The North Coast is warm all year, so the real questions for a group are rain, hurricanes and price.
Weather month by month in Puerto Plata
| Month | High (°F) | Rain (inches) | Rainy days | Sea (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 82 | 5.8 | 13 | 79 |
| February | 82 | 4.8 | 10 | 79 |
| March | 84 | 4.8 | 10 | 79 |
| April | 86 | 6.6 | 10 | 79 |
| May | 88 | 6.6 | 13 | 81 |
| June | 90 | 3.5 | 13 | 81 |
| July | 90 | 2.4 | 15 | 82 |
| August | 90 | 3.1 | 15 | 82 |
| September | 90 | 4.2 | 16 | 84 |
| October | 90 | 6.0 | 17 | 84 |
| November | 84 | 9.5 | 14 | 82 |
| December | 82 | 9.7 | 14 | 81 |
Long term averages from Weather2Travel, based on CRU and Met Office data. Puerto Plata is the nearest city to Las Canas, about 55 minutes away.
What the numbers mean for a group
- Summer (June to September) has the least rain by volume and the warmest sea, so it suits beach, surf and family trips. It falls inside hurricane season.
- Winter (December to March) is cooler, around 82°F, which suits yoga, hikes and working retreats. December brings the most rain, about 9.7 inches over 14 rainy days.
- Spring (February to April) sits between the two: fewer rainy days, comfortable heat.
Hurricane season
The Atlantic hurricane season runs from June 1 to November 30. The peak is September 10, with most activity between mid August and mid October, according to NOAA’s National Hurricane Center. If you book in those months, take travel insurance and keep an eye on the forecast.
Prices and minimum stays by season
| Dates | Whole retreat per night | Minimum stay |
|---|---|---|
| Most of the year | $3,250 to $3,750 | 3 nights |
| Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year | $5,000 | 7 nights |
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Questions guests ask
How many rainy days are there in the wettest months?
December averages 14 rainy days and November 14, so about half the days stay dry.
Should we avoid hurricane season?
That is your call. If you travel between June and November, take travel insurance and watch the forecast. The peak is mid August to mid October, according to NOAA's National Hurricane Center.
When is Las Canas most expensive?
Over Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year, at $5,000 a night with a 7 night minimum. The rest of the year it is $3,250 to $3,750 a night with a 3 night minimum.
