Weather for Puerto Plata in February is typically good with an average maximum temperature of +27°C during the day, and approximately 7 sunny days monthly. Typically, there are about 17 rainy days with the total average precipitation that falls in February around 46 mm. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Average weather
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+27°C
Avg. max. temperature
+16°C
Min.
+33°C
Max.
46 mm
Total precipitation
81%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
7 ☀️
Sunny Days
5 ⛅️
Cloudy
17 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Puerto Plata has good weather in February.
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Average temperature in Puerto Plata in February
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Puerto Plata for February based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The expected average maximum temperature in February is +28°C with a maximum of +32°C and a minimum of +16°C.
The average maximum temperature goes up 13% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +27°C to +29°C.
Is Puerto Plata warm or cold in February?
Puerto Plata is typically warm in February.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +27°C to +27°C. The minimum temperature also goes up from +21°C to +21°C.
It’s generally warm, but pack a long-sleeve shirt for evenings.
February is one of the coolest months in Puerto Plata, here is the comparison with other months:
Water temperature in Puerto Plata in February
Water in Puerto Plata in February is Warm. It varies from +25°C to +27°C, with an average of +26°C.This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +27°C.
The water temperature in February is one of the coldest of the entire 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 February?
You can absolutely swim in Puerto Plata in February, 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 February
Puerto Plata weather looks like this, on average, in February and the surrounding months.
January
February
March
Avg. temperature
+27°C
+27°C
+27°C
Min. temperature
+13°C
+16°C
+4°C
Max. temperature
+32°C
+33°C
+34°C
Rainfall
60 mm
46 mm
62 mm
Wind
2 m/s
2 m/s
2 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+26°C
+26°C
+26°C
Humidity
83%
81%
80%
Air pressure
1016 HPa
1016 HPa
1015 HPa
Sunny days
8
7
8
Cloudy days
5
5
6
Rainy days
18
17
17
Snowy days
0
0
0
February often has better weather than January.The temperature levels stay the same in the area of +27°C for average maximum temperature during the day.As February arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 60 mm to 46 mm.It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 83% to 81%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during February, staying around 2 m/s.The days becoming less sunny, going from 8 sunny days in January to 7 in February.
Next month (March) brings a further decline in the weather.
Wind speed in Puerto Plata in February based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 4 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.
The average wind speed in Puerto Plata is gradually increasing during February, going from 2 m/s to 2 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during February in Puerto Plata based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Total precipitation in February is about 11 mm, with a 21% chance of rain on a typical day. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 5 mm, which is considered light rain.On average, there are about 6 rainy days during February, so prepare to bring an umbrella.
Here’s how February 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 February in Puerto Plata?
This is the weather in Puerto Plata in February 2024:
1 February
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+27°C
2 February
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+28°C
3 February
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+28°C
4 February
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+29°C
5 February
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+27°C
6 February
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+31°C
7 February
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+29°C
8 February
🌧️
+29°C
9 February
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+29°C
10 February
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+28°C
11 February
🌧️
+27°C
12 February
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+29°C
13 February
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+32°C
14 February
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+28°C
15 February
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+29°C
16 February
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+27°C
17 February
🌧️
+28°C
18 February
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+28°C
19 February
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+28°C
20 February
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+27°C
21 February
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+28°C
22 February
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+28°C
23 February
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+29°C
24 February
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+29°C
25 February
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+27°C
26 February
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+28°C
27 February
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+27°C
28 February
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+29°C
In February 2024 Puerto Plata had 14 sunny days, 8 cloudy days, and 6 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +28°C, with an absolute maximum of +32°C and a minimum of +27°C. The average humidity was 84%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 49%. 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 February?
Climate Change over Years
This is how Puerto Plata climate have been changing during last 43 years period.
The climate in Puerto Plata in February 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 February:
Is February a good time to visit Puerto Plata?
February is a really good time to go to Puerto Plata. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Puerto Plata.
Can you sunbathe in Puerto Plata in February?
February 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 February?
Yes, you can swim in Puerto Plata in February, the water temperature averaging at +26°C. This temperature is considered warm and comfortable for most swimmers.
Is Puerto Plata rainy in February?
Puerto Plata is usually dry in February. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.
Is it sunny in Puerto Plata in February?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Puerto Plata in February, 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.
