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Punta Cana in April: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

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

Weather in Punta Cana in April 2025

OK Weather
Warm
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Rainy
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Warm water
If you plan to visit Punta Cana in April, the weather is typically alright, with an average high temperature of +81°F during the day and approximately 3 sunny days. Expect some rainy, though, as there are typically 22 rainy days in the month and around 57 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

☀️
+81°F
Avg. max. temperature
+72°F
Min.
+84°F
Max.
57 mm
Total precipitation
79%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
3 ☀️
Sunny Days
4 ⛅️
Cloudy
22 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Punta Cana has OK weather in April.

Average temperature in Punta Cana in April

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Punta Cana for April based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

Going from a maximum of +82°F during the day to a minimum of +72°F during the night, the temperature in April averages around +81°F.

The average maximum temperature goes up 33% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +79°F to +82°F.

Is Punta Cana warm or cold in April?

Punta Cana is typically warm in April.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +79°F to +81°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +73°F to +75°F.

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

Take a look at how April is compared to other months in Punta Cana:

Water temperature in Punta Cana in April

Water in Punta Cana in April is Warm. It varies from +78°F to +82°F, with an average of +80°F. This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +81°F.

In April, water temperatures are average relative to the rest of the year:

The warmest water temperatures in Punta Cana are reached in September, when the average sea temperature rises to +85°F. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +79°F.

Can you swim in Punta Cana in April?

You can absolutely swim in Punta Cana in April, the water is warm (+80°F in average), similar to heated pools. Suitable for most people, including children and the elderly.
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Cold
Below +61°F
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Fresh
61°F - 70°F
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Comfortable
70°F - 77°F
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Warm
77°F - 82°F
🔥
Very warm
+82°C and up
Bring your swimming suit, sunscreen and your favorite inflatable pink flamingo.

Climate in Punta Cana in April

Punta Cana weather looks like this, on average, in April and the surrounding months.
MarchAprilMay
Avg. temperature
+79°F+81°F+81°F
Min. temperature
+70°F+72°F+70°F
Max. temperature
+82°F+84°F+84°F
Rainfall
38 mm57 mm115 mm
Wind
3 m/s3 m/s3 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+79°F+80°F+81°F
Humidity
78%79%81%
Air pressure
1015 HPa1014 HPa1014 HPa
Sunny days
431
Cloudy days
544
Rainy days
212224
Snowy days
000

April typically has worse weather conditions compared to March. It’s getting warmer as April arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +79°F to +81°F during the day. Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 38 mm to 57 mm. Humidity rises from 78% to 79%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during April, staying around 3 m/s. The days becoming less sunny, going from 4 sunny days in March to 3 in April.

May brings much the same weather, it remains ok.

Wind

Wind speed in Punta Cana in April based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 6 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.

The average wind speed in Punta Cana is gradually decreasing during April, going from 6 m/s to 3 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during April in Punta Cana based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 40% chance of rain on an average day in April, with total rainfall of approximately 72 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 19 mm, which is considered light rain. April is a pretty wet month with over 12 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
Here’s how April is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Punta Cana wettest month is October, where a typical day has a 71% chance of precipitation and 128 mm of rainfall per day. February, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 72% chance of precipitation and 37 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last April in Punta Cana?

This is the weather in Punta Cana in April 2023:
1 April
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+80°F
2 April
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+80°F
3 April
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+80°F
4 April
☀️
+80°F
5 April
🌧️
+78°F
6 April
🌧️
+76°F
7 April
🌧️
+75°F
8 April
🌧️
+78°F
9 April
☀️
+80°F
10 April
☁️
+81°F
11 April
☀️
+81°F
12 April
☀️
+80°F
13 April
☁️
+80°F
14 April
☁️
+80°F
15 April
☁️
+81°F
16 April
🌧️
+81°F
17 April
☀️
+80°F
18 April
☀️
+80°F
19 April
☁️
+81°F
20 April
☀️
+81°F
21 April
☁️
+81°F
22 April
☁️
+81°F
23 April
☁️
+80°F
24 April
☁️
+80°F
25 April
☀️
+81°F
26 April
☀️
+81°F
27 April
☀️
+82°F
28 April
☀️
+81°F
29 April
☀️
+81°F
30 April
☁️
+82°F
In April 2023 Punta Cana had 15 sunny days, 10 cloudy days, and 5 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +81°F, with an absolute maximum of +82°F and a minimum of +75°F. The average humidity was 82%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 68%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 8 m/s and a minimum of 1 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years

This is how Punta Cana climate has changed over the last 43 years.

The climate in Punta Cana in April has not changed that much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1985 (+80°F) and the highest in 2023 (+82°F). The driest year was 2015 with only 611 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 1979 with 1494 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Punta Cana in April:

Is April a good time to visit Punta Cana?

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

Can you sunbathe in Punta Cana in April?

April is warm in Punta Cana. You may enjoy some beach or pool time in the day, but pack something a tad warmer for the evening.

Can you swim in Punta Cana in April?

Yes, you can swim in Punta Cana in April, the water temperature averaging at +80°F. This temperature is considered warm and comfortable for most swimmers.

Is Punta Cana rainy in April?

Punta Cana is often rainy in April. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.

Is it sunny in Punta Cana in April?

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

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Monthly weather in Punta Cana

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Punta Cana, 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.