April could be a good time to visit Puerto Plata, as the weather is generally fine. The average high temperature is around +28°C, and there are typically 5 sunny days in April. However, expect about 20 rainy days, and total monthly rainfall of approximately 66 mm. The weather is changeable so pack for every eventuality. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Average weather
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+28°C
Avg. max. temperature
+16°C
Min.
+35°C
Max.
66 mm
Total precipitation
81%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
5 ☀️
Sunny Days
4 ⛅️
Cloudy
20 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Puerto Plata has OK weather in April.
Average temperature in Puerto Plata in April
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Puerto Plata for April based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The expected average maximum temperature in April is +27°C with a maximum of +30°C and a minimum of +21°C.
The average maximum temperature goes up 22% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +28°C to +30°C.
Is Puerto Plata warm or cold in April?
Puerto Plata is typically warm in April.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +27°C to +28°C. The minimum temperature also goes up from +22°C to +22°C.
It’s generally warm, but pack a long-sleeve shirt for evenings.
Take a look at how April is compared to other months in Puerto Plata:
Water temperature in Puerto Plata in April
Water in Puerto Plata in April is Warm. It varies from +26°C to +27°C, with an average of +26°C.This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +28°C.
In April, water temperatures are average relative to the rest of the year:
The warmest water temperatures in Puerto Plata are reached in September, when the average sea temperature rises to +29°C. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +26°C.
Can you swim in Puerto Plata in April?
You can absolutely swim in Puerto Plata in April, the water is warm (+26°C in average), similar to heated pools. Suitable for most people, including children and the elderly.
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Cold
Below +16°C
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Fresh
16°C - 21°C
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Comfortable
21°C - 25°C
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Warm
25°C - 28°C
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Very warm
+28°C and up
Bring your swimming suit, sunscreen and your favorite inflatable pink flamingo.
Climate in Puerto Plata in April
Puerto Plata weather looks like this, on average, in April and the surrounding months.
March
April
May
Avg. temperature
+27°C
+28°C
+29°C
Min. temperature
+4°C
+16°C
+19°C
Max. temperature
+34°C
+35°C
+36°C
Rainfall
62 mm
66 mm
87 mm
Wind
2 m/s
2 m/s
2 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+26°C
+26°C
+27°C
Humidity
80%
81%
81%
Air pressure
1015 HPa
1014 HPa
1014 HPa
Sunny days
8
5
2
Cloudy days
6
4
4
Rainy days
17
20
20
Snowy days
0
0
0
April weather is still as ok as in March.It’s getting warmer as April arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +27°C to +28°C during the day.Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 62 mm to 66 mm.Humidity rises from 80% to 81%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during April, staying around 2 m/s.The days becoming less sunny, going from 8 sunny days in March to 5 in April.
Wind speed in Puerto Plata in April based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 4 m/s getting up to 6 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.
The average wind speed in Puerto Plata is gradually decreasing during April, going from 5 m/s to 4 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during April in Puerto Plata based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Total precipitation in April is about 34 mm, with a 50% chance of rain on a typical day. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 6 mm, which is considered light rain.April is a pretty wet month with over 15 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of galoshes.
Here’s how April is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Puerto Plata wettest month is May, where a typical day has a 65% chance of precipitation and 87 mm of rainfall per day. July, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 65% chance of precipitation and 32 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last April in Puerto Plata?
This is the weather in Puerto Plata in April 2023:
1 April
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+28°C
2 April
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+27°C
3 April
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+28°C
4 April
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+29°C
5 April
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+26°C
6 April
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+24°C
7 April
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+25°C
8 April
☀️
+27°C
9 April
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+28°C
10 April
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+27°C
11 April
☁️
+27°C
12 April
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+27°C
13 April
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+27°C
14 April
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+28°C
15 April
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+28°C
16 April
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+28°C
17 April
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+27°C
18 April
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+27°C
19 April
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+29°C
20 April
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+28°C
21 April
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+27°C
22 April
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+27°C
23 April
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+26°C
24 April
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+27°C
25 April
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+28°C
26 April
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+29°C
27 April
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+28°C
28 April
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+28°C
29 April
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+29°C
30 April
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+30°C
In April 2023 Puerto Plata had 15 sunny days, 13 cloudy days, and 2 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +27°C, with an absolute maximum of +30°C and a minimum of +24°C. The average humidity was 81%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 50%. The average wind speed was 4 m/s, with a maximum of 11 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in April?
Climate Change over Years
This is how Puerto Plata climate have been changing during last 43 years period.
The climate in Puerto Plata in April has not changed much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1984 (+27°C) and the highest in 2013 (+31°C). The driest year was 1991 with only 460 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2017 with 1044 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Puerto Plata in April:
Is April a good time to visit Puerto Plata?
It’s always a good time to visit Puerto Plata, but the weather is changeable in April, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.
Can you sunbathe in Puerto Plata in April?
April is warm in Puerto Plata. You may enjoy some beach or pool time in the day, but pack something a tad warmer for the evening.
Can you swim in Puerto Plata in April?
Yes, you can swim in Puerto Plata in April, the water temperature averaging at +26°C. This temperature is considered warm and comfortable for most swimmers.
Is Puerto Plata rainy in April?
Puerto Plata is often rainy in April. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.
Is it sunny in Puerto Plata in April?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Puerto Plata in April, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.
Other cities in Dominican Republic
Check out the weather for other cities in Dominican Republic.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Puerto Plata, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.
For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.