October weather forecast
Dominican Republic

October in the Dominican Republic signals the middle of autumn, with tropical climate features remaining prevalent. Average temperatures continue to decline subtly, typically ranging between 22°C (71.6°F) and 31°C (87.8°F), suggesting a progressive cooling from the scorching summer months.

The higher regions, including the Cordillera Central range, continue to offer cooler relief from the still-warm lowlands. Even though the contrast is not stark, it provides a measure of comfort for inhabitants and visitors.

As with previous months, October continues to experience a significant amount of rainfall. Both northern and southern regions, such as Puerto Plata and Santo Domingo, encounter regular rainfall, typically in the form of afternoon or evening showers. Despite being in the middle of autumn, the humidity levels persist, maintaining the sensation of heat.

Comparing October to September, the temperatures display a continued reduction, while the substantial rainfall persists. However, the early mornings and late evenings begin to experience noticeably cooler temperatures, offering more comfortable times for outdoor activities.

Wind conditions in October follow a similar pattern as in previous months, with the northeast trade winds maintaining wind speeds typically below 32.2km/h (20mph). The likelihood of tropical storms begins to decrease in October, signifying the approaching end of the hurricane season.

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• Santo Domingo - October »
  The most humid month in Santo Domingo is October, with an average relative humidity of 85.7%. October is the most humid month in Santo Domingo, with an average relative humidity of 85.7%.
• Santiago De Los Caballeros - October »
  In Santiago De Los Caballeros, Dominican Republic, in October, it is raining for 22.5 days, with typically 86mm (3.39") of accumulated precipitation. In Santiago De Los Caballeros, in October, it is raining for 22.5 days, with typically 86mm (3.39") of accumulated precipitation.
• Punta Cana - October »
  The months with the warmest seawater in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic, are August through October, with an average sea temperature of 29°C (84.2°F). Nights in October in Punta Cana showcase an average temperature of 26°C (78.8°F), slightly cooler than the daytime.
• Puerto Plata - October »
  On the first day of October in Puerto Plata sunrise is at 06:33 and sunset at 18:30. On the first day of October in Puerto Plata, sunrise is at 06:33 and sunset at 18:30.
• La Romana - October »
  In La Romana in October, the average water temperature is 29.2°C (84.6°F). In La Romana, in October, during 22.7 rainfall days, 77mm (3.03") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• San Pedro De Macoris - October »
  September and October, with an average sea temperature of 29.3°C (84.7°F), are months with the warmest seawater in San Pedro De Macoris. October in San Pedro De Macoris sees a further decline in most weather parameters, including temperature, rainfall, and sea temperature.
• Higuey - October »
  The average heat index, which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in October is computed to be 38°C (100.4°F). In Higuey, in October, it is raining for 24 days, with typically 82mm (3.23") of accumulated precipitation.
• San Francisco de Macoris - October »
  In San Francisco de Macoris in October, it is raining for 25.1 days, with typically 107mm (4.21") of accumulated precipitation. In San Francisco de Macoris, during October, the rain falls for 25.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 107mm (4.21") of precipitation.
• Sosúa - October »
  In Sosúa during October, the rain falls for 21.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 84mm (3.31") of precipitation. On the last day of October, in Sosúa sunrise is at 06:43 and sunset at 18:08 AST.
• Bani - October »
  May, June, September and October, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are most humid months in Bani, Dominican Republic. In Bani, Dominican Republic, during October, the rain falls for 19.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 58mm (2.28") of precipitation.