Temperature
Hot by day, warm at night.
84°Ftypical Aug high
Typical range
Punta Cana
Dominican Republic · Caribbean
Punta Cana is most comfortable in the drier months around December to April. Typical daytime highs run about 79-84°F year-round. The climate is warm and humid. The wettest months are roughly May to December.
Best time to go
12 mo · Typical year
Temperature range
75°F to 84°F
Rain
12 days/mo
Sunshine
11.2 h/day
Humidity feel
Humid year-round
When to visit
Month-by-month fit
Precipitation
Recurring showers across the month.
48%wet-day frequency
AmountWet-day chance
Sunshine
Cloudier spells limit sunshine.
11.5 hAug sunshine
Heat & humidity by month
Hot afternoons occur, with humid air through much of the month.
81%Aug share of very humid air hours
Easy airWarm airHumid airVery humid air
Hourly comfort pattern
In August, afternoons feel about 90° and nights feel near 86°.
WarmHotNight shading
Sea temperature
83°Aug sea temp
More detailIncludes sky, daypart comfort, and wind
Cloud cover
Partly cloudy across the month.
44%Aug clear sky
ClearCloud cover
Typical August day
August late afternoons are around 84°F, easing to about 82°F in early evening.
Avg temp Typical range
Morning83°F
Feels 88°F
Rain31%
Cloud52%
Humid airVery high
Sun intensityModerate
Midday85°F
Feels 90°F
Rain32%
Cloud53%
Humid airVery high
Sun intensityStrong
Late afternoon84°F
Feels 89°F
Rain42%
Cloud57%
Humid airVery high
Sun intensityStrong
Early evening82°F
Feels 88°F
Rain32%
Cloud58%
Humid airVery high
Sun intensityMinimal
Best windowWind pattern
August's typical breeze keeps the air from feeling as stagnant.
9 mphAug Light breeze
Typical wind speed (mph)
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Want a side-by-side climate view? Compare Punta Cana with Bridgetown.
Climate data notePlanning guidance, not a forecast
Typical monthly values are based on long-term climate records. Useful for planning, not a forecast. Check the weather before you travel.
Local microclimates can vary by beach, neighborhood, trail, or elevation.
Last updated: Jun 1, 2026
Data & methodology