2026 Climate Averages

Weather in Punta Cana in October

It's a rainy period, but great for indoor activities, museums, and lower prices.

Climate Overview

October is a wet time to visit Punta Cana. Punta Cana has a Tropical climate with average yearly highs of 29°C, lows of 25°C, and approximately 27 rainy days per month.

Avg High

29°C

Avg Low

25°C

Rainy days

27days

Daylight

11.8h

Is October a good time to visit Punta Cana?

It's a rainy period, but great for indoor activities, museums, and lower prices.

Daylight

Sunrise

6:28 AM

Sunset

6:13 PM

Weather by Month
Monthly weather data
Month High Low Rainy days Condition
January 27°C 23°C 22 Excellent (best)
February 27°C 23°C 24 Excellent (best)
March 27°C 23°C 21 Excellent (best)
April 29°C 24°C 18 Excellent (best)
May 29°C 25°C 19 Wet
June 30°C 26°C 20 Wet
July 30°C 26°C 26 Wet
August 30°C 26°C 23 Wet
September 30°C 26°C 17 Wet
October 29°C 25°C 27 Wet
November 28°C 24°C 27 Wet
December 27°C 24°C 21 Excellent (best)

Weather data: Open-Meteo Archive (2020-2025) • Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0) • Historical avg. 2020–2025

What to Pack for October

Humidity-wicking clothes, insect repellent, waterproof bag, and rain poncho.

Climate: Tropical
Travel Context Expect humidity and afternoon showers—plan flexible days.

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Common Questions

Is October a good time to visit Punta Cana? +

October is typically Wet for visiting Punta Cana, with average highs of 29°C and around 27 rainy days.

What should I pack for Punta Cana in October? +

With highs of 29°C and lows of 25°C in {month}, we recommend: Humidity-wicking clothes, insect repellent, waterproof bag, and rain poncho.

Does it rain a lot in Punta Cana in October? +

Punta Cana typically sees around 27 rainy days in October.

How many hours of daylight are there in Punta Cana in October? +

In October, Punta Cana gets approximately 11.8 hours of daylight per day.

Is October peak season in Punta Cana? +

No, October is not peak season in Punta Cana. Expect better value on accommodation and fewer tourists.

What is the best month to visit Punta Cana? +

The best months to visit Punta Cana are December, January, February, March, April, when the weather is optimal for sightseeing.

Weather Data: Based on 2020–2025 historical climate data from Open-Meteo

Solar calculations: SunCalc (timezone: America/Puerto_Rico)

Last Updated: January 2026

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29° / 25°
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