High Temperatures The heat shows no sign of letting up: Indomet forecasts temperatures of up to 39 °C in the Dominican Republic
Intense heat will persist across much of the country over the next few days, especially in the northwest, north, and southwest regions, where high temperatures could reach between 35 °C and 39 °C, with a higher heat index due to high humidity.
The agency explained that these conditions are related to summer, a time of year characterized by increased solar radiation; a high-pressure system that favors the inflow of warm winds from the east/southeast; and low to moderate concentrations of Saharan dust over the country.
It also noted that these factors are compounded by the influence of the El Niño phenomenon, which is currently of moderate intensity and is contributing to a pattern of low precipitation and above-normal temperatures in the Caribbean region.
Indomet noted that, according to model projections from the Climate Prediction Center (CPC) of the U.S. National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), this pattern will persist over the next two weeks. It also noted that July and August are the hottest months of the year in the Dominican Republic from a climatological standpoint.
The heat is relentless: Indomet forecasts temperatures of up to 39 °C in the Dominican Republic.
June set new temperature records
The agency noted that June 2026 was characterized by very high temperatures in various parts of the country. The highest temperature was recorded on June 29 in Sabaneta, Santiago Rodríguez province, where the mercury reached 39.9 °C, setting a new record for that weather station. This figure surpassed the 38.5 °C recorded in 1964, a record that had stood for 62 years.
Maximum temperatures of 38.4 °C were also recorded in Mao, Valverde Province; 38.2 °C in Jimaní, Independencia Province; 37.1 °C in Dajabón; 37.0 °C in Altamira, Puerto Plata Province; and 36.4 °C in Santiago.
New records were also set in Santo Domingo. The Santo Domingo Este station reached 36.6 °C on June 30, surpassing the previous record of 36.0 °C, set in 2019.
Likewise, the Las Américas weather station recorded a high of 35.9 °C, surpassing the previous record of 35.5 °C set in 2020.
Given the persistent high temperatures, Indomet recommends that residents stay well hydrated, wear light, light-colored clothing, apply sunscreen, and avoid direct sun exposure between 11:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.
The agency also urged people to pay special attention to children, the elderly, and those with health issues, as these groups are most vulnerable to the effects of extreme heat.
The agency will continue to monitor weather conditions and keep the public informed through its bulletins and official channels.
