Weather in Punta Cana in June

How June compares

June is the 4th warmest month of the year in Punta Cana and ranks 40th of 134 destinations we compare for June - see where else is hot in June. Against London's average high of 19.6°C in June, Punta Cana is 9.0°C warmer by day and 14.4°C warmer at night.

Daytime and night-time in June

The typical June day in Punta Cana peaks at 28.6°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 36 pass 30°C. Nights average 25.7°C; one night in ten drops to 24.8°C or lower, so pack a layer for evenings. Between 1991 and 2020 the hottest June day here reached 31.2°C (2020-06-23) and the coldest night 22.4°C (2011-06-04).

Rain in June

Wet (more than 8 rainy days): about 16 days with 1 mm or more, 74 mm in total. Year to year it varies a lot - the wettest June was 2011 with 192 mm, the driest 2014 with 26 mm. Humidity averages 80%, which makes the heat feel heavier than the thermometer suggests.

Sea temperature in June

The sea averages 27.7°C - warm enough to swim (22°c+). Depending on the year it ranges from 27.4°C to 28.3°C. For the warmest sea here, come in September (28.8°C).

Sunshine and daylight

Around 5.5 hours of sunshine a day (estimated from cloud cover), 13.1 hours of daylight: the sun rises about 05:57 and sets about 19:11 local time in mid-June. Average cloud cover is 58%.

Is June 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.

Steady heat, with warm evenings

The heat is consistent rather than frequently extreme: every day reaches 25°C, while only 3% reach 30°C. Humidity of 80% is the more important comfort consideration, so do not judge June purely by the daytime temperature. Keep clothing loose and lightweight, plan a slower pace around midday, and choose accommodation with air conditioning if warm nights affect your sleep. Evenings offer little relief from the warmth, making light clothes more useful than heavy layers. June suits travellers happy to spend time in the water or shade; it is less appealing if you prefer cool evenings and energetic days outdoors.

Good sea temperatures, but allow for wet weather

At 27.7°C, the sea is comfortably warm for swimming, which is a strong reason to consider June. Sunshine averages about 5.5 hours within 13.1 hours of daylight, so there is scope for time outside, but you should not expect clear skies throughout the day. Rain is frequent enough to make flexible plans sensible. Pack a lightweight waterproof and keep an indoor alternative in mind rather than depending on every day being dry. The monthly figures do not tell you when rain will arrive or how long it will last, so avoid assuming it will always fit neatly around swimming or other outdoor plans.