When to Port-au-Prince
Climate guide & best times to travel
Best Time to Visit
Month-by-Month Guide
January
January offers some of the year's most pleasant conditions with comfortable highs of 87°F and cool evenings at 73°F. The dry conditions and moderate temperatures make it ideal for all outdoor activities. This is peak tourist season due to the favorable climate.
February
February continues the comfortable winter pattern with 87°F highs and slightly cooler nights at 71°F. The consistently dry weather and pleasant temperatures maintain excellent conditions for sightseeing. Tourist activity remains high during this popular month.
March
March sees a slight warming trend with highs reaching 89°F while nights remain comfortable at 71°F. The continued absence of rainfall ensures reliable weather for all activities. This marks the end of peak tourist season as temperatures begin to rise.
April
April maintains the warming trend with 89°F highs and slightly warmer nights at 73°F. The dry conditions continue, making it a transitional month between the cooler winter and hotter summer periods. Tourist crowds begin to moderate.
May
May brings noticeably warmer temperatures with highs of 91°F and nights at 73°F. Despite the increasing heat, the complete lack of rainfall continues to provide predictable weather conditions. This begins the shoulder season for tourism.
June
June marks the beginning of the hottest period with temperatures reaching 95°F during the day and 75°F at night. The intense heat combined with 70% humidity can be challenging, though the dry conditions remain consistent. Tourist numbers typically decrease due to the heat.
July
July represents the peak of summer heat with highs of 95°F and the warmest nights of the year at 77°F. The combination of high temperatures and humidity makes this one of the most challenging months for outdoor activities. Tourist activity remains low.
August
August continues the intense summer heat with 95°F highs and 75°F lows. The persistent dry conditions and high temperatures make early morning or evening activities most comfortable. This remains a low season for tourism due to the challenging climate.
September
September begins the gradual cooling trend with highs of 93°F and nights at 75°F. While still quite warm, the slight temperature decrease marks the beginning of the transition toward more comfortable conditions. Tourist activity starts to slowly increase.
October
October continues the cooling trend with more manageable 91°F highs and 75°F lows. The persistent dry weather and moderating temperatures make this a more comfortable month for outdoor exploration. This marks the beginning of shoulder season.
November
November offers pleasant conditions with highs of 89°F and comfortable nights at 73°F. The continued dry weather and moderate temperatures signal the approach of the more favorable winter season. Tourist numbers begin to increase.
December
December returns to the year's most comfortable conditions with 87°F highs and cool 71°F evenings. The combination of moderate temperatures and dry weather makes this an excellent month for all activities. Tourist season begins to peak again.