Temperature
Hot by day, warm at night.
85°Ftypical Aug high
Typical range
Santo Domingo
Dominican Republic · North America
Santo Domingo is most comfortable in the drier months around February and March. Typical daytime highs run about 81-85°F year-round. The climate is warm and humid. Rainy season runs roughly May to November.
Best time to go
12 mo · Typical year
Temperature range
72°F to 85°F
Rain
15 days/mo
Sunshine
11.1 h/day
Humidity feel
Humid year-round
When to visit
Month-by-month fit
Precipitation
Rain most days.
65%wet-day frequency
AmountWet-day chance
Sunshine
Cloudier spells limit sunshine.
11.2 hAug sunshine
Heat & humidity by month
Hot afternoons occur, with humid air through much of the month.
60%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 85°.
WarmHotNight shading
Sea temperature
84°Aug sea temp
More detailIncludes sky, daypart comfort, and wind
Cloud cover
Partly cloudy across the month.
45%Aug clear sky
ClearCloud cover
Typical August day
August late afternoons are around 84°F, and early evening stays near 83°F.
Avg temp Typical range
Morning82°F
Feels 88°F
Rain27%
Cloud51%
Humid airVery high
Sun intensityModerate
Midday85°F
Feels 90°F
Rain23%
Cloud54%
Humid airVery high
Sun intensityStrong
Late afternoon84°F
Feels 90°F
Rain33%
Cloud60%
Humid airVery high
Sun intensityModerate
Early evening83°F
Feels 88°F
Rain22%
Cloud60%
Humid airVery high
Sun intensityMinimal
Best windowWind pattern
Calm winds are typical in August.
8 mphAug Light breeze
Typical wind speed (mph)
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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