Best Time to Visit Haiti
Month-by-month climate guide for planning a trip to Haiti.
Haiti does not have a month that clearly fits our sunny profiles at a country-wide average. Its warmest and driest window is around July (28.5°C / 83.3°F) and January (50 mm / 2 in rainfall) — usually the practical travel choice. The drier half of the year covers July and November–April, while the wetter half runs through May–June and August–October. Country-wide monthly temperatures range from 25°C / 77°F in January to 28.5°C / 83.3°F in July, and monthly rainfall from 50 mm / 2 in (January) to 190 mm / 7.5 in (May). Haiti's climate is broadly consistently warm. These are national area-weighted averages from long-term climate normals — regional variation within Haiti can be substantial, especially for large or geographically diverse countries. Below, every month is classified against our five weather profiles so you can match your travel window to your preferred weather.
Recommended months
| Month | Temp | Rain | Feels like |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 25°C77°F | 50 mm2″ | — |
| February | 25°C77°F | 50 mm2″ | — |
| March | 26°C78.8°F | 80 mm3.1″ | Tropical |
No month in Haiti fits our sunny profiles at a country-wide average. The three above are the driest-and-warmest fallback.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Haiti?
Haiti doesn't have a month that clearly matches our sunny profiles at a national average. The practical travel window centres on January (driest, ~50 mm / 2 in) and July (warmest, 28.5°C / 83.3°F). Regional variation within Haiti can be significant — city and subdivision pages give a more localised view.
When is the rainy season in Haiti?
The rainy season in Haiti runs through May–June and August–October, when monthly rainfall exceeds the national annual median of about 140 mm / 5.5 in. The wettest single month is May, averaging 190 mm / 7.5 in.
What is the dry season in Haiti?
The drier half of the year in Haiti covers July and November–April, when monthly rainfall stays at or below the annual median of about 140 mm / 5.5 in. The driest single month is January with about 50 mm / 2 in.
What months should I avoid visiting Haiti?
The least comfortable months for travel in Haiti — based on our climate data — are January, February, March, May, September, October, November, December. These are Haiti's wettest or coolest months. Rainfall peaks at 190 mm / 7.5 in in May, and temperatures bottom out at 25°C / 77°F in January.
Is there a shoulder season in Haiti?
Shoulder-season months in Haiti — moderate weather, lower rainfall than the wet season — include January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December. These are typically the quietest and cheapest months for travel, and often deliver decent weather without the peak-season crowd.