Dominica, DominicaQuick decision
When to visit Dominica?
🌞 Best time overall
May
🌡️ Optimal temperature
73°F–82°F in May
🌧 Least rain
41% rainy days in May
🌧 Wettest month
July (74%)
📅 Best score
8.4/10
By trip type
Best time by type of trip
Boiling LakeYear-round — world's 2nd largest hot lake, 6h trek.
Champagne ReefYear-round — volcanic bubbles underwater, snorkeling.
Rainforest & waterfallsYear-round — Morne Trois Pitons UNESCO, Trafalgar Falls.
Resident sperm whalesNov–Mar — year-round population, whale watching.
Monthly climate data
Dominica weather month by month
| Month | Min °F | Max °F | Rainy days (%) | Precip. in/d | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌤️ January | 70°F | 79°F | 42% | 0.1in | 10.8h | 7.9/10 |
| 🌤️ February | 70°F | 79°F | 52% | 0.1in | 11.0h | 7.7/10 |
| 🌤️ March | 70°F | 79°F | 47% | 0.1in | 11.6h | 7.9/10 |
| 🌤️ April | 72°F | 81°F | 47% | 0.1in | 12.0h | 8.1/10 |
| 🌤️ May | 73°F | 82°F | 41% | 0.1in | 12.0h | 8.4/10 |
| 🌤️ June | 73°F | 82°F | 59% | 0.1in | 11.7h | 7.8/10 |
| ⛅ July | 73°F | 82°F | 74% | 0.1in | 11.5h | 7.4/10 |
| ⛅ August | 73°F | 82°F | 66% | 0.1in | 11.8h | 7.6/10 |
| ⛅ September | 75°F | 84°F | 60% | 0.2in | 11.9h | 7.5/10 |
| ⛅ October | 73°F | 82°F | 61% | 0.1in | 11.3h | 7.6/10 |
| 🌤️ November | 72°F | 81°F | 59% | 0.1in | 10.8h | 7.5/10 |
| 🌤️ December | 70°F | 79°F | 59% | 0.1in | 10.6h | 7.5/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
Source: Open-Meteo · 10 years
🌴 Tropical destination — heavy rain months benefit from an algorithmic adjustment: tropical showers are intense but brief and usually don't ruin a trip.
Seasonal breakdown
What to expect each season
🌸 Spring (Mar–May) — Good time
Average 27°F, 45% rainy days, 11.9h sunshine/day. Score: 8.1/10.
☀️ Summer (Jun–Aug) — Good time
Average 28°F, 66% rainy days, 11.7h sunshine/day. Score: 7.6/10.
🍂 Autumn (Sep–Nov) — Good time
Average 28°F, 60% rainy days, 11.3h sunshine/day. Score: 7.5/10.
❄️ Winter (Dec–Feb) — Good time
Average 26°F, 51% rainy days, 10.8h sunshine/day. Score: 7.7/10.
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FAQ
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May is ideal with 41% rainy days and 28°F.
July is the wettest month with 74% rainy days.
Yes, May is the best month with an average of 28°F.
In winter, the average score is 7.7/10. Acceptable conditions for cultural visits.
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