September · Dominican Republic
Best time to visit Punta Cana in September Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Punta Cana in September
Average temperature 29°C, 150 mm of rain, about 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 80% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
September score
7.7/10
Ranked #10 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 29°C
- Rainfall
- 150 mm
- Humidity
- 80%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 27
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
September in Punta Cana scores 7.7/10 for beach and coastal travel - ranked #10 of 12. Expect around 29°C, 150 mm of rain, and roughly 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Punta Cana spreads along the eastern tip of the Dominican Republic, with long palm-backed beaches.
September in Punta Cana — reliably good (10th best month)
September averages 29°C (85°F) and humidity near 80%, so the practical pattern is early mornings, a long midday break, and evenings back outside.
Monthly rainfall reaches 150 mm — wet for this destination — but about 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine still break through, so keep one indoor fallback in the plan.
It scores 7.7/10 here, 10th of 12 months, against 8.9/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Figure on low-season pricing, with crowds are light for this destination.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Punta Cana in September?
- In September, Punta Cana averages 29°C, 150 mm of rain, and about 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 7.7/10.
- Is September a good time to visit Punta Cana?
- September earns a 7.7/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Punta Cana in September?
- Expect about 150 mm of rain in September. Average humidity is 80% and there are about 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
Curated in Punta Cana
Tickets & experiences
Things to do in Punta Cana
Punta Cana, Dominican Republic. Live activities and tours from GetYourGuide, matched to this destination.