- Best Months
- Feb–Apr, Jun–Aug
- Snowfall
- Not applicable—tropical location, no snow
- Best Months To Visit
- February–April and June–August
- Worst Months To Visit
- October–December
Updated July 2026 · Sources cited: en.climate-data.org, weather-atlas.com
Good to know
Good to Know
- Cabarete's location on the north coast provides exceptional hurricane protection despite falling within the official Atlantic hurricane season (June–November). Direct hits are extremely rare and well-documented as having not occurred for over a century.
- Year-round trade winds create natural cooling; even during the hottest months (June–August), persistent breezes keep conditions comfortable despite heat.
- No true 'rainy season'—while winter months (Nov–Jan) see more rainfall, it typically arrives as brief afternoon showers, not multi-day downpours. You can expect rain almost any month, but consistent sunshine dominates.
- February–April offers the best balance of weather comfort, low rainfall, and lower humidity for most travelers. June–August are hot but offer dry conditions and excellent wind for water sports.
- October–December see elevated rainfall, particularly November (the wettest month). If avoiding rain is a priority, this period is least favorable.
- Water temperature stays warm year-round (25–29°C (77–84°F) / 77–84°F), so a wetsuit is never necessary; many only wear a rashguard for sun protection.
Overview
Cabarete has a tropical climate with minimal seasonal temperature variation and year-round warm conditions.
Rainfall
- Pattern
- Year-round precipitation with no true dry season; winter (Nov–Jan) sees increased rainfall
- Driest Months
- June–July
- Wettest Months
- November–January
- Annual Total Mm
- 1025
- Annual Total Inches
- 40
- Driest Month Example
- June with approximately 40 mm (1.6 in)
- Wettest Month Example
- November with approximately 288 mm (11.3 in)
- Note On Rainfall
- Even wetter months typically bring afternoon showers that clear quickly; sustained multi-day downpours are uncommon
Snowfall
Not applicable—tropical location, no snow
Temperature
- Peak Months
- June–August
- Coolest Months
- January–February
- Annual Range Celsius
- 27–32°C (81–90°F) (day); 20–23°C (68–73°F) (night)
- Annual Range Fahrenheit
- 81–90°F (day); 68–74°F (night)
- Peak Average High Celsius
- 32
- Coolest Average High Celsius
- 28
- Peak Average High Fahrenheit
- 90
- Coolest Average High Fahrenheit
- 82
Hurricane Season
- Peak Month
- September
- Local History
- Cabarete has not recorded a direct hurricane hit in over a century
- Official Season
- June–November
- Practical Impact
- Even if storms pass nearby, typical impacts are brief heavy rain, wind, and occasional power outages—not sustained damage. Most storms bring unpredictable wind and wave conditions rather than genuine hurricane threat.
- Geographic Protection
- The Dominican Republic's central mountain ranges, particularly the high elevation landmass, deflect most hurricanes north or south of the island. Cabarete's north-coast location and protective geography provide exceptional shelter.
- Risk Level For Cabarete
- Very low—Cabarete rarely experiences direct hurricane hits due to geographic protection
Best Months Detail
February–April offer cooler temperatures, lower humidity, and minimal rainfall. June–August are hot but dry with trade-wind relief; July–August are paradoxically among the driest months despite official hurricane season.
Worst Months Detail
November is the wettest month with highest rainfall and most rainy days. October and December also see elevated precipitation.
Best Months To Visit
February–April and June–August
Worst Months To Visit
October–December
Sources cited for this category
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Data last updated July 2026 · Verify anything important.