Climate of Dominica — Month by Month
Country-wide average for Dominica. Part of Caribbean, America.
Located in Caribbean, America, Dominica has a tropical climate. Country-wide average temperatures range from 25.7°C / 78.3°F in February to 28.3°C / 82.9°F in June, with annual rainfall totalling around 2030 mm / 79.9 in — driest in March (30 mm / 1.2 in), wettest in September (300 mm / 11.8 in). These are national averages; regional variation can be substantial, especially in geographically diverse countries. For city-level detail see the cities section below, and for state or province breakdowns follow the subdivisions link if available.
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| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 25.8°C78.4°F | 70 mm2.8″ | — |
| February | 25.7°C78.3°F | 50 mm2″ | — |
| March | 26.1°C79°F | 30 mm1.2″ | Sunny & Hot |
| April | 27°C80.6°F | 80 mm3.1″ | Tropical |
| May | 27.9°C82.2°F | 200 mm7.9″ | Tropical |
| June | 28.3°C82.9°F | 250 mm9.8″ | Tropical |
| July | 28.2°C82.8°F | 200 mm7.9″ | Tropical |
| August | 28.3°C82.9°F | 250 mm9.8″ | Tropical |
| September | 28.1°C82.6°F | 300 mm11.8″ | Tropical |
| October | 28°C82.4°F | 280 mm11″ | Tropical |
| November | 27.4°C81.3°F | 200 mm7.9″ | Tropical |
| December | 26.4°C79.5°F | 120 mm4.7″ | Tropical |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Dominica?
The best months to visit Dominica for sunny, dry weather are March. The warmest month is June (28.3°C / 82.9°F average), and the driest is March (~30 mm / 1.2 in rainfall).
What is the climate of Dominica?
Dominica has country-wide monthly average temperatures ranging from 25.7°C / 78.3°F in February to 28.3°C / 82.9°F in June. Annual rainfall averages about 2030 mm / 79.9 in, with the wettest month being September (300 mm / 11.8 in) and the driest March (30 mm / 1.2 in). Regional variation within Dominica can be significant — see subdivision or city pages for detail.
What is the hottest month in Dominica?
The hottest month in Dominica is June, with a country-wide average temperature of 28.3°C / 82.9°F.
What is the coldest month in Dominica?
The coldest month in Dominica is February, with a country-wide average temperature of 25.7°C / 78.3°F.
When does it rain most in Dominica?
The wettest month in Dominica is September, averaging about 300 mm / 11.8 in of rain. The driest is March with about 30 mm / 1.2 in.