AI-generatedSantiago de los Caballeros at a glance
- Best time
- Dec – Feb
- Warmest month
- Aug · 33°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,830 h
- Rain a year
- 769 mm
- Climate
- Tropical
- Time zone
- UTC−4
- Elevation
- 209 m
Climate in Santiago de los Caballeros
Santiago de los Caballeros 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 33 °C, while January is the coolest at 29 °C. With around 2,830 hours of sunshine a year, Santiago de los Caballeros is sunny; July is the sunniest month with 8.9 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Santiago de los Caballeros
The best time to visit Santiago de los Caballeros is from December to February. From June to September it can get very hot, with highs of up to 33 °C. Rain is frequent from April to May and from September to November; the wettest month is November with 90 mm.
Santiago de los Caballeros through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Santiago de los Caballeros in the dry season
Jun – Aug, Dec – Mar
Fair
- 29–33 °C by day
- 7.9 h of sun a day
- 76 rainy days in all
Santiago de los Caballeros in the rainy season
Apr – May, Sep – Nov
Fair
- 31–33 °C by day
- 7.6 h of sun a day
- 77 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
Jun – Sep
Highs of 33 °C or more
Rainy months
Apr – May, Sep – Nov
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: December – February
October is the peak of the hurricane season Hurricane season
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 27°
- Night, 23:00: about 25°
06:3618:20
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 06:23–07:06 · evening 17:51–18:34
- Blue hour
- Morning 06:14–06:23 · evening 18:34–18:42
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 Santiago de los Caballeros compared with home
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In October, daytime highs fall from about 33° at the start of the month to 31° at the end. The days get 0.5 h shorter.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 33° | 31° |
| Night-time low | 22° | 21° |
| Daylight | 12.0 h | 11.5 h |
What is the weather like in Santiago de los Caballeros in October?
In October, Santiago de los Caballeros is hot: daytime highs average 33 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 22 °C. The sun shines for around 7.0 hours a day. It rains often – on about 17 days, adding up to 90 mm. On about 28 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 Santiago de los Caballeros.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 44 min06:36 – 18:20
- 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
- 28 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC−4offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 50 %31 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %67 %
- Few rainy daysweight 30 %5 %
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 Santiago de los Caballeros
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 Santiago de los Caballeros: score 67 against 30. In February, days are 3 °C cooler than in October. February has 8 fewer rainy days. The sun shines an hour longer a day in February.
| Month | October | February |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 30 | 67better |
| Daytime high | 33° | 30° |
| Night-time low | 22° | 19° |
| Sunshine | 7.0 h | 7.5 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 17 | 9better |
| Rainfall | 90 mm | 45 mmbetter |
| Muggy days | 31 | 13better |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Santiago de los Caballeros month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
66January29° · 6.9 h
In January, Santiago de los Caballeros is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and nights cool down to about 19 °C. The sun shines for around 6.9 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 a good month for a holiday in Santiago de los Caballeros.
Santiago de los Caballeros in January67February30° · 7.5 h
In February, Santiago de los Caballeros is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and nights cool down to about 19 °C. The sun shines for around 7.5 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 9 rainy days and 45 mm in total. On about 12 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, February is a good month for a holiday in Santiago de los Caballeros.
Santiago de los Caballeros in February58March31° · 7.7 h
In March, Santiago de los Caballeros is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and nights cool down to about 19 °C. The sun shines for around 7.7 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 62 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, March is a so-so month for a holiday in Santiago de los Caballeros.
Santiago de los Caballeros in March53April31° · 8.2 h
In April, Santiago de los Caballeros is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 21 °C. 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 22 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 Santiago de los Caballeros.
Santiago de los Caballeros in April43May32° · 8.1 h
In May, Santiago de los Caballeros is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 22 °C. The sun shines for around 8.1 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, May is a so-so month for a holiday in Santiago de los Caballeros.
Santiago de los Caballeros in May48June33° · 8.8 h
In June, Santiago de los Caballeros is very hot: daytime highs average 33 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sun shines for around 8.8 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 44 mm in total. On about 29 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, June is a so-so month for a holiday in Santiago de los Caballeros.
Santiago de los Caballeros in June48July33° · 8.9 h
In July, Santiago de los Caballeros is very hot: daytime highs average 33 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sun shines for around 8.9 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 35 mm in total. On about 30 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, July is a so-so month for a holiday in Santiago de los Caballeros.
Santiago de los Caballeros in July42August33° · 8.4 h
In August, Santiago de los Caballeros is very hot: daytime highs average 33 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sun shines for around 8.4 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 53 mm in total. 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 so-so month for a holiday in Santiago de los Caballeros.
Santiago de los Caballeros in August32September33° · 8.0 h
In September, Santiago de los Caballeros is very hot: daytime highs average 33 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 22 °C. The sun shines for around 8.0 hours a day. It rains often – on about 16 days, adding up to 80 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 not an ideal month for a holiday in Santiago de los Caballeros.
Santiago de los Caballeros in September30October33° · 7.0 h
In October, Santiago de los Caballeros is hot: daytime highs average 33 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 22 °C. The sun shines for around 7.0 hours a day. It rains often – on about 17 days, adding up to 90 mm. On about 28 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 Santiago de los Caballeros.
Santiago de los Caballeros in October45November31° · 6.6 h
In November, Santiago de los Caballeros is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 21 °C. The sun shines for around 6.6 hours a day. It rains often – on about 16 days, adding up to 90 mm. On about 19 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, November is a so-so month for a holiday in Santiago de los Caballeros.
Santiago de los Caballeros in November61December29° · 6.9 h
In December, Santiago de los Caballeros is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and nights cool down to about 19 °C. The sun shines for around 6.9 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 67 mm in total. On about 11 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 Santiago de los Caballeros.
Santiago de los Caballeros in DecemberClimate in detail
Year & climate tableWarmest in August: 33°
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Santiago de los Caballeros
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 22°. 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 (19°), the warmest in July (23°). 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) on about 303 days a year, mostly all year round except in February.
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 | 66 | 29° | 19° | 6.9 h | 12 | 62 |
| FebruaryFeb | 67 | 30° | 19° | 7.5 h | 9 | 45 |
| MarchMar | 58 | 31° | 19° | 7.7 h | 11 | 62 |
| AprilApr | 53 | 31° | 21° | 8.2 h | 13 | 63 |
| MayMay | 43 | 32° | 22° | 8.1 h | 15 | 79 |
| JuneJun | 48 | 33° | 23° | 8.8 h | 10 | 44 |
| JulyJul | 48 | 33° | 23° | 8.9 h | 10 | 35 |
| AugustAug | 42 | 33° | 23° | 8.4 h | 12 | 53 |
| SeptemberSep | 32 | 33° | 22° | 8.0 h | 16 | 80 |
| OctoberOct | 30 | 33° | 22° | 7.0 h | 17 | 90 |
| NovemberNov | 45 | 31° | 21° | 6.6 h | 16 | 90 |
| DecemberDec | 61 | 29° | 19° | 6.9 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
19.45° N, 70.69° W · 209 m · America/Santo_Domingo
Sunshine2,830 hours a year
Sunshine hours in Santiago de los Caballeros
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 Santiago de los Caballeros, 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 Santiago de los Caballeros: 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, Santiago de los Caballeros has about 17 rainy days with 90 mm of rain in total.
UV indexUp to 13 in May
UV index in Santiago de los Caballeros
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 & cloudsWindiest in July: 22 km/h
Wind and clouds in Santiago de los Caballeros
How breezy and how cloudy Santiago de los Caballeros 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 Santiago de los Caballeros typically peaks at 16 km/h during the day: Beaufort 3, gentle breeze.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 57 % of the sky over Santiago de los Caballeros: 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 & humidity265 days of 30° or more a year
Heat and humidity in Santiago de los Caballeros
How often the day gets hot in Santiago de los Caballeros (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, Santiago de los Caballeros has about 28 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 Santiago de los Caballeros
Weather for your travel dates
Pick your arrival and length of stay, and we sum up the weather to expect.
Santiago de los Caballeros 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.
Santiago de los Caballeros has its best school-holiday weather during the Christmas holidays (score 64) and its weakest during October half-term (score 30).
- 54
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Fair
- 31 °C by day
- 8.0 h of sun a day
- 12 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
- 44
May half-term
May – Jun
Fair
- 32 °C by day
- 8.2 h of sun a day
- 14 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
- 44
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
Fair
- 33 °C by day
- 8.6 h of sun a day
- 11 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Peak heat, Storm season
- 30
October half-term
Oct
Poor
- 33 °C by day
- 7.0 h of sun a day
- 17 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain, Storm season
- 64
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
GoodBest holidays
- 29 °C by day
- 6.9 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 55 min
- Distance
- 6,970 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
Santiago de los Caballeros 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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Santiago de los Caballeros vs Puerto Plata
In October the holiday weather in Santiago de los Caballeros and Puerto Plata is about equally good (score 30 vs 34). During the day Puerto Plata is 1 °C cooler than Santiago de los Caballeros.
| in October | Santiago de los Caballeros | Puerto Plata |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 30 | 34 |
| Daytime high | 33° | 32° |
| Sea | no sea nearby | 29° |
| Sunshine | 7 h | 7 h |
| Rainy days | 17 | 17 |
| Best time | Dec – Feb | Nov – Aug |
Through the year
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In October, Santiago de los Caballeros ranks 8 of 12 destinations in this country.
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- 2Puerto Plata32°29°68
- 3Boca Chica32°29°68
- 4Cabarete32°29°67
- 5Las Terrenas33°29°64
- 6Samaná33°29°64
- 7San Pedro de Macorís32°29°31
- 8Santiago de los CaballerosThis page33°30
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Frequently asked questions about Santiago de los Caballeros
When is the best time to visit Santiago de los Caballeros?
The best time to visit Santiago de los Caballeros is from December to February. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
What is the warmest month in Santiago de los Caballeros?
August is the warmest month, with average highs of 33 °C and nights around 23 °C. January is the coolest month at 29 °C.
When does it rain most in Santiago de los Caballeros?
Rain is frequent from April to May and from September to November; the wettest month is November with 90 mm. The driest month is July with 35 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Santiago de los Caballeros get?
Santiago de los Caballeros gets around 2,830 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is July with 8.9 hours a day; in November there are 6.6 hours a day.
What time zone is Santiago de los Caballeros in?
Santiago de los Caballeros is on UTC−4 all year.
How long is the flight from London to Santiago de los Caballeros?
A nonstop flight from London to Santiago de los Caballeros takes about 8 h 55 min, for a straight-line distance of about 6,970 km.
When is hurricane season in Santiago de los Caballeros?
Santiago de los Caballeros 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 Santiago de los Caballeros?
Santiago de los Caballeros has its best school-holiday weather during the Christmas holidays (score 64) and its weakest during October half-term (score 30). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 54, May half-term 44, summer holidays 44, October half-term 30, Christmas holidays 64.