Season guide · Punta Cana · Dominican Republic
Punta Cana in the late autumn
November: weather, crowds, prices and the best things to do this time of year.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
Quick answer
Rain gradually eases and crowds remain light before the December rush. Expect highs up to 30°C (86°F) and lows around 23°C (73°F), with about 12 rainy days across November.
Key facts
- Months
- November
- Temperatures
- 23°C (73°F) to 30°C (86°F)
- Rainy days in the season
- About 12
- Sea
- 28°C (82°F) to 28°C (82°F)
- Crowds
- Moderate
- Hotel prices
- Average
Weather in the late autumn
| Month | High | Low | Rainy days | Daylight | Crowds |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| November | 30°C (86°F) | 23°C (73°F) | 12 | 11.2 h | 3/5 |
Compared with the rest of the year: average highs of 30°C (86°F) against a yearly 30°C (86°F), and 12 of the year's roughly 114 rainy days fall in these 1 months. Crowds rate 3/5 and hotel prices 3/5 on average.
Good choices for the late autumn
Religious site · Higüey
Basílica Catedral Nuestra Señora de la Altagracia
Combine it with a look at Higüey's street markets for a glimpse of everyday Dominican life away from the resorts.
- Time needed
- 1–1.5 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Architecture
- Rainy day
- History
Day trips in the late autumn
- Catalina Island (About 1 hour 15 minutes by road plus a short boat ride) — A small protected island off La Romana known for clear water and coral walls good for snorkelling and diving, with a quieter beach than Saona.
- Los Haitises National Park (About 2 hours 30 minutes by road and boat) — Karst islets, mangroves and caves with Taíno rock art on Samaná Bay, explored by boat.
What to pack
- Light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and high-factor sunscreen
- A compact umbrella and waterproof shoes — rain is frequent
- Comfortable walking shoes
Other times of year
Questions travellers ask
+Is the late autumn a good time to visit Punta Cana?
It is a trade-off: Rain gradually eases and crowds remain light before the December rush. The best months overall are December–April.
+What is the weather like in Punta Cana in the late autumn?
Highs of up to 30°C (86°F) and lows around 23°C (73°F), with about 12 rainy days over the season.