Santo Domingo
The oldest European city in the Americas, a colonial zone of cathedrals and cobblestones predating anything built farther north, and a malecon promenade where the whole city turns out at sunset.
The best time to visit Santo Domingo is Dec–Apr, when typical daytime highs reach about 28°C (83°F). Local time there is 22:30 (UTC-4).
Good for
In season
The year at a glance
January · high 82°F · rain 1.0in · 11.1h of daylight · in the recommended window
shaded columns are the recommended window
| Month | High °CHigh °F | Rain mmRain in | Light | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 28°C82°F | 26mm1.0in | 11.1h11.1h | in the recommended window |
| February | 28°C83°F | 27mm1.1in | 11.5h11.5h | in the recommended window |
| March | 28°C82°F | 63mm2.5in | 12.0h12.0h | in the recommended window |
| April | 28°C83°F | 89mm3.5in | 12.5h12.5h | in the recommended window |
| May | 29°C84°F | 119mm4.7in | 13.0h13.0h | |
| June | 30°C86°F | 79mm3.1in | 13.2h13.2h | |
| July | 31°C87°F | 130mm5.1in | 13.1h13.1h | |
| August | 31°C87°F | 169mm6.7in | 12.7h12.7h | |
| September | 30°C87°F | 159mm6.3in | 12.2h12.2h | |
| October | 30°C86°F | 126mm5.0in | 11.7h11.7h | |
| November | 29°C84°F | 126mm5.0in | 11.2h11.2h | |
| December | 29°C83°F | 53mm2.1in | 11.0h11.0h | in the recommended window |
Dates to know
Dominican Republic: public holidays that fall in the recommended window. Banks and many shops close.
- 25 December 2026
- Christmas Day
- 1 January 2027
- New Year's Day
- 6 January 2027
- Day of Kings
- 21 January 2027
- Our Lady of Altagracia
- 26 January 2027
- Duarte's Birthday
- 27 February 2027
- Independence Day
- 26 March 2027
- Good Friday
Good to know
- Currency
- DOP · Dominican peso
- Language
- Spanish
- Driving
- on the right
United States: Type A, B at home, no adapter needed. 110 V there, 120 V at home: check your charger says 100-240 V.
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When is the best time to visit Santo Domingo?
The best time to visit Santo Domingo is Dec–Apr, when typical daytime highs reach about 28°C (83°F).
How warm does Santo Domingo get?
Typical daytime highs in Santo Domingo are Mar–May 28°C (83°F), Jun–Aug 30°C (87°F), Sep–Nov 30°C (86°F), Dec–Feb 28°C (83°F).
Is Santo Domingo expensive?
On the ground, Santo Domingo is budget-friendly.
What sort of trip is Santo Domingo good for?
Santo Domingo is good for old stones and real towns, sunshine and salt water, an unhurried pace, eating extremely well.