December could be a good time to visit Puerto Plata, as the weather is generally fine. The average high temperature is around +27°C, and there are typically 5 sunny days in December. However, expect about 19 rainy days, and total monthly rainfall of approximately 62 mm. The weather is changeable so pack for every eventuality. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Good to know:
December is usually the wettest month of the year in Puerto Plata;
Average weather
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+27°C
Avg. max. temperature
+17°C
Min.
+33°C
Max.
62 mm
Total precipitation
83%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
5 ☀️
Sunny Days
6 ⛅️
Cloudy
19 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Puerto Plata has OK weather in December.
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Average temperature in Puerto Plata in December
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Puerto Plata for December based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The expected average maximum temperature in December is +27°C with a maximum of +29°C and a minimum of +22°C.
The average maximum temperature goes down 43% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +28°C to +25°C.
Is Puerto Plata warm or cold in December?
Puerto Plata is typically warm in December.
Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +28°C to +27°C. The minimum temperature also goes down from +23°C to +22°C.
It’s generally warm, but pack a long-sleeve shirt for evenings.
Take a look at how December is compared to other months in Puerto Plata:
Water temperature in Puerto Plata in December
Water in Puerto Plata in December is Warm. It varies from +27°C to +28°C, with an average of +27°C.Note that the air temperature is lower than the water temperature, averaging around +27°C.
In December, 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 December?
You can absolutely swim in Puerto Plata in December, the water is warm (+27°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 December
Puerto Plata weather looks like this, on average, in December and the surrounding months.
November
December
January
Avg. temperature
+28°C
+27°C
+27°C
Min. temperature
+18°C
+17°C
+13°C
Max. temperature
+35°C
+33°C
+32°C
Rainfall
82 mm
62 mm
60 mm
Wind
2 m/s
2 m/s
2 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+29°C
+27°C
+26°C
Humidity
83%
83%
83%
Air pressure
1013 HPa
1015 HPa
1016 HPa
Sunny days
2
5
8
Cloudy days
4
6
5
Rainy days
22
19
18
Snowy days
0
0
0
December weather is still as ok as in November.It’s getting colder in December. From +28°C in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +27°C.As December arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 82 mm to 62 mm.Humidity levels don’t change as the month goes on, averaging around 83%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during December, staying around 2 m/s.The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in December, from 2 to 5.
January brings much the same weather, it remains ok.
Wind speed in Puerto Plata in December based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 5 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.
The average wind speed in Puerto Plata is gradually decreasing during December, going from 4 m/s to 3 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during December in Puerto Plata based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Total precipitation in December is about 95 mm, with a 52% chance of rain on a typical day. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 31 mm, which is moderate rain.December is a pretty wet month with over 16 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of galoshes.
Here’s how December 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 December in Puerto Plata?
This is the weather in Puerto Plata in December 2024:
1 December
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+28°C
2 December
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+29°C
3 December
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+28°C
4 December
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+29°C
5 December
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+29°C
6 December
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+29°C
7 December
🌧️
+27°C
8 December
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+26°C
9 December
🌧️
+28°C
10 December
🌧️
+27°C
11 December
☀️
+28°C
12 December
☀️
+28°C
13 December
🌧️
+26°C
14 December
🌧️
+26°C
15 December
🌧️
+26°C
16 December
🌧️
+25°C
17 December
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+29°C
18 December
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+28°C
19 December
🌧️
+27°C
20 December
🌧️
+25°C
21 December
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+25°C
22 December
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+25°C
23 December
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+26°C
24 December
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+26°C
25 December
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+26°C
26 December
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+26°C
27 December
☀️
+27°C
28 December
☁️
+27°C
29 December
☀️
+27°C
30 December
☁️
+27°C
31 December
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+25°C
In December 2024 Puerto Plata had 10 sunny days, 9 cloudy days, and 12 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +27°C, with an absolute maximum of +29°C and a minimum of +25°C. The average humidity was 85%, with a maximum of 99% and a minimum of 51%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 10 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in December?
Climate Change over Years
This is how Puerto Plata climate have been changing during last 43 years period.
The climate in Puerto Plata in December 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 December:
Is December a good time to visit Puerto Plata?
It’s always a good time to visit Puerto Plata, but the weather is changeable in December, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.
Can you sunbathe in Puerto Plata in December?
December 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 December?
Yes, you can swim in Puerto Plata in December, the water temperature averaging at +27°C. This temperature is considered warm and comfortable for most swimmers.
Is Puerto Plata rainy in December?
Puerto Plata is often rainy in December. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.
Is it sunny in Puerto Plata in December?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Puerto Plata in December, 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.
