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Puerto Plata in October: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Planning a trip and want to know what the weather in Puerto Plata in October will be like? Take a look at our weather guide for Puerto Plata, based on historical data.
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October

Weather in Puerto Plata in October 2025

OK Weather
Warm
🌧️
Rainy
✈️
$590 - $590
🌊
Very warm water
If you plan to visit Puerto Plata in October, the weather is typically alright, with an average high temperature of +86°F during the day and approximately 2 sunny days. Expect some rainy, though, as there are typically 19 rainy days in the month and around 86 mm of precipitation. The weather is changeable so you may have to pack for every eventuality. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+86°F
Avg. max. temperature
+68°F
Min.
+97°F
Max.
86 mm
Total precipitation
82%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
2 ☀️
Sunny Days
3 ⛅️
Cloudy
19 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Puerto Plata has OK weather in October.

Average temperature in Puerto Plata in October

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Puerto Plata for October based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

Going from a maximum of +91°F during the day to a minimum of +77°F during the night, the temperature in October averages around +86°F.

The average maximum temperature goes up 0% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +86°F to +86°F.

Is Puerto Plata warm or cold in October?

Puerto Plata is typically warm in October.

Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +88°F to +86°F. The minimum temperature also goes down from +77°F to +75°F.

It’s generally warm, but pack a long-sleeve shirt for evenings.

October is one of the warmest months in Puerto Plata, here is the comparison with other months:

Water temperature in Puerto Plata in October

Water in Puerto Plata in October is Very warm. It varies from +83°F to +86°F, with an average of +84°F. This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +86°F.

The water temperature in October is one of the warmest of the entire year:

The warmest water temperatures in Puerto Plata are reached in September, when the average sea temperature rises to +85°F. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +78°F.

Can you swim in Puerto Plata in October?

You can definitely swim in Puerto Plata in October, the water is very warm (+84°F in average), and might even be unpleasant for ones who like it more fresh.
🦭
Cold
Below +61°F
🏄‍♂️
Fresh
61°F - 70°F
🏊
Comfortable
70°F - 77°F
👙
Warm
77°F - 82°F
🔥
Very warm
+82°C and up
Don't forget sunscreen and a hat, it's going to be hot!

Travel to Puerto Plata

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Flights per week
$590
Min. Price
$590
Max. Price

Climate in Puerto Plata in October

Puerto Plata weather looks like this, on average, in October and the surrounding months.
SeptemberOctoberNovember
Avg. temperature
+88°F+86°F+82°F
Min. temperature
+68°F+68°F+64°F
Max. temperature
+99°F+97°F+95°F
Rainfall
76 mm86 mm82 mm
Wind
2 m/s2 m/s2 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+85°F+84°F+83°F
Humidity
81%82%83%
Air pressure
1012 HPa1012 HPa1013 HPa
Sunny days
122
Cloudy days
234
Rainy days
201922
Snowy days
000

October weather is still as ok as in September. It’s getting colder in October. From +88°F in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +86°F. Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 76 mm to 86 mm. Humidity rises from 81% to 82%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during October, staying around 2 m/s. The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in October, from 1 to 2.

November brings much the same weather, it remains ok.

Wind

Wind speed in Puerto Plata in October based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 2 m/s getting up to 4 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.

The average wind speed in Puerto Plata is gradually decreasing during October, going from 4 m/s to 2 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during October in Puerto Plata based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 74% chance of rain on an average day in October, with total rainfall of approximately 87 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 20 mm, which is considered light rain. October is a pretty wet month with over 23 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
October is one of the rainiest months in Puerto Plata, here is a comparison with other months, total mm:
Puerto Plata wettest month is May, where a typical day has a 65% chance of precipitation and 87 mm of rainfall per day. July, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 65% chance of precipitation and 32 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last October in Puerto Plata?

This is the weather in Puerto Plata in October 2023:
1 October
☁️
+86°F
2 October
🌧️
+85°F
3 October
☁️
+86°F
4 October
☁️
+86°F
5 October
☀️
+85°F
6 October
☁️
+86°F
7 October
☁️
+90°F
8 October
☀️
+90°F
9 October
☀️
+89°F
10 October
☀️
+91°F
11 October
☁️
+89°F
12 October
☀️
+91°F
13 October
☁️
+88°F
14 October
☁️
+88°F
15 October
☀️
+87°F
16 October
☀️
+87°F
17 October
☁️
+86°F
18 October
☀️
+88°F
19 October
☀️
+86°F
20 October
☀️
+88°F
21 October
☀️
+86°F
22 October
☁️
+84°F
23 October
☀️
+84°F
24 October
☁️
+83°F
25 October
🌧️
+80°F
26 October
🌧️
+82°F
27 October
🌧️
+80°F
28 October
🌧️
+82°F
29 October
☀️
+84°F
30 October
☁️
+86°F
31 October
☁️
+86°F
In October 2023 Puerto Plata had 13 sunny days, 13 cloudy days, and 5 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +86°F, with an absolute maximum of +91°F and a minimum of +81°F. The average humidity was 84%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 55%. The average wind speed was 2 m/s, with a maximum of 9 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years

This is how Puerto Plata climate has changed over the last 43 years.

The climate in Puerto Plata in October has not changed that much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1984 (+81°F) and the highest in 2013 (+87°F). The driest year was 1991 with only 460 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2017 with 1044 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Puerto Plata in October:

Is October a good time to visit Puerto Plata?

It’s always a good time to visit Puerto Plata, but the weather is changeable in October, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.

Can you sunbathe in Puerto Plata in October?

October is warm in Puerto Plata. You may enjoy some beach or pool time in the day, but pack something a tad warmer for the evening.

Can you swim in Puerto Plata in October?

Yes, you can swim in Puerto Plata in October, the water is very warm, with temperature averaging at +84°F, but it's important to manage hydration and sun exposure.

Is Puerto Plata rainy in October?

Puerto Plata is often rainy in October. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.

Is it sunny in Puerto Plata in October?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Puerto Plata in October, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.

How much does it cost to fly to Puerto Plata in October?

The normal prices to fly to Puerto Plata is $590 - $590. It means that the majority of our users have picked flights in this range. To find the best price we recommend you search early, using our flexible dates feature.

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Monthly weather in Puerto Plata

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Puerto Plata, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.

For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.