Punta Cana & Samaná
Coconut palms leaning over white sand as if on purpose, and a bay further north where humpback whales turn up every winter to have their calves.
The best time to visit Punta Cana & Samaná is Dec–Apr, when typical daytime highs reach about 28°C (82°F). Local time there is 11:48 (UTC-4).
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The year at a glance
January · high 27°C · rain 64mm · 11.1h of daylight · in the recommended window
shaded columns are the recommended window
Averages for 2019–2023 from Open-Meteo’s archive, not a forecast
| Month | High °CHigh °F | Rain mmRain in | Light | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 27°C80°F | 64mm2.5in | 11.1h11.1h | in the recommended window |
| February | 27°C80°F | 70mm2.8in | 11.5h11.5h | in the recommended window |
| March | 27°C81°F | 70mm2.8in | 12.0h12.0h | in the recommended window |
| April | 28°C82°F | 86mm3.4in | 12.5h12.5h | in the recommended window |
| May | 29°C84°F | 103mm4.1in | 13.0h13.0h | |
| June | 30°C85°F | 83mm3.3in | 13.2h13.2h | |
| July | 30°C85°F | 142mm5.6in | 13.1h13.1h | |
| August | 30°C86°F | 146mm5.7in | 12.8h12.8h | |
| September | 30°C86°F | 140mm5.5in | 12.2h12.2h | |
| October | 30°C85°F | 136mm5.4in | 11.7h11.7h | |
| November | 29°C83°F | 168mm6.6in | 11.2h11.2h | |
| December | 28°C82°F | 70mm2.8in | 11.0h11.0h | in the recommended window |
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When is the best time to visit Punta Cana & Samaná?
The best time to visit Punta Cana & Samaná is Dec–Apr, when typical daytime highs reach about 28°C (82°F).
How warm does Punta Cana & Samaná get?
Typical daytime highs in Punta Cana & Samaná are Mar–May 28°C (82°F), Jun–Aug 30°C (85°F), Sep–Nov 29°C (85°F), Dec–Feb 27°C (81°F).
Is Punta Cana & Samaná expensive?
On the ground, Punta Cana & Samaná is middling.
What sort of trip is Punta Cana & Samaná good for?
Punta Cana & Samaná is good for beach and sun holidays, relaxing holidays, nature and scenery, food and drink.
How rainy is Punta Cana & Samaná?
The wettest month in Punta Cana & Samaná is November at 168mm (6.6in), the driest January at 64mm (2.5in), with a monthly average of 107mm (4.2in).
What plug do I need for Punta Cana & Samaná?
Punta Cana & Samaná uses type A, B sockets at 110 V.
