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Current local time and time zone in Dominican Republic, with UTC offset and daylight saving details.
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Quick facts about Dominican Republic
| Type | Country |
|---|---|
| Continent | North America |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 18°29′10″N 69°55′52.3″W (18.4861, -69.9312) |
| Capital | Santo Domingo |
| Population | 11.300.000 |
| Area | 18.792 sq mi |
| ISO code | DO |
| ISO 3166-1 alpha-3 | DOM |
| Currency | Dominican peso (DOP) |
| Languages | Spanish |
| Calling code | +1-809 |
| Time zone | America/Santo_Domingo |
| Local time | 10:20 AM (UTC-04:00) |
| Best months | January and February |
| Climate | Temperate |
Summary
Dominican Republic is a country in North America. Dominican Republic is a country in North America with its capital at Santo Domingo. It has a population of about 11.3 million. The capital is Santo Domingo.
Right now it is 85°F (30°C) in Dominican Republic with mainly clear. It feels like 96°F. Today runs from 76°F to 88°F. Chance of precipitation is 71%. Sightseeing conditions score 7.3/10 - good conditions.
The best time to visit Dominican Republic is January and February. The climate is temperate. September, October and November tend to be the least comfortable months. August is the warmest month with average highs near 88°F, while February is the coldest with lows near 69°F.
In plain terms. Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 88°F is in line with the 88°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 7 AM to 10 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Dominican Republic today at 8.6/10. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
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Coordinates: 18°29′10″N 69°55′52.3″W (18.4861, -69.9312)
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Dominican Republic?
Dominican Republic is a country in North America. Its coordinates are 18.4861, -69.9312. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Dominican Republic right now?
It is currently 85°F (30°C) with mainly clear. Humidity is 74% and wind is 5 mph.
When is the best time to visit Dominican Republic?
January and February offer the most comfortable conditions in Dominican Republic, which has a temperate climate. September, October and November are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Dominican Republic in?
Dominican Republic observes America/Santo_Domingo (UTC-04:00). The local time is 10:20 AM.
How many people live in Dominican Republic?
Dominican Republic has a population of approximately 11.3 million.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (countries-v1) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 25, 2026 at 10:20 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
