in May
El Cercado in
May presents a shift towards the wettest period of the year. Given the climate progression from
April, May experiences an upward trend in rainfall, making it one of the most rain-intensive months of the year.
June promises a continuation of these weather patterns, albeit with slightly warmer temperatures.
Weather in May » Weather in June
As summer sets in,
June in
El Cercado boasts high temperatures, moderating the continued rainy conditions that are characteristic of this month. Relative to
May, June experiences a slight drop in rainfall, while the temperature and humidity remains high, painting a picture of muggy climatic conditions.
Weather in June »
Weather in July
July weather in
El Cercado continues on the trend established in
June, although it presents a slight spike in temperature and rainfall. The warmer conditions are mediated by the prevalent wind pattern with an average wind speed of 8.5km/h (5.3mph).
Weather in July » Weather in August
The climate in
El Cercado during
August is characterized by warm temperatures, and the month holds the merit for having the highest average temperature of 28.6°C (83.5°F) in the year. The transition from
July to August sees a steady course in the weather conditions, with only minor changes in the overall climate.
Weather in August »Weather in September
September takes the sharp turns in
El Cercado’s weather, with the highest rainfall recorded for the year at 162mm (6.38"). Compared to
August, September presents a drop in temperature but a considerable increase in rainfall.
Weather in September »
Weather in October
October plays host to a slight easing from
September's heavy rainfalls in
El Cercado. This change in weather from the previous month brings a decrease in temperature and the start of the transition to drier conditions. These conditions continue into
November, albeit with a more noticeable decrease in rainfall.
Weather in October » Weather in November
November, the last month of the autumn in
El Cercado, is warm month, with an average temperature varying between 26.5°C (79.7°F) and 16.8°C (62.2°F). The weather during November records an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 26.5°C (79.7°F), closely mirroring the preceding month.
Weather in November » Weather in December
As the year comes to a close,
December ushers in much drier weather with an average of 20mm (0.79") rainfall for
El Cercado. Relatively cooler and calmer than
November, the month embodies the typical characteristics of the dry season.
Weather in December » [Resources]