AI-generatedSan Francisco de Macorís at a glance
- Best time
- Jan – Feb
- Warmest month
- Sep · 34°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,420 h
- Rain a year
- 710 mm
- Climate
- Tropical
- Time zone
- UTC−4
- Elevation
- 123 m
Climate in San Francisco de Macorís
San Francisco de Macorís 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 34 °C, while January is the coolest at 30 °C. With around 2,420 hours of sunshine a year, San Francisco de Macorís is sunny; June is the sunniest month with 7.5 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit San Francisco de Macorís
The best time to visit San Francisco de Macorís is from January to February. From May to October it can get very hot, with highs of up to 34 °C. Rain is frequent from April to December; the wettest month is August with 83 mm.
San Francisco de Macorís through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
San Francisco de Macorís in the dry season
Jan – Mar
Fair
- 30–31 °C by day
- 6.3 h of sun a day
- 32 rainy days in all
San Francisco de Macorís in the rainy season
Apr – Dec
Poor
- 30–34 °C by day
- 6.7 h of sun a day
- 142 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
No sea nearby
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
No month
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Peak heat
May – Oct
Highs of 33 °C or more
Rainy months
Apr – Dec
Rainy season or more than 12 rainy days
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Your best months: December – February
Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.
Weather in October
Weather in October
Holiday weather in October
Poor
Best time to visit: January – February
October is the peak of the hurricane season Hurricane season
Keep in mindPeak heatFrequent rainStorm season
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 24°
- Midday, 13:00: about 33°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 32°
- Evening, 20:00: about 27°
- Night, 23:00: about 24°
06:3518:19
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 06:21–07:04 · evening 17:49–18:32
- Blue hour
- Morning 06:13–06:21 · evening 18:32–18:41
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 San Francisco de Macorís compared with home
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In October, daytime highs fall from about 34° 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 | 34° | 32° |
| Night-time low | 21° | 20° |
| Daylight | 12.0 h | 11.5 h |
What is the weather like in San Francisco de Macorís in October?
In October, San Francisco de Macorís is very hot: daytime highs average 33 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 21 °C. Expect around 6.1 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 16 days, adding up to 69 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 not an ideal month for a holiday in San Francisco de Macorís.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 44 min06:35 – 18:19
- UV index
- 9 · very highclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 31 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 10 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 62 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 30 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC−4offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 50 %22 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %52 %
- Few rainy daysweight 30 %11 %
Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “City break”.
What to pack in October
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses & sun hat
- Light, breathable clothes
- Water bottle – drink plenty
- Insect repellent
- Rain jacket or umbrella
Compare two months in San Francisco de Macorís
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January has the better holiday weather in San Francisco de Macorís: score 57 against 25. In January, days are 3 °C cooler than in October. January has 5 fewer rainy days.
| Month | October | January |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 25 | 57better |
| Daytime high | 33° | 30° |
| Night-time low | 21° | 18° |
| Sunshine | 6.1 h | 5.9 h |
| Rainy days | 16 | 11better |
| Rainfall | 69 mm | 35 mmbetter |
| Muggy days | 31 | 24better |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
San Francisco de Macorís month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
57January30° · 5.9 h
In January, San Francisco de Macorís is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and nights cool down to about 18 °C. Expect around 5.9 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 35 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, January is a so-so month for a holiday in San Francisco de Macorís – and yet one of the best months here.
San Francisco de Macorís in January56February30° · 6.4 h
In February, San Francisco de Macorís is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and nights cool down to about 18 °C. Expect around 6.4 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 36 mm in total. On about 17 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, February is a so-so month for a holiday in San Francisco de Macorís – and yet one of the best months here.
San Francisco de Macorís in February51March31° · 6.5 h
In March, San Francisco de Macorís is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and nights cool down to about 18 °C. The sun shines for around 6.5 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 37 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 a so-so month for a holiday in San Francisco de Macorís.
San Francisco de Macorís in March40April32° · 6.8 h
In April, San Francisco de Macorís is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 20 °C. The sun shines for around 6.8 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 13 rainy days and 60 mm in total. 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 so-so month for a holiday in San Francisco de Macorís.
San Francisco de Macorís in April29May33° · 6.8 h
In May, San Francisco de Macorís is very hot: daytime highs average 33 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 21 °C. The sun shines for around 6.8 hours a day. It rains often – on about 16 days, adding up to 76 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 not an ideal month for a holiday in San Francisco de Macorís.
San Francisco de Macorís in May26June34° · 7.5 h
In June, San Francisco de Macorís is very hot: daytime highs average 34 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 21 °C. The sun shines for around 7.5 hours a day. It rains often – on about 15 days, adding up to 58 mm. The thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more every day. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, June is not an ideal month for a holiday in San Francisco de Macorís.
San Francisco de Macorís in June21July34° · 7.4 h
In July, San Francisco de Macorís is very hot: daytime highs average 34 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 21 °C. The sun shines for around 7.4 hours a day. It rains often – on about 19 days, adding up to 75 mm. The thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more every day. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, July is not an ideal month for a holiday in San Francisco de Macorís.
San Francisco de Macorís in July20August34° · 7.3 h
In August, San Francisco de Macorís is very hot: daytime highs average 34 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 22 °C. The sun shines for around 7.3 hours a day. It rains often – on about 19 days, adding up to 83 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 not an ideal month for a holiday in San Francisco de Macorís.
San Francisco de Macorís in August22September34° · 7.0 h
In September, San Francisco de Macorís is very hot: daytime highs average 34 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 21 °C. The sun shines for around 7.0 hours a day. It rains often – on about 16 days, adding up to 69 mm. The thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more every day. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, September is not an ideal month for a holiday in San Francisco de Macorís.
San Francisco de Macorís in September25October33° · 6.1 h
In October, San Francisco de Macorís is very hot: daytime highs average 33 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 21 °C. Expect around 6.1 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 16 days, adding up to 69 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 not an ideal month for a holiday in San Francisco de Macorís.
San Francisco de Macorís in October39November31° · 5.8 h
In November, San Francisco de Macorís is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 20 °C. Expect around 5.8 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 15 days, adding up to 63 mm. On about 24 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, November is not an ideal month for a holiday in San Francisco de Macorís.
San Francisco de Macorís in November51December30° · 6.0 h
In December, San Francisco de Macorís is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and nights cool down to about 18 °C. Expect around 6.0 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 13 rainy days and 47 mm in total. On about 17 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, December is a so-so month for a holiday in San Francisco de Macorís.
San Francisco de Macorís 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 San Francisco de Macorís
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 21°. 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 (18°), the warmest in August (22°). Tropical nights of 20 °C and more are the rule from April to November; then air conditioning or a fan helps you sleep. Nights are pleasant for sleeping (15 to 20 °C) from December to March. It is muggy (dew point 18 °C or more) all year, on about 332 days a year.
Temperatures through the year
Average daytime high, night-time low and sea temperature per month.
| Month | Score | Day | Night | Sun | Rain days | Rain mm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 57 | 30° | 18° | 5.9 h | 11 | 35 |
| FebruaryFeb | 56 | 30° | 18° | 6.4 h | 11 | 36 |
| MarchMar | 51 | 31° | 18° | 6.5 h | 10 | 37 |
| AprilApr | 40 | 32° | 20° | 6.8 h | 13 | 60 |
| MayMay | 29 | 33° | 21° | 6.8 h | 16 | 76 |
| JuneJun | 26 | 34° | 21° | 7.5 h | 15 | 58 |
| JulyJul | 21 | 34° | 21° | 7.4 h | 19 | 75 |
| AugustAug | 20 | 34° | 22° | 7.3 h | 19 | 83 |
| SeptemberSep | 22 | 34° | 21° | 7.0 h | 16 | 69 |
| OctoberOct | 25 | 33° | 21° | 6.1 h | 16 | 69 |
| NovemberNov | 39 | 31° | 20° | 5.8 h | 15 | 63 |
| DecemberDec | 51 | 30° | 18° | 6.0 h | 13 | 47 |
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
19.29° N, 70.25° W · 123 m · America/Santo_Domingo
Sunshine
Sunshine hours in San Francisco de Macorís
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 6.1 of 11.7 hours of daylight in San Francisco de Macorís, 52 % 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 San Francisco de Macorís: 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, San Francisco de Macorís has about 16 rainy days with 69 mm of rain in total.
UV index
UV index in San Francisco de Macorís
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 San Francisco de Macorís
How breezy and how cloudy San Francisco de Macorís 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 San Francisco de Macorís typically peaks at 10 km/h during the day: Beaufort 2, light breeze or less.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 62 % of the sky over San Francisco de Macorís: variable cloud, with about 6.1 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 San Francisco de Macorís
How often the day gets hot in San Francisco de Macorís (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, San Francisco de Macorís 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
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San Francisco de Macorís 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.
San Francisco de Macorís has its best school-holiday weather during the Christmas holidays (score 54) and its weakest during the summer holidays (score 20).
- 43
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Fair
- 32 °C by day
- 6.7 h of sun a day
- 12 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
- 28
May half-term
May – Jun
Poor
- 33 °C by day
- 6.9 h of sun a day
- 16 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Peak heat, Frequent rain
- 20
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
Poor
- 34 °C by day
- 7.3 h of sun a day
- 19 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Peak heat, Frequent rain, Storm season
- 25
October half-term
Oct
Poor
- 33 °C by day
- 6.1 h of sun a day
- 16 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Peak heat, Frequent rain, Storm season
- 54
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
FairBest holidays
- 30 °C by day
- 6.0 h of sun a day
- 12 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 8 h 55 min
- Distance
- 6,950 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
San Francisco de Macorís 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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San Francisco de Macorís vs Santiago de los Caballeros
In October Santiago de los Caballeros has the better holiday weather (score 30 vs 25). During the day it is about as warm in Santiago de los Caballeros as in San Francisco de Macorís. Santiago de los Caballeros gets one more hour of sunshine a day.
| in October | San Francisco de Macorís | Santiago de los Caballeros |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 25 | 30 |
| Daytime high | 33° | 33° |
| Sunshine | 6 h | 7 h |
| Rainy days | 16 | 17 |
| Best time | Jan – Feb | Dec – Feb |
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- 5Las Terrenas33°29°64
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- 7San Pedro de Macorís32°29°31
- 8Santiago de los Caballeros33°30
- 12San Francisco de MacorísThis page33°25
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Frequently asked questions about San Francisco de Macorís
When is the best time to visit San Francisco de Macorís?
The best time to visit San Francisco de Macorís is from January to February. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
What is the warmest month in San Francisco de Macorís?
September is the warmest month, with average highs of 34 °C and nights around 21 °C. January is the coolest month at 30 °C.
When does it rain most in San Francisco de Macorís?
Rain is frequent from April to December; the wettest month is August with 83 mm. The driest month is January with 35 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does San Francisco de Macorís get?
San Francisco de Macorís gets around 2,420 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is June with 7.5 hours a day; in November there are 5.8 hours a day.
What time zone is San Francisco de Macorís in?
San Francisco de Macorís is on UTC−4 all year.
How long is the flight from London to San Francisco de Macorís?
A nonstop flight from London to San Francisco de Macorís takes about 8 h 55 min, for a straight-line distance of about 6,950 km.
When is hurricane season in San Francisco de Macorís?
San Francisco de Macorís 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 San Francisco de Macorís?
San Francisco de Macorís has its best school-holiday weather during the Christmas holidays (score 54) and its weakest during the summer holidays (score 20). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 43, May half-term 28, summer holidays 20, October half-term 25, Christmas holidays 54.