Climate of Saint Joseph, Dominica
Area-weighted average across Saint Joseph. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Saint Joseph, a subdivision of Dominica, has a tropical climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 23.2°C / 73.8°F in January to 26°C / 78.8°F in August, with rainfall from 79 mm / 3.1 in to 231 mm / 9.1 in depending on the season (1890 mm / 74.4 in total across the year).
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 23.2°C73.8°F | 129 mm5.1″ | Tropical |
| February | 23.2°C73.8°F | 84 mm3.3″ | Tropical |
| March | 23.7°C74.7°F | 79 mm3.1″ | — |
| April | 24.5°C76.1°F | 86 mm3.4″ | Tropical |
| May | 25.4°C77.7°F | 127 mm5″ | Tropical |
| June | 25.8°C78.4°F | 169 mm6.7″ | Tropical |
| July | 25.8°C78.4°F | 166 mm6.5″ | Tropical |
| August | 26°C78.8°F | 225 mm8.9″ | Tropical |
| September | 25.7°C78.3°F | 231 mm9.1″ | Tropical |
| October | 25.4°C77.7°F | 212 mm8.3″ | Tropical |
| November | 24.8°C76.6°F | 222 mm8.7″ | Tropical |
| December | 23.9°C75°F | 160 mm6.3″ | Tropical |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Saint Joseph?
Saint Joseph, Dominica does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is August at 26°C / 78.8°F, and the driest is March at 79 mm / 3.1 in — likely your best travel window. For city-level detail, see the cities section below.
What is the climate of Saint Joseph?
Saint Joseph, Dominica has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 23.2°C / 73.8°F in January to 26°C / 78.8°F in August. Annual rainfall averages about 1890 mm / 74.4 in, with the wettest month being September (231 mm / 9.1 in) and the driest March (79 mm / 3.1 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Saint Joseph?
The hottest month in Saint Joseph is August, with an area-wide average temperature of 26°C / 78.8°F.
What is the coldest month in Saint Joseph?
The coldest month in Saint Joseph is January, with an area-wide average temperature of 23.2°C / 73.8°F.
When does it rain most in Saint Joseph?
The wettest month in Saint Joseph is September, averaging about 231 mm / 9.1 in of rainfall. The driest is March with about 79 mm / 3.1 in.