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El Peñón, Dominican Republic
Barahona Province · Dominican Republic
El Peñón is a small town in Barahona Province, Dominican Republic with a population of 4,088. Elevation: 46 ft (14 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).
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About El Peñón
El Peñón is a town in the Barahona province of the Dominican Republic.
People
Climate
| Population | 4,088 |
| Population Density | 86 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 46 ft (14 m) |
| Coordinates | 18.2964°, -71.1841° |
| 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 El Peñón
El Peñón is a small town in Dominican Republic (Barahona Province) with a population of 4,088. The city sits at an elevation of 46 feet (14 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 | 46 ft (14 m) |
| Area | 47.8 sq mi (123.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 86/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 18.2964°N, 71.1841°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 | 120 km |
| 1751 | AZUA DE COMPOSTELA | Earthquake | — | — | 56 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 |
El Peñón 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").
Radio Stations near El Peñón
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Palma 90.7 FM | merengue 80s 90s, salsa 80s 90s | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in El Peñón
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo de Larimar |
Farmers Markets in El Peñón
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado | |||||
| Mercado Municipal |
Stadiums & Teams in El Peñón
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near El Peñón
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
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What is the population of El Peñón?
El Peñón has a population of 4,088 residents and is located in Dominican Republic. The population density is 86 people per square mile, spread across 47.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in El Peñón?
El Peñón 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.