AI-generatedSamaná at a glance
- Best time
- Jun – Jul, Dec – Apr
- Warmest month
- Sep · 33°
- Warmest sea
- Sep · 29.1°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,590 h
- Rain a year
- 967 mm
- Climate
- Tropical
- Time zone
- UTC−4
- Elevation
- 23 m
Climate in Samaná
Samaná has a tropical climate: it is warm all year round, and the seasons differ mainly in how much rain falls. September is the warmest month with average highs of 33 °C, while January is the coolest at 30 °C. With around 2,590 hours of sunshine a year, Samaná is sunny; June is the sunniest month with 8.0 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Samaná
The best time to visit Samaná is from June to July and from December to April. For a beach holiday – sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry – go in February. The rainy season is in May and from September to November; the wettest month is May with 119 mm.
Samaná through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Samaná in the dry season
Jun – Aug, Dec – Apr
Good
- 30–33 °C by day
- Sea 27 °C
- 7.3 h of sun a day
- 121 rainy days in all
Samaná in the rainy season
May, Sep – Nov
Good
- 31–33 °C by day
- Sea 28 °C
- 6.7 h of sun a day
- 79 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
Feb
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
No month
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Rainy months
May, Sep – Nov
Rainy season or more than 12 rainy days
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Tell us what you like and we rate every month in Samaná for you.
Your best months: January – March
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: June – July, December – April
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 26°
- Midday, 13:00: about 32°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 32°
- Evening, 20:00: about 28°
- Night, 23:00: about 26°
06:3118:15
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 06:17–07:00 · evening 17:46–18:29
- Blue hour
- Morning 06:09–06:17 · evening 18:29–18:37
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 Samaná 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 Samaná in October?
In October, Samaná is hot: daytime highs average 33 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 29.0 °C – almost as warm as a bath. Expect around 6.4 hours of sunshine a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 21 days, totalling 110 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 Samaná.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 44 min06:31 – 18:15
- UV index
- 9 · very highclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 31 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 13 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 61 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 30 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC−4offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 35 %79 %
- Seaweight 25 %100 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %57 %
- Few rainy daysweight 20 %0 %
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 Samaná
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 Samaná: score 82 against 64. In February, days are 2 °C cooler than in October. The sea is 3 °C cooler in February. February has 9 fewer rainy days. The sun shines an hour longer a day in February.
| Month | October | February |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 64 | 82better |
| Daytime high | 33° | 31° |
| Night-time low | 23° | 21° |
| Sea | 29.0° | 26.2° |
| Sunshine | 6.4 h | 7.0 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 21 | 12better |
| Rainfall | 110 mm | 42 mmbetter |
| Muggy days | 31 | 26better |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Samaná month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
79January30° · Sea 27° · 6.4 h
In January, Samaná is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 20 °C. The sea averages 26.5 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. Expect around 6.4 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 13 rainy days and 44 mm in total. On about 18 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, January is a good month for a holiday in Samaná.
Samaná in January82February31° · Sea 26° · 7.0 h
In February, Samaná is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 21 °C. The sea averages 26.2 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.0 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 42 mm in total. On about 19 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 Samaná.
Samaná in February81March31° · Sea 26° · 7.2 h
In March, Samaná is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 21 °C. The sea averages 26.3 °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 52 mm in total. On about 23 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 Samaná.
Samaná in March75April32° · Sea 27° · 7.7 h
In April, Samaná is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 22 °C. The sea averages 26.7 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.7 hours a day. It rains often – on about 15 days, adding up to 79 mm. On about 26 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, April is a good month for a holiday in Samaná.
Samaná in April69May32° · Sea 27° · 7.4 h
In May, Samaná is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 27.3 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.4 hours a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 19 days, totalling 119 mm. On about 29 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 Samaná.
Samaná in May71June33° · Sea 28° · 8.0 h
In June, Samaná is hot: daytime highs average 33 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 28.0 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.0 hours a day. It rains often – on about 16 days, adding up to 83 mm. 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 Samaná.
Samaná in June68July33° · Sea 28° · 7.8 h
In July, Samaná is hot: daytime highs average 33 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 28.2 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.8 hours a day. It rains often – on about 18 days, adding up to 78 mm. 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 Samaná.
Samaná in July66August33° · Sea 29° · 7.5 h
In August, Samaná is hot: daytime highs average 33 °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 7.5 hours a day. It rains often – on about 19 days, adding up to 91 mm. On about 30 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, August is a good month for a holiday in Samaná.
Samaná in August64September33° · Sea 29° · 7.0 h
In September, Samaná is hot: daytime highs average 33 °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 is the rainy season: rain falls on about 20 days, totalling 108 mm. On about 29 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, September is a good month for a holiday in Samaná.
Samaná in September64October33° · Sea 29° · 6.4 h
In October, Samaná is hot: daytime highs average 33 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 29.0 °C – almost as warm as a bath. Expect around 6.4 hours of sunshine a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 21 days, totalling 110 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 Samaná.
Samaná in October69November31° · Sea 28° · 6.1 h
In November, Samaná 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. Expect around 6.1 hours of sunshine a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 19 days, totalling 102 mm. On about 25 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 Samaná.
Samaná in November75December31° · Sea 27° · 6.6 h
In December, Samaná is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 21 °C. The sea averages 27.3 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 6.6 hours a day. It rains often – on about 16 days, adding up to 60 mm. On about 22 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, December is a good month for a holiday in Samaná.
Samaná in DecemberClimate in detail
Year & climate table
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Samaná
How warm the nights get in each month, from the mean night-time low. Tap a month for details.
- 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 January (20°), the warmest in June (23°). Nights stay tropical all year (20 °C and more), so a room with air conditioning or at least a fan pays off. It is muggy (dew point 18 °C or more) all year, on about 355 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 | 79 | 30° | 20° | 26.5° | 6.4 h | 13 | 44 |
| FebruaryFeb | 82 | 31° | 21° | 26.2° | 7.0 h | 12 | 42 |
| MarchMar | 81 | 31° | 21° | 26.3° | 7.2 h | 12 | 52 |
| AprilApr | 75 | 32° | 22° | 26.7° | 7.7 h | 15 | 79 |
| MayMay | 69 | 32° | 23° | 27.3° | 7.4 h | 19 | 119 |
| JuneJun | 71 | 33° | 23° | 28.0° | 8.0 h | 16 | 83 |
| JulyJul | 68 | 33° | 23° | 28.2° | 7.8 h | 18 | 78 |
| AugustAug | 66 | 33° | 23° | 28.6° | 7.5 h | 19 | 91 |
| SeptemberSep | 64 | 33° | 23° | 29.1° | 7.0 h | 20 | 108 |
| OctoberOct | 64 | 33° | 23° | 29.0° | 6.4 h | 21 | 110 |
| NovemberNov | 69 | 31° | 22° | 28.3° | 6.1 h | 19 | 102 |
| DecemberDec | 75 | 31° | 21° | 27.3° | 6.6 h | 16 | 60 |
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
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Sea temperature
Sea temperature in Samaná
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 28.5 – 29.4 °C
Swimming season: all year
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Samaná ranges from 26.2 °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 temperature varies from year to year: in September, eight out of ten years were between 28.7 and 29.7 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 26.5° | 25.9° | 27.1° | warm |
| FebruaryFeb | 26.2° | 25.6° | 26.8° | warm |
| MarchMar | 26.3° | 25.7° | 26.9° | warm |
| AprilApr | 26.7° | 26.0° | 27.2° | warm |
| MayMay | 27.3° | 26.8° | 27.9° | warm |
| JuneJun | 28.0° | 27.4° | 28.4° | warm |
| JulyJul | 28.2° | 27.7° | 28.8° | warm |
| AugustAug | 28.6° | 28.2° | 29.4° | warm |
| SeptemberSep | 29.1° | 28.7° | 29.7° | very warm |
| OctoberOct | 29.0° | 28.5° | 29.4° | very warm |
| NovemberNov | 28.3° | 27.7° | 28.9° | warm |
| DecemberDec | 27.3° | 26.4° | 27.9° | warm |
Sunshine
Sunshine hours in Samaná
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 6.4 of 11.7 hours of daylight in Samaná, 55 % 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.
Rain
Rain in Samaná: 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, Samaná has about 21 rainy days with 110 mm of rain in total.
UV index
UV index in Samaná
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 13).
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 & clouds
Wind and clouds in Samaná
How breezy and how cloudy Samaná 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 Samaná typically peaks at 13 km/h during the day: Beaufort 3, gentle breeze.
Breezy months for windsurfing and kiting
The daily breeze rarely reaches Beaufort 4 (20 km/h), so wind sports depend on single windy days.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 61 % of the sky over Samaná: variable cloud, with about 6.4 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 & humidity
Heat and humidity in Samaná
How often the day gets hot in Samaná (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, Samaná has about 30 hot days, with an average daytime high of 33 °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 Samaná
Weather for your travel dates
Pick your arrival and length of stay, and we sum up the weather to expect.
Samaná 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.
Samaná has its best school-holiday weather during the Easter holidays (score 77) and its weakest during October half-term (score 64).
- 77
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
GoodBest holidays
- 32 °C by day
- Sea 27 °C
- 7.6 h of sun a day
- 15 rainy days a month
- 69
May half-term
May – Jun
Good
- 32 °C by day
- Sea 27 °C
- 7.5 h of sun a day
- 18 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
- 67
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
Good
- 33 °C by day
- Sea 28 °C
- 7.6 h of sun a day
- 19 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Storm season
- 64
October half-term
Oct
Good
- 33 °C by day
- Sea 29 °C
- 6.4 h of sun a day
- 21 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain, Storm season
- 77
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
Good
- 31 °C by day
- Sea 27 °C
- 6.5 h of sun a day
- 14 rainy days a month
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 8 h 50 min
- Distance
- 6,900 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
Samaná 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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Samaná compared
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Samaná vs Las Terrenas
In October the holiday weather in Samaná and Las Terrenas is about equally good (score 64 vs 64). During the day it is about as warm in Las Terrenas as in Samaná. The sea is about equally warm.
| in October | Samaná | Las Terrenas |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 64 | 64 |
| Daytime high | 33° | 33° |
| Sea | 29° | 29° |
| Sunshine | 6 h | 6 h |
| Rainy days | 21 | 21 |
| Best time | Jun – Jul, Dec – Apr | Jun – Jul, Dec – Apr |
Through the year
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In October, Samaná ranks 5 of 12 destinations in this country.
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- 3Puerto Plata32°29°68
- 4Cabarete32°29°67
- 5SamanáThis page33°29°64
- 6Las Terrenas33°29°64
- 7San Pedro de Macorís32°29°31
- 8Santo Domingo32°29°30
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Frequently asked questions about Samaná
When is the best time to visit Samaná?
The best time to visit Samaná is from June to July and from December to April. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in Samaná?
The sea temperature in Samaná ranges from 26.2 °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 Samaná in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 29.0 °C – almost as warm as a bath.
What is the warmest month in Samaná?
September is the warmest month, with average highs of 33 °C and nights around 23 °C. January is the coolest month at 30 °C.
When does it rain most in Samaná?
The rainy season is in May and from September to November; the wettest month is May with 119 mm. The driest month is February with 42 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Samaná get?
Samaná gets around 2,590 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is June with 8.0 hours a day; in November there are 6.1 hours a day.
What time zone is Samaná in?
Samaná is on UTC−4 all year.
How long is the flight from London to Samaná?
A nonstop flight from London to Samaná takes about 8 h 50 min, for a straight-line distance of about 6,900 km.
When is hurricane season in Samaná?
Samaná 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 Samaná?
Samaná has its best school-holiday weather during the Easter holidays (score 77) and its weakest during October half-term (score 64). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 77, May half-term 69, summer holidays 67, October half-term 64, Christmas holidays 77.