Climate Insights for Río Piedras

Gaspar Hernández, Espaillat, Dominican Republic

Hottest
September
29°C peak84°F peak
Coldest
February
23°C low74°F low
Wettest
November
139 mm rain5.5 in rain
Best to Visit
January, February, March
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Río Piedras is hot. The average annual temperature is 26°C and approximately 1,044 mm of precipitation falls per year. Río Piedras receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Río Piedras is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: September, August, October. The coldest months are February, March, January, when temperatures can drop to 23°C.The climate in Río Piedras is hot. The average annual temperature is 79°F and approximately 41.1 in of precipitation falls per year. Río Piedras receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Río Piedras is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: September, August, October. The coldest months are February, March, January, when temperatures can drop to 74°F.

Temperature

0°5°10°15°20°25°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 26°Average: 25°Min: 23°FebMax: 26°Average: 24°Min: 23°MarMax: 26°Average: 24°Min: 23°AprMax: 26°Average: 25°Min: 24°MayMax: 27°Average: 26°Min: 25°JunMax: 28°Average: 27°Min: 26°JulMax: 28°Average: 27°Min: 26°AugMax: 28°Average: 27°Min: 26°SepMax: 29°Average: 27°Min: 26°OctMax: 28°Average: 27°Min: 26°NovMax: 27°Average: 26°Min: 25°DecMax: 26°Average: 25°Min: 24°
Max
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Min
0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 78°FAverage: 76°FMin: 74°FFebMax: 78°FAverage: 76°FMin: 74°FMarMax: 78°FAverage: 76°FMin: 74°FAprMax: 79°FAverage: 77°FMin: 75°FMayMax: 81°FAverage: 79°FMin: 77°FJunMax: 83°FAverage: 80°FMin: 78°FJulMax: 83°FAverage: 80°FMin: 78°FAugMax: 83°FAverage: 81°FMin: 79°FSepMax: 84°FAverage: 81°FMin: 79°FOctMax: 83°FAverage: 81°FMin: 78°FNovMax: 81°FAverage: 79°FMin: 77°FDecMax: 79°FAverage: 77°FMin: 75°F
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Min

Río Piedras has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 6°C range. The warmest month is September, when average highs reach 29°C and the mean temperature sits around 27°C. February is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 23°C and an average of 24°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 2°C between highs and lows.Río Piedras has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 10°F range. The warmest month is September, when average highs reach 84°F and the mean temperature sits around 81°F. February is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 74°F and an average of 76°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 4°F between highs and lows.

Precipitation

0mm25mm50mm75mm100mm125mm150mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 89mmFebPrecipitation: 80mmMarPrecipitation: 95mmAprPrecipitation: 90mmMayPrecipitation: 71mmJunPrecipitation: 40mmJulPrecipitation: 69mmAugPrecipitation: 80mmSepPrecipitation: 95mmOctPrecipitation: 95mmNovPrecipitation: 139mmDecPrecipitation: 100mm
Precipitation
0in2in4in6inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 3.5inFebPrecipitation: 3.1inMarPrecipitation: 3.8inAprPrecipitation: 3.5inMayPrecipitation: 2.8inJunPrecipitation: 1.6inJulPrecipitation: 2.7inAugPrecipitation: 3.1inSepPrecipitation: 3.7inOctPrecipitation: 3.8inNovPrecipitation: 5.5inDecPrecipitation: 3.9in
Precipitation

Río Piedras is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1,044 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 87 mm per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 139 mm of rainfall. December and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is June, with just 40 mm. That's 100 mm less than November, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall.Río Piedras is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 41.1 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 3.4 in per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 5.5 in of rainfall. December and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is June, with just 1.6 in. That's 3.9 in less than November, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall.

Wind

0km/h5km/h10km/h15km/h20km/h25km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 19km/hFebWind Speed: 21km/hMarWind Speed: 20km/hAprWind Speed: 19km/hMayWind Speed: 20km/hJunWind Speed: 21km/hJulWind Speed: 21km/hAugWind Speed: 20km/hSepWind Speed: 16km/hOctWind Speed: 15km/hNovWind Speed: 17km/hDecWind Speed: 18km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mph10mph15mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 12mphFebWind Speed: 13mphMarWind Speed: 12mphAprWind Speed: 12mphMayWind Speed: 12mphJunWind Speed: 13mphJulWind Speed: 13mphAugWind Speed: 12mphSepWind Speed: 10mphOctWind Speed: 9mphNovWind Speed: 10mphDecWind Speed: 11mph
Wind Speed

Río Piedras is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 19km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is July, averaging 21km/h, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in October, with average winds dropping to 15km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 6km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.Río Piedras is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 12mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is July, averaging 13mph, which can feel quite blustery and may affect outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in October, with average winds dropping to 9mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 4mph gap between the calmest and windiest months.

Best Time to Visit

Jan25°76°F
Feb24°76°F
Mar24°76°F
Apr25°77°F
May26°79°F
Jun27°80°F
Jul27°80°F
Aug27°81°F
Sep27°81°F
Oct27°81°F
Nov26°79°F
Dec25°77°F

The best time to visit Río Piedras is during January, February, March and April, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 25°C with modest rainfall averaging 89 mm per month. By contrast, September can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 29°C. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely. Pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.The best time to visit Río Piedras is during January, February, March and April, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 76°F with modest rainfall averaging 3.5 in per month. By contrast, September can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 84°F. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely. Pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Río Piedras based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.The table below shows monthly climate averages for Río Piedras based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Fahrenheit (°F). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in miles per hour (mph). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
23 °C74 °F
26 °C78 °F
19 km/h12 mph
89 mm3.5 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
23 °C74 °F
26 °C78 °F
21 km/h13 mph
80 mm3.1 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
23 °C74 °F
26 °C78 °F
20 km/h12 mph
95 mm3.8 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
24 °C75 °F
26 °C79 °F
19 km/h12 mph
90 mm3.5 in
0 cm0 in
May
25 °C77 °F
27 °C81 °F
20 km/h12 mph
71 mm2.8 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
26 °C78 °F
28 °C83 °F
21 km/h13 mph
40 mm1.6 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
26 °C78 °F
28 °C83 °F
21 km/h13 mph
69 mm2.7 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
26 °C79 °F
28 °C83 °F
20 km/h12 mph
80 mm3.1 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
26 °C79 °F
29 °C84 °F
16 km/h10 mph
95 mm3.7 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
26 °C78 °F
28 °C83 °F
15 km/h9 mph
95 mm3.8 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
25 °C77 °F
27 °C81 °F
17 km/h10 mph
139 mm5.5 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
24 °C75 °F
26 °C79 °F
18 km/h11 mph
100 mm3.9 in
0 cm0 in