AI-generatedCabarete at a glance
- Best time
- Nov – Aug
- Warmest month
- Aug · 34°
- Warmest sea
- Sep · 29.1°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,870 h
- Rain a year
- 769 mm
- Climate
- Tropical
- Time zone
- UTC−4
- Elevation
- 12 m
Climate in Cabarete
Cabarete has a tropical climate: it is warm all year round, and the seasons differ mainly in how much rain falls. August is the warmest month with average highs of 34 °C, while January is the coolest at 29 °C. With around 2,870 hours of sunshine a year, Cabarete is sunny; June is the sunniest month with 8.8 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Cabarete
The best time to visit Cabarete is from November to August. In August, though, the hurricane season is at its peak: check the forecast before you go. For a beach holiday – sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry – go from January to March and from June to August. From June to September it can get very hot, with highs of up to 34 °C. Rain is frequent from September to October; the wettest month is November with 90 mm.
Cabarete through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Cabarete in the dry season
Nov – Aug
Excellent
- 29–34 °C by day
- Sea 27 °C
- 7.9 h of sun a day
- 120 rainy days in all
Cabarete in the rainy season
Sep – Oct
Good
- 32–34 °C by day
- Sea 29 °C
- 7.6 h of sun a day
- 33 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
Jan – Mar, Jun – Aug
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
No month
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Peak heat
Jun – Sep
Highs of 33 °C or more
Rainy months
Sep – Oct
Rainy season or more than 12 rainy days
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Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.
Weather in October
Weather in October
Holiday weather in October
Good
Best time to visit: November – August
October is the peak of the hurricane season Hurricane season
Where to go in OctoberSea temperature in October
Keep in mindFrequent rainStorm season
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 25°
- Midday, 13:00: about 32°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 32°
- Evening, 20:00: about 28°
- Night, 23:00: about 25°
06:3618:19
Warm enough for a T-shirt in the evening.
Estimated from the average high and low: coolest around sunrise, warmest in mid-afternoon.
Light for photos in October
- Golden hour
- Morning 06:22–07:05 · evening 17:49–18:33
- Blue hour
- Morning 06:13–06:22 · evening 18:33–18:41
Golden hour: the sun between 4° below and 6° above the horizon; blue hour: 6° to 4° below it. Times for the 15th of the month; mountains and clouds shift the light.
October in Cabarete compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs fall from about 33° at the start of the month to 32° at the end. The days get 0.5 h shorter.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 33° | 32° |
| Night-time low | 23° | 22° |
| Sea | 29° | 29° |
| Daylight | 12.0 h | 11.5 h |
What is the weather like in Cabarete in October?
In October, Cabarete is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 29.1 °C – almost as warm as a bath. The sun shines for around 7.0 hours a day. It rains often – on about 17 days, adding up to 90 mm. On about 30 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, October is a good month for a holiday in Cabarete.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 43 min06:36 – 18:19
- UV index
- 9 · very highclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 31 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 16 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 57 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 30 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC−4offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 35 %80 %
- Seaweight 25 %100 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %67 %
- Few rainy daysweight 20 %5 %
Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “Sun, sea & sand”.
What to pack in October
- Swimwear
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses & sun hat
- Light, breathable clothes
- Water bottle – drink plenty
- Insect repellent
- Rain jacket or umbrella
Compare two months in Cabarete
Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.
February has the better holiday weather in Cabarete: score 88 against 67. In February, days are 3 °C cooler than in October. The sea is 3 °C cooler in February. February has 8 fewer rainy days. The sun shines an hour longer a day in February.
| Month | October | February |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 67 | 88better |
| Daytime high | 32° | 29° |
| Night-time low | 23° | 19° |
| Sea | 29.1° | 26.1° |
| Sunshine | 7.0 h | 7.7 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 17 | 9better |
| Rainfall | 90 mm | 45 mmbetter |
| Muggy days | 31 | 25better |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Cabarete month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
83January29° · Sea 27° · 7.1 h
In January, Cabarete is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and nights cool down to about 19 °C. The sea averages 26.5 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.1 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 62 mm in total. On about 9 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, January is an excellent month for a holiday in Cabarete.
Cabarete in January88February29° · Sea 26° · 7.7 h
In February, Cabarete is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and nights cool down to about 19 °C. The sea averages 26.1 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.7 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 9 rainy days and 45 mm in total. On about 10 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, February is an excellent month for a holiday in Cabarete.
Cabarete in February86March30° · Sea 26° · 7.9 h
In March, Cabarete is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 20 °C. The sea averages 26.1 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.9 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 62 mm in total. On about 14 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, March is an excellent month for a holiday in Cabarete.
Cabarete in March85April31° · Sea 26° · 8.2 h
In April, Cabarete is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 21 °C. The sea averages 26.4 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.2 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 13 rainy days and 63 mm in total. On about 20 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, April is an excellent month for a holiday in Cabarete.
Cabarete in April78May32° · Sea 27° · 8.1 h
In May, Cabarete is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 22 °C. The sea averages 27.1 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.1 hours a day. It rains often – on about 15 days, adding up to 79 mm. On about 27 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, May is a good month for a holiday in Cabarete.
Cabarete in May79June33° · Sea 28° · 8.8 h
In June, Cabarete is very hot: daytime highs average 33 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 27.8 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.8 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 44 mm in total. The thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more every day. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, June is a good month for a holiday in Cabarete.
Cabarete in June78July33° · Sea 28° · 8.8 h
In July, Cabarete is very hot: daytime highs average 33 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 28.1 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.8 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 35 mm in total. The thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more every day. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, July is a good month for a holiday in Cabarete.
Cabarete in July75August34° · Sea 29° · 8.5 h
In August, Cabarete is very hot: daytime highs average 34 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 28.6 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.5 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 53 mm in total. The thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more every day. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, August is a good month for a holiday in Cabarete.
Cabarete in August67September34° · Sea 29° · 8.1 h
In September, Cabarete is very hot: daytime highs average 34 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 29.1 °C – almost as warm as a bath. The sun shines for around 8.1 hours a day. It rains often – on about 16 days, adding up to 80 mm. The thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more every day. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, September is a good month for a holiday in Cabarete.
Cabarete in September67October32° · Sea 29° · 7.0 h
In October, Cabarete is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 29.1 °C – almost as warm as a bath. The sun shines for around 7.0 hours a day. It rains often – on about 17 days, adding up to 90 mm. On about 30 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, October is a good month for a holiday in Cabarete.
Cabarete in October76November31° · Sea 28° · 6.8 h
In November, Cabarete is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 22 °C. The sea averages 28.3 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 6.8 hours a day. It rains often – on about 16 days, adding up to 90 mm. On about 22 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, November is a good month for a holiday in Cabarete.
Cabarete in November82December30° · Sea 27° · 7.2 h
In December, Cabarete is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 20 °C. The sea averages 27.3 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.2 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 67 mm in total. On about 15 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, December is an excellent month for a holiday in Cabarete.
Cabarete in DecemberClimate in detail
Year & climate tableWarmest in August: 34°
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Cabarete
How warm the nights get in each month, from the mean night-time low. Tap a month for details.
- Pleasant 15–20°
- Warm 20–24°
- muggy month (15+ muggy days)
WarmOctober: nights around 23°. Tropical nights: a fan or air conditioning helps. Muggy on about 31 days (dew point 18 °C or more).
The coolest nights are in February (19°), the warmest in August (23°). Tropical nights of 20 °C and more are the rule from March to December; then air conditioning or a fan helps you sleep. Nights are pleasant for sleeping (15 to 20 °C) from January to February. It is muggy (dew point 18 °C or more) all year, on about 353 days a year.
Temperatures through the year
Average daytime high, night-time low and sea temperature per month.
| Month | Score | Day | Night | Sea | Sun | Rain days | Rain mm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 83 | 29° | 19° | 26.5° | 7.1 h | 12 | 62 |
| FebruaryFeb | 88 | 29° | 19° | 26.1° | 7.7 h | 9 | 45 |
| MarchMar | 86 | 30° | 20° | 26.1° | 7.9 h | 11 | 62 |
| AprilApr | 85 | 31° | 21° | 26.4° | 8.2 h | 13 | 63 |
| MayMay | 78 | 32° | 22° | 27.1° | 8.1 h | 15 | 79 |
| JuneJun | 79 | 33° | 23° | 27.8° | 8.8 h | 10 | 44 |
| JulyJul | 78 | 33° | 23° | 28.1° | 8.8 h | 10 | 35 |
| AugustAug | 75 | 34° | 23° | 28.6° | 8.5 h | 12 | 53 |
| SeptemberSep | 67 | 34° | 23° | 29.1° | 8.1 h | 16 | 80 |
| OctoberOct | 67 | 32° | 23° | 29.1° | 7.0 h | 17 | 90 |
| NovemberNov | 76 | 31° | 22° | 28.3° | 6.8 h | 16 | 90 |
| DecemberDec | 82 | 30° | 20° | 27.3° | 7.2 h | 12 | 67 |
Climate averages 1996–2025 (sunshine partly WMO station normals 1991–2020), not a forecast. Data: Copernicus ERA5 / ERA5-Land via Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), NOAA OISST, WMO 1991–2020 (NOAA NCEI), GeoNames (CC BY 4.0). Sources & licences
19.75° N, 70.41° W · 12 m · America/Santo_Domingo
Sea temperatureUp to 29° in September
Sea temperature in Cabarete
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 28.7 – 29.5 °C
Swimming season: all year
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Cabarete ranges from 26.1 °C in February to 29.1 °C in September. At 20 °C and more, the sea is warm enough for swimming all year round.
The sea warms up slowly: it is warmest in September, while the air already peaks in August. The sea temperature varies from year to year: in September, eight out of ten years were between 28.6 and 29.5 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 26.5° | 25.7° | 27.0° | warm |
| FebruaryFeb | 26.1° | 25.4° | 26.7° | warm |
| MarchMar | 26.1° | 25.6° | 26.6° | warm |
| AprilApr | 26.4° | 25.9° | 26.8° | warm |
| MayMay | 27.1° | 26.4° | 27.6° | warm |
| JuneJun | 27.8° | 27.4° | 28.4° | warm |
| JulyJul | 28.1° | 27.7° | 28.5° | warm |
| AugustAug | 28.6° | 28.2° | 29.0° | warm |
| SeptemberSep | 29.1° | 28.6° | 29.5° | very warm |
| OctoberOct | 29.1° | 28.7° | 29.5° | very warm |
| NovemberNov | 28.3° | 27.5° | 28.9° | warm |
| DecemberDec | 27.3° | 26.4° | 28.0° | warm |
Sunshine2,870 hours a year
Sunshine hours in Cabarete
Average hours of bright sunshine per day, next to the length of the day. Tap a month to select it.
In October, the sun shines for about 7.0 of 11.7 hours of daylight in Cabarete, 60 % of the daylight hours.
Sunshine hours: estimated from radiation data (ERA5, 1996–2025) and calibrated against measured station values; no weather station is close enough here. Daylight is the time from sunrise to sunset on the 15th of the month.
Rain769 mm a year, most in November
Rain in Cabarete: rainy days and rainfall
A rainy day is a day with at least 1 mm of rain or snow; the amount is what falls in the whole month. Tap a month to select it.
In October, Cabarete has about 17 rainy days with 90 mm of rain in total.
UV indexUp to 12 in May
UV index in Cabarete
How strong the sun is at noon, month by month, and how quickly unprotected skin burns.
- Clear-sky UV in October
- 9 · very highStay in the shade around midday; SPF 50, clothing, hat and sunglasses.
The sun is strongest in May (UV 12).
Minutes until sunburn in October
- Very fair skin
- about 15 min
- Fair skin
- about 20 min
- Light brown skin
- about 25 min
- Olive skin
- about 30 min
Rough guide for unprotected skin at noon under a clear sky; clouds lengthen the time, water, sand and snow shorten it. Sunscreen extends the time only partly.
Monthly values: clear-sky noon estimate from the sun's angle, ozone and altitude. UV today: Open-Meteo forecast.
Wind & cloudsWindiest in July: 22 km/h
Wind and clouds in Cabarete
How breezy and how cloudy Cabarete is through the year. Tap a month to select it on the whole page.
Wind
Typical daily peak of the wind in km/h: what the afternoon breeze usually reaches, not the gusts.
In October, the wind in Cabarete typically peaks at 16 km/h during the day: Beaufort 3, gentle breeze.
Breezy months for windsurfing and kiting
From Beaufort 4 (20 km/h) the daily breeze is usually enough for windsurfing and often for kiting: Feb, Jun – Aug.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 57 % of the sky over Cabarete: variable cloud, with about 7.0 hours of sunshine a day.
Wind: mean daily maximum of the hourly wind 10 m above ground (ERA5, 1996–2025). Gusts are stronger, and the model grid of about 28 km smooths out local effects such as capes and valley winds. Clouds: mean total cloud cover of all layers over day and night (ERA5, 1996–2025). Thin high cloud counts as cover even when the sun still shines through.
Heat & humidity268 days of 30° or more a year
Heat and humidity in Cabarete
How often the day gets hot in Cabarete (30 °C and more), and in which months heat and humidity come together. Tap a month to select it.
Heat calendar
- pleasant
- some hot or muggy days
- often muggy
- often hot
- hot and muggy
In October, Cabarete has about 30 hot days, with an average daytime high of 32 °C: hot and muggy. Plan outdoor activities for the morning and evening, drink a lot and take breaks in the cool.
Hot days reach at least 30 °C; a month counts as muggy when the mean dew point reaches 18 °C on at least 15 days. Averages from ERA5 and ERA5-Land, 1996–2025. Muggy nights through the year
Planning a trip to Cabarete
Weather for your travel dates
Pick your arrival and length of stay, and we sum up the weather to expect.
Cabarete in the school holidays
How the weather suits the usual holiday periods. Dates vary by school and region, so each holiday uses the months it usually falls in.
Cabarete has its best school-holiday weather during the Easter holidays (score 85) and its weakest during October half-term (score 67).
- 85
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
ExcellentBest holidays
- 30 °C by day
- Sea 26 °C
- 8.1 h of sun a day
- 12 rainy days a month
- 78
May half-term
May – Jun
Good
- 32 °C by day
- Sea 27 °C
- 8.2 h of sun a day
- 14 rainy days a month
- 76
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
Good
- 34 °C by day
- Sea 28 °C
- 8.6 h of sun a day
- 11 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
Keep in mind: Peak heat, Storm season
- 67
October half-term
Oct
Good
- 32 °C by day
- Sea 29 °C
- 7.0 h of sun a day
- 17 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain, Storm season
- 83
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
Excellent
- 30 °C by day
- Sea 27 °C
- 7.2 h of sun a day
- 12 rainy days a month
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 8 h 50 min
- Distance
- 6,920 km
- Time zone
- UTC−4
- Jet lag
- About 3 days (5 h west)
Rule of thumb for flying west: for a few days before, stay up a little later, and get afternoon and evening light at your destination.
Estimated from the straight-line distance: 30 minutes for take-off and landing plus 830 km/h cruising speed.
Good to know: Dominican Republic
- Currency
- Dominican Peso (DOP)
- Language
- Spanish
- Sockets
- Type A, B · 110 V
- Traffic
- Drives on the right
- Dialling code
- +1 809
- Emergency number
- 911
UK plugs need a travel adapter
Only 110 V: chargers marked 100–240 V work, other devices need a voltage converter.
Sources: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0). Please check details before you travel.
Storm season
Cabarete lies in an area that Atlantic hurricanes can reach. The hurricane season runs from June to November, with most storms from August to October. A direct hit on any one place is rare, but if you travel then, keep an eye on weather warnings and book flexibly.
- January
- February
- March
- April
- May
- June: Season
- July: Season
- August: Peak
- September: Peak
- October: Peak
- November: Season
- December
Official season dates of the regional warning centres (NOAA, JMA, IMD, Météo-France, BoM, Fiji Meteorological Service); not a forecast.
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Cabarete vs Puerto Plata
In October the holiday weather in Cabarete and Puerto Plata is about equally good (score 67 vs 68). During the day it is about as warm in Puerto Plata as in Cabarete. The sea is about equally warm.
| in October | Cabarete | Puerto Plata |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 67 | 68 |
| Daytime high | 32° | 32° |
| Sea | 29° | 29° |
| Sunshine | 7 h | 7 h |
| Rainy days | 17 | 17 |
| Best time | Nov – Aug | Nov – Aug |
Through the year
Best places in the country
Dominican Republic in October: the best places
In October, Cabarete ranks 4 of 12 destinations in this country.
- Punta Cana32°29°70
- 2Puerto Plata32°29°68
- 3Boca Chica32°29°68
- 4CabareteThis page32°29°67
- 5Las Terrenas33°29°64
- 6Samaná33°29°64
- 7San Pedro de Macorís32°29°31
- 8Santiago de los Caballeros33°30
Places nearby4 places within 103 km
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Frequently asked questions about Cabarete
When is the best time to visit Cabarete?
The best time to visit Cabarete is from November to August. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in Cabarete?
The sea temperature in Cabarete ranges from 26.1 °C in February to 29.1 °C in September. At 20 °C and more, the sea is warm enough for swimming all year round.
Can you swim in Cabarete in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 29.1 °C – almost as warm as a bath.
What is the warmest month in Cabarete?
August is the warmest month, with average highs of 34 °C and nights around 23 °C. January is the coolest month at 29 °C.
When does it rain most in Cabarete?
Rain is frequent from September to October; the wettest month is November with 90 mm. The driest month is July with 35 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Cabarete get?
Cabarete gets around 2,870 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is June with 8.8 hours a day; in November there are 6.8 hours a day.
What time zone is Cabarete in?
Cabarete is on UTC−4 all year.
How long is the flight from London to Cabarete?
A nonstop flight from London to Cabarete takes about 8 h 50 min, for a straight-line distance of about 6,920 km.
When is hurricane season in Cabarete?
Cabarete lies in an area that Atlantic hurricanes can reach. The hurricane season runs from June to November, with most storms from August to October. A direct hit on any one place is rare, but if you travel then, keep an eye on weather warnings and book flexibly.
Which school holidays are best for Cabarete?
Cabarete has its best school-holiday weather during the Easter holidays (score 85) and its weakest during October half-term (score 67). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 85, May half-term 78, summer holidays 76, October half-term 67, Christmas holidays 83.