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Cachón, Dominican Republic
Barahona Province · Dominican Republic
Cachón is a small town in Barahona Province, Dominican Republic with a population of 1,903. Elevation: 72 ft (22 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Cachón
El Cachón is a town in the Barahona province of the Dominican Republic.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,903 |
| Population Density | 40 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 72 ft (22 m) |
| Coordinates | 18.2483°, -71.1891° |
| Timezone | America/Santo_Domingo |
| Country | 🇩🇴 Dominican Republic |
| State / Province | Barahona Province |
| Average Temperature | 79°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 31.7 inches (805 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Cachón
Cachón is a small town in Dominican Republic (Barahona Province) with a population of 1,903. The city sits at an elevation of 72 feet (22 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 31.7 inches. The timezone is America/Santo_Domingo.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 78.9°F |
| 46% above Dominican Republic avg | |
| January Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 278 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 72 ft (22 m) |
| Area | 47.8 sq mi (123.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 40/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 18.2483°N, 71.1891°W |
| Timezone | America/Santo_Domingo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 3.2 m (11 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2010 | HAITI & DOMINICAN REPUBLIC | Eruption + Earthquake | 3.2 m | 316,000 | 144 km |
| 1770 | PORT-AU-PRINCE | Eruption + Earthquake | - | 200 | 121 km |
| 1751 | AZUA DE COMPOSTELA | Earthquake | - | - | 59 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 76°F (24°C) | 0.7 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 76°F (25°C) | 0.8 in | |
| March | 78°F (25°C) | 1.2 in | |
| April | 79°F (26°C) | 2.1 in | |
| May | 80°F (26°C) | 5.0 in | Wettest |
| June | 80°F (27°C) | 3.7 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 1.9 in | |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 3.7 in | Warmest |
| September | 81°F (27°C) | 4.7 in | |
| October | 80°F (27°C) | 4.9 in | |
| November | 78°F (26°C) | 2.1 in | |
| December | 76°F (25°C) | 1.0 in |
Cachón has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 76°F in January to 81°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 31.7 inches, with May being the wettest month (5.0") and January the driest (0.7").
Schools in Cachón
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela Secundaria Lauro Santana | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Primaria Fidel Medina | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Cachón
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Palma 90.7 FM | merengue 80s 90s, salsa 80s 90s | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Cachón
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo de Larimar |
Farmers Markets in Cachón
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado | |||||
| Mercado Municipal |
Gas Stations in Cachón
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Cachón
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Cachón
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Cabo Rojo Airport | CBJ | Medium Airport |
| Maria Montez International Airport | BRX | Medium Airport |
| Azua Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Constanza - Expedición 14 de Junio National Airport | COZ | Small Airport |
| Juancho Enriquillo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| San Juan De La Maguana Airport | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Dominican Republic
13 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Cachón
What is the population of Cachón?
Cachón has a population of 1,903 residents and is located in Dominican Republic. The population density is 40 people per square mile, spread across 47.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Cachón?
Cachón has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 278 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.7 inches.