Puerto Plata weather in August
August in Puerto Plata: hot, a little rain, with clean air — an excellent time to visit.
#10 of 12 months in Puerto Plata · #276 of 897 destinations to visit in August · comfort 87/100 (tier A)
Updated June 2026 · climate normals from ERA5 reanalysis
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Puerto Plata climate normals — August
| Daytime high | 31°C / 87°F | 🥵 hot |
|---|---|---|
| Nighttime low | 26°C / 78°F | |
| Rainfall | 59 mm / 2.3 in | 🌦 some rain |
| Rainy days | 12 days | |
| Humidity | 79% | 💦 very humid |
| Dew point | 24°C / 75°F | |
| Sunshine | 11.4 h/day | |
| Daylight | 12.8 h | |
| Wind | 21 km/h / 13 mph | |
| Air quality (US AQI) | 39 | 🍃 good |
Monthly averages from ERA5 reanalysis. AQI is the mean US Air Quality Index for the month.
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Puerto Plata in August — FAQ
- Is August a good time to visit Puerto Plata?
- August in Puerto Plata: hot, a little rain, with clean air — an excellent time to visit. It ranks #10 of 12 months for Puerto Plata on SeasonMap's comfort score (87/100).
- What is the weather like in Puerto Plata in August?
- In August, Puerto Plata averages a daily high of 30.7°C and a low of 25.8°C, with about 58.9 mm of rain over roughly 11.6 rainy days.
- What is the air quality in Puerto Plata in August?
- Puerto Plata has a mean US Air Quality Index of about 39 in August.