subject: Punta Cana Weather, What To Expect. [print this page] Punta Cana, one of the most popular places in the Dominican Republic. Most of it popularity comes from its incredible weather and places to visit. Featuring an average temperature year round of about 80F (27C) there's no mystery why Punta Cana has become one of the must visit places in the Dominica Republic.
Being that Dominican Republic is in the Caribbean, season here are very similar all year round. In the summer days (May to October) temperatures range from 68F (20C) to 90F (32C) and include frequent rain falls which in most cases occur during the same time of the day every day. I don't know how it happens but it rains every day approximately at 3:00 pm and usually last for about an hour or so. The rain and humidity does add to the hot temperatures and in most cases it may seem as though temperatures rise to over 95F (32C).
The cold seasons (November to April) feature more attractive weather patterns, with temperatures ranging from 65F (18C) in the morning and nights to 86F (30C) in the middle of the day. With very low humidity, rain fall is not as common around this time of year, making the weather cool and enjoyable while at the same time revealing the clear blue skies of Punta Cana.
One thing to keep in mind when thinking of traveling to Punta Cana is the hurricane season which extends from June to mid November. Although the Dominican Republic doesn't get hit with as many hurricanes it is still in the common hurricane projection area, and it is something to consider when choosing your travel time. If you do choose to travel during this time of the year don't worry, almost every resort is well equipped to meet any hurricane in the season.
A word of advice when visiting to Punta Cana, make sure you pack light clothing for the day time. Something like shorts and short sleeve shirts should be good. Keep in mind that you will need mosquito repellant since mosquitoes tend to come out at night as it is in most tropical areas.
