Month guide · Punta Cana · Dominican Republic
Punta Cana in February
What February is really like in Punta Cana: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
Quick answer
February is one of the best months to visit Punta Cana. Expect average highs of 28°C (82°F), lows of 21°C (70°F), about 6 rainy days and roughly 11.5 hours of daylight. Dry, sunny and one of the most popular months; whale-watching season on the Samaná peninsula.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 28°C (82°F) / 21°C (70°F)
- Rainy days
- About 6
- Daylight
- About 11.5 hours
- Sea temperature
- 26°C (79°F)
- Crowds
- Very busy
- Hotel prices
- Highest
Weather in February
February is the coolest month in Punta Cana: days average 28°C (82°F) against a yearly average high of 30°C (86°F), and nights fall to about 21°C (70°F). Rain falls on roughly 6 of its 28 days. Compared with January (28°C (82°F)), February is about as warm; by March highs stay near 29°C (84°F).
- Sunrise (15 February)
- About 07:01
- Sunset (15 February)
- About 18:34
- Daylight
- About 11.5 hours
- Sea
- 26°C (79°F)
Late autumn (November). Rain gradually eases and crowds remain light before the December rush.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, February rates 5 for crowds (the peak is January at 5) and 5 for hotel prices (highest in January). Book accommodation early: February is one of the pricier months.
Events in February
- Carnival parades on Sundays across the country, peaking around Independence Day (27 February)
Dates move from year to year. Check the organiser’s site before booking travel around an event.
What to do in February
Mild, settled days suit walking, viewpoints and time outdoors.
Beach · Cabeza de Toro
Cabeza de Toro beach
A sheltered beach where the reef comes close to shore, leaving shallow, calm water ideal for young swimmers and snorkelling at the reef edge.
- Time needed
- Half a day
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Kids
- Outdoors
Beach · Uvero Alto
Uvero Alto beach
Check flags before swimming and walk early in the morning for an empty beach.
- Time needed
- Half a day
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Outdoors
- Photo spot
Beach · Punta Cana Resort area
Playa Blanca
A sheltered beach near the Punta Cana resort area with a beach restaurant and water sports, including kitesurfing when the wind is up.
- Time needed
- Half a day
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Active
- Outdoors
Nature · Cap Cana
Hoyo Azul at Scape Park
Go in the morning before tour groups arrive; the pool is small and gets crowded.
- Time needed
- 2–4 hours
- Cost
- Expensive
- Nature
- Kids
- Active
- Photo spot
The sea averages 26°C (79°F) — warm enough to swim. Best beaches near Punta Cana.
What to pack
For highs near 28°C, lows near 21°C and 6 wet days: light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and high-factor sunscreen; comfortable walking shoes.
Is February a good time to visit Punta Cana?
One of the best months to visit Punta Cana, with a notable event on the calendar. The other best months are March–April and December–January. Compare every month.
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Questions travellers ask
+Is February a good time to visit Punta Cana?
It is one of the best months to visit Punta Cana. Dry, sunny and one of the most popular months; whale-watching season on the Samaná peninsula.
+How warm is Punta Cana in February?
Average highs are around 28°C (82°F) and lows around 21°C (70°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Punta Cana in February?
Expect rain on about 6 days of the month.