Climate Insights for Cap-Haitien

Arrondissement de Cap-Haïtien, Département du Nord, Haiti

Hottest
September
29°C peak83°F peak
Coldest
February
22°C low72°F low
Wettest
November
158 mm rain6.2 in rain
Best to Visit
January, February
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Cap-Haitien is hot. The average annual temperature is 25°C and approximately 1,197 mm of precipitation falls per year. Cap-Haitien receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Cap-Haitien is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: September, August, July. The coldest months are February, January, March, when temperatures can drop to 22°C.The climate in Cap-Haitien is hot. The average annual temperature is 78°F and approximately 47.1 in of precipitation falls per year. Cap-Haitien receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Cap-Haitien is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: September, August, July. The coldest months are February, January, March, when temperatures can drop to 72°F.

Temperature

0°5°10°15°20°25°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 26°Average: 24°Min: 22°FebMax: 26°Average: 24°Min: 22°MarMax: 26°Average: 24°Min: 22°AprMax: 26°Average: 25°Min: 23°MayMax: 27°Average: 26°Min: 24°JunMax: 28°Average: 27°Min: 25°JulMax: 28°Average: 27°Min: 25°AugMax: 29°Average: 27°Min: 26°SepMax: 29°Average: 27°Min: 26°OctMax: 28°Average: 26°Min: 25°NovMax: 27°Average: 25°Min: 24°DecMax: 26°Average: 24°Min: 23°
Max
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Min
0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 78°FAverage: 75°FMin: 72°FFebMax: 78°FAverage: 75°FMin: 72°FMarMax: 78°FAverage: 75°FMin: 72°FAprMax: 79°FAverage: 76°FMin: 74°FMayMax: 81°FAverage: 78°FMin: 76°FJunMax: 83°FAverage: 80°FMin: 78°FJulMax: 83°FAverage: 80°FMin: 78°FAugMax: 83°FAverage: 80°FMin: 78°FSepMax: 83°FAverage: 80°FMin: 78°FOctMax: 83°FAverage: 80°FMin: 77°FNovMax: 81°FAverage: 78°FMin: 75°FDecMax: 79°FAverage: 76°FMin: 73°F
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Cap-Haitien has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 7°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 22°C and an average of 24°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 3°C between highs and lows.Cap-Haitien has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 11°F range. The warmest month is September, when average highs reach 83°F and the mean temperature sits around 80°F. February is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 72°F and an average of 75°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 6°F between highs and lows.

Precipitation

0mm50mm100mm150mm200mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 99mmFebPrecipitation: 73mmMarPrecipitation: 107mmAprPrecipitation: 109mmMayPrecipitation: 110mmJunPrecipitation: 61mmJulPrecipitation: 62mmAugPrecipitation: 77mmSepPrecipitation: 100mmOctPrecipitation: 123mmNovPrecipitation: 158mmDecPrecipitation: 119mm
Precipitation
0in2in4in6inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 3.9inFebPrecipitation: 2.9inMarPrecipitation: 4.2inAprPrecipitation: 4.3inMayPrecipitation: 4.3inJunPrecipitation: 2.4inJulPrecipitation: 2.4inAugPrecipitation: 3inSepPrecipitation: 3.9inOctPrecipitation: 4.8inNovPrecipitation: 6.2inDecPrecipitation: 4.7in
Precipitation

Cap-Haitien is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1,197 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 100 mm per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 158 mm of rainfall. October and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is June, with just 61 mm. That's 97 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.Cap-Haitien is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 47.1 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 3.9 in per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 6.2 in of rainfall. October and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is June, with just 2.4 in. That's 3.8 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/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 15km/hFebWind Speed: 17km/hMarWind Speed: 15km/hAprWind Speed: 14km/hMayWind Speed: 11km/hJunWind Speed: 12km/hJulWind Speed: 16km/hAugWind Speed: 14km/hSepWind Speed: 10km/hOctWind Speed: 10km/hNovWind Speed: 13km/hDecWind Speed: 15km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mph10mph15mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 9mphFebWind Speed: 11mphMarWind Speed: 10mphAprWind Speed: 8mphMayWind Speed: 7mphJunWind Speed: 7mphJulWind Speed: 10mphAugWind Speed: 9mphSepWind Speed: 6mphOctWind Speed: 6mphNovWind Speed: 8mphDecWind Speed: 9mph
Wind Speed

Cap-Haitien is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 13km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 17km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in October, with average winds dropping to 10km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 7km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.Cap-Haitien is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 8mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 11mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in October, with average winds dropping to 6mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 5mph gap between the calmest and windiest months.

Best Time to Visit

Jan24°75°F
Feb24°75°F
Mar24°75°F
Apr25°76°F
May26°78°F
Jun27°80°F
Jul27°80°F
Aug27°80°F
Sep27°80°F
Oct26°80°F
Nov25°78°F
Dec24°76°F

The best time to visit Cap-Haitien is during January and February, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 24°C with modest rainfall averaging 86 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 Cap-Haitien is during January and February, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 75°F with modest rainfall averaging 3.4 in per month. By contrast, September can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 83°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 Cap-Haitien 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 Cap-Haitien 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
22 °C72 °F
26 °C78 °F
15 km/h9 mph
99 mm3.9 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
22 °C72 °F
26 °C78 °F
17 km/h11 mph
73 mm2.9 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
22 °C72 °F
26 °C78 °F
15 km/h10 mph
107 mm4.2 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
23 °C74 °F
26 °C79 °F
14 km/h8 mph
109 mm4.3 in
0 cm0 in
May
24 °C76 °F
27 °C81 °F
11 km/h7 mph
110 mm4.3 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
25 °C78 °F
28 °C83 °F
12 km/h7 mph
61 mm2.4 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
25 °C78 °F
28 °C83 °F
16 km/h10 mph
62 mm2.4 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
26 °C78 °F
29 °C83 °F
14 km/h9 mph
77 mm3 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
26 °C78 °F
29 °C83 °F
10 km/h6 mph
100 mm3.9 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
25 °C77 °F
28 °C83 °F
10 km/h6 mph
123 mm4.8 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
24 °C75 °F
27 °C81 °F
13 km/h8 mph
158 mm6.2 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
23 °C73 °F
26 °C79 °F
15 km/h9 mph
119 mm4.7 in
0 cm0 in