Climate for Station: Maria Montez Intl, Barahona, Dominican Republic

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Barahona, Dominican Republic

2026-02-28 22:31

24°C

Feels 26.4°C

H: 29.2°C / L: 22.7°C

Precip: 0mm | Wind: 12.2 kph

▼ 1.2°C vs historical high

Partly Cloudy

2026-03-01

H: 25.8°C

L: 20.1°C

Rain: 86%

Rainfall: 1.56mm

Wind: 20.9kph

▼ 4.6°C

2026-03-02

H: 26.4°C

L: 19.9°C

Rain: 0%

Rainfall: 0mm

Wind: 16.9kph

▼ 3.8°C

2026-03-03

H: 30.6°C

L: 21.5°C

Rain: 86%

Rainfall: 0.42mm

Wind: 27.4kph

▲ 0.4°C

2026-03-04

H: 28.3°C

L: 20.5°C

Rain: 88%

Rainfall: 1.73mm

Wind: 29.2kph

▼ 1.9°C

2026-03-05

H: 29.1°C

L: 20.5°C

Rain: 75%

Rainfall: 0.39mm

Wind: 24.8kph

▼ 1.4°C

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Climate Analysis & Overview

Aeropuerto Internacional María Montez, located in the Dominican Republic, is experiencing a notable warming trend, with both high and low temperatures increasing over the past decade. The region's precipitation pattern has become slightly more evenly distributed, suggesting a subtle shift in rainfall events.

Warming Trends in the Tropics

Situated at coordinates 18.251, -71.12, Aeropuerto Internacional María Montez lies within the tropical savanna climate zone, characterised by a distinct wet and dry season. Over the past decade, the station has observed a warming trend, with high temperatures rising by 0.96°C (1.73°F) and low temperatures by 0.84°C (1.51°F). These changes are more pronounced than the all-time trends, which show a rise in highs of 0.49°C (0.88°F) and lows of 0.13°C (0.23°F). This suggests an acceleration in warming over recent years, aligning with broader regional climate goals to monitor and adapt to such changes.

Temperature Extremes and Records

The station has recorded an absolute maximum temperature of 39.0°C (102.2°F) and a minimum of 14.0°C (57.2°F). These figures highlight the potential for significant thermal variability within the tropical climate, influenced by geographical features such as the nearby Caribbean Sea and the mountainous terrain of the Dominican Republic, which can modulate local temperature extremes.

Precipitation Patterns and Distribution

The Precipitation Concentration Index (PCI) at this location has shown a slight decrease from a baseline of 15.6 to a current value of 14.4. The PCI is a measure of how rainfall is distributed over time; a decrease indicates that precipitation is becoming more evenly distributed, rather than concentrated in intense events. This slight change suggests a subtle shift towards a more balanced rainfall pattern, which could have implications for local agriculture and water resource management.

Interpreting the Data in Context

The warming trends observed at Aeropuerto Internacional María Montez are consistent with global climate patterns, where tropical regions are experiencing rising temperatures. The Dominican Republic's climate policies aim to address these changes through sustainable practices and adaptation strategies. The slight decrease in PCI may offer some resilience against extreme weather events, which are becoming more frequent due to climate change.

Regional Implications and Future Outlook

As the Dominican Republic navigates the challenges of climate change, the data from Aeropuerto Internacional María Montez provides valuable insights into local climate dynamics. The warming trends and evolving precipitation patterns underscore the importance of continued monitoring and adaptation to ensure the resilience of ecosystems and communities in the region.

Station Statistics

10-Year Trend

High: +0.96 °C/decade

Low: +0.84 °C/decade

Rain: +1.24 mm/decade

25-Year Trend

High: +0.51 °C/decade

Low: +0.23 °C/decade

Rain: +0.32 mm/decade

50-Year Trend

High: +0.50 °C/decade

Low: +0.12 °C/decade

Rain: +0.22 mm/decade

All-Time Trend

High: +0.48 °C/decade

Low: +0.13 °C/decade

Rain: +0.22 mm/decade

Percentage Above-Average Days

Last 12 Months: 56.7%

This Year: 35.8%

Precipitation Concentration Index (PCI) ℹ️

Last 12 Months: 19.1

Historical Average: 15.4

Percentile Rank of Last 12 Months ℹ️

High: 94^th percentile

Low: 97^th percentile

Rain: 84^th percentile

Change in Variance ℹ️

High: -4.4%

Low: +23.4%

Intraday: +5.7%

Data Coverage

93.9%

First Year of Data

1973

Station Location

Historical Weather Records

	Max High	Avg High	Min High	Max Avg	Avg Avg	Min Avg	Max Low	Avg Low	Min Low	Max Precipitation	Avg Precipitation	Max Snow	Avg Snow
Record	39.0 °C	—	23.5 °C	34.5 °C	—	20.3 °C	28.5 °C	—	14.0 °C	392.9 mm	—	—	—
January	36.0 °C	30.0 °C	24.4 °C	29.5 °C	25.7 °C	20.8 °C	25.0 °C	19.8 °C	15.1 °C	40.1 mm	1.0 mm	—	—
February	34.0 °C	30.2 °C	26.1 °C	29.7 °C	26.0 °C	20.4 °C	24.8 °C	20.0 °C	14.0 °C	40.1 mm	0.8 mm	—	—
March	34.9 °C	30.5 °C	25.5 °C	30.7 °C	26.6 °C	21.0 °C	25.8 °C	20.9 °C	15.0 °C	87.4 mm	1.4 mm	—	—
April	35.2 °C	31.0 °C	25.5 °C	31.2 °C	27.2 °C	22.4 °C	26.5 °C	22.1 °C	17.0 °C	73.4 mm	2.0 mm	—	—
May	37.2 °C	31.0 °C	24.1 °C	31.4 °C	27.6 °C	22.8 °C	27.2 °C	23.0 °C	19.0 °C	124.7 mm	3.7 mm	—	—
June	36.2 °C	31.3 °C	23.9 °C	32.7 °C	28.3 °C	22.5 °C	28.5 °C	23.6 °C	18.0 °C	392.9 mm	3.2 mm	—	—
July	38.0 °C	32.3 °C	25.1 °C	34.5 °C	28.9 °C	23.2 °C	27.6 °C	23.7 °C	19.0 °C	96.5 mm	1.9 mm	—	—
August	38.4 °C	32.6 °C	25.1 °C	33.6 °C	29.0 °C	23.0 °C	27.6 °C	23.7 °C	20.0 °C	191.8 mm	3.4 mm	—	—
September	39.0 °C	32.2 °C	25.4 °C	34.1 °C	28.5 °C	23.1 °C	27.0 °C	23.4 °C	19.0 °C	89.2 mm	2.9 mm	—	—
October	38.0 °C	31.4 °C	24.6 °C	32.7 °C	27.9 °C	23.1 °C	27.0 °C	22.9 °C	18.5 °C	129.8 mm	3.8 mm	—	—
November	37.0 °C	31.0 °C	23.5 °C	30.9 °C	27.1 °C	21.8 °C	26.0 °C	21.8 °C	17.0 °C	105.2 mm	2.3 mm	—	—
December	35.0 °C	30.4 °C	24.4 °C	30.2 °C	26.2 °C	20.3 °C	25.8 °C	20.3 °C	15.9 °C	61.7 mm	1.0 mm	—	—