Santo Domingo weather in January
Warm and pleasant, with some rainy days. Average highs of 28°C and lows of 21°C, with around 12 rainy days expected throughout the month.
✦ This is a recommended month to visit Santo Domingo. The combination of weather, atmosphere and experience is at its best.
Average high
28°C
Average low
21°C
Rainy days
12 days
Best months to visit
January, February
What to do in Santo Domingo in January
Whatever the weather, Santo Domingo rewards curious visitors. Here are some of the best ways to spend your time:
Cathedral and Columbus Lighthouse (Faro) visits
Colonial Zone street walking tours and boutique shopping
Merengue and bachata dance lessons in local studios
Caribbean seafood dining in restored colonial mansions
Fortress El Ozama exploration
Museum tours covering Taíno, colonial, and modern history
What to pack for January
Light layers work well — T-shirts and shorts for the day, a light jacket for evenings. Comfortable walking shoes are a must. Bring a compact umbrella just in case.
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Recommended
January (you are here)
28C
Warm and pleasant, with some rainy days.
Recommended
February
28C
Warm and pleasant, with some rainy days.
March
29C
Warm and pleasant, with some rainy days.
April
29C
Warm and pleasant, with regular rainfall.
May
29C
Warm and pleasant, with frequent heavy rain.
June
30C
Hot and humid, with frequent heavy rain.
July
31C
Hot and humid, with frequent heavy rain.
August
31C
Hot and humid, with frequent heavy rain.
September
30C
Hot and humid, with frequent heavy rain.
October
30C
Hot and humid, with regular rainfall.
November
29C
Warm and pleasant, with regular rainfall.
December
28C
Warm and pleasant, with some rainy days.
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