Weather in Punta Cana in July

How July compares

July is the 3rd warmest month of the year in Punta Cana and ranks 62nd of 134 destinations we compare for July - see where else is hot in July. Against London's average high of 21.8°C in July, Punta Cana is 6.9°C warmer by day and 12.4°C warmer at night.

Daytime and night-time in July

The typical July day in Punta Cana peaks at 28.7°C, but that is an average: the warmest 10% of days reach 29.4°C or more. About 100% of days top 25°C and 1 in 23 pass 30°C. Nights average 25.9°C; one night in ten drops to 25.0°C or lower, so pack a layer for evenings. Between 1991 and 2020 the hottest July day here reached 31.3°C (2020-07-03) and the coldest night 23.5°C (2015-07-12).

Rain in July

Wet (more than 8 rainy days): about 19 days with 1 mm or more, 95 mm in total. Year to year it varies a lot - the wettest July was 2010 with 201 mm, the driest 2015 with 35 mm. Humidity averages 80%, which makes the heat feel heavier than the thermometer suggests.

Sea temperature in July

The sea averages 28.0°C - warm enough to swim (22°c+). Depending on the year it ranges from 27.7°C to 28.5°C. For the warmest sea here, come in September (28.8°C).

Sunshine and daylight

Around 6.3 hours of sunshine a day (estimated from cloud cover), 13.0 hours of daylight: the sun rises about 06:05 and sets about 19:14 local time in mid-July. Average cloud cover is 52%.

Is July a good time to visit Punta Cana?

It is a reasonable choice: hot days but expect showers. The best months for Punta Cana on our scoring are March, February, April; months averaging 25°C or more: Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec.

Hot days, with little relief at night

The daytime average looks manageable at around 29°C, but humidity of 80% means the warmth can feel close. This is weather for loose, breathable clothes, regular drinks and shade around midday, rather than packing your days with strenuous activity. Nights average around 26°C, so evenings are warm too: do not expect much of a cool-down after sunset. Air conditioning is a sensible accommodation priority if heat affects your sleep. Only 4% of days reach 30°C, so July's catch is less about exceptionally high temperatures and more about warmth that stays with you. It suits travellers who enjoy heat, including after dark, better than those who need cool evenings.

Allow for rain rather than writing the month off

About 19 rainy days makes July a wet choice, so leave room to move outdoor plans around and pack a light waterproof that will not feel too heavy in the heat. That does not mean every rainy day is a washout: the month averages about 6.3 hours of sunshine within 13 hours of daylight. Equally, those averages do not promise rain only at convenient times, so avoid building your holiday around a fixed daily weather pattern. July makes more sense if you are content to use bright spells for swimming and outdoor time, with something sheltered to do when rain arrives. If reliable dryness is your deciding factor, it is not the strongest choice.