Climate Overview
The climate in San Fernando de Monte Cristi is hot. The average annual temperature is 27°C and approximately 513mm of precipitation falls per year. November is the wettest month, receiving around 94mm of rainfall. San Fernando de Monte Cristi is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, July, June. The coldest months are January, February, March, when temperatures can drop to 22°C.
Temperature
San Fernando de Monte Cristi sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 22°C to 33°C. The warmest month is August, when average highs reach 33°C and the mean temperature sits around 29°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 22°C and an average of 25°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 6°C between highs and lows.
Precipitation
San Fernando de Monte Cristi is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 513mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 43mm per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 94mm of rainfall. September and October also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 17mm. That's 77mm less than November, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.
Wind
San Fernando de Monte Cristi is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 4km/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 5km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in October, with average winds dropping to 3km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 2km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.
Seasons
93 days until Autumn
It is currently summer in San Fernando de Monte Cristi, which began on June 21, 2026. San Fernando de Monte Cristi is in the Northern Hemisphere, where spring begins in March, summer in June, autumn in September, and winter in December. The warmest period peaks in August at around 33°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near 22°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 93 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from 23 to 31°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 131mm over the season and a monthly average of 44mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.
Summer
Temperatures range from 26 to 33°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 65mm over the season and a monthly average of 22mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.
Autumn
Temperatures range from 24 to 32°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 238mm for the season, averaging 79mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 3km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from 22 to 30°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 79mm over the season and a monthly average of 26mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for San Fernando de Monte Cristi 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.
