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La Descubierta, Dominican Republic
Independencia · Dominican Republic
La Descubierta is a small city in Independencia, Dominican Republic with a population of 5,521. Elevation: 102 ft (31 m). Average temperature: 75°F (24°C).
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About La Descubierta
La Descubierta is a town in the Independencia province of the Dominican Republic.
People
Climate
| Population | 5,521 |
| Population Density | 67 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 102 ft (31 m) |
| Coordinates | 18.5705°, -71.7297° |
| Timezone | America/Santo_Domingo |
| Country | 🇩🇴 Dominican Republic |
| State / Province | Independencia |
| Average Temperature | 75°F (24°C) |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 44.8 inches (1,139 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About La Descubierta
La Descubierta is a small city in Dominican Republic (Independencia) with a population of 5,521. The city sits at an elevation of 102 feet (31 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 75°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 44.8 inches. The timezone is America/Santo_Domingo.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 75.1°F |
| 39% above Dominican Republic avg | |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 255 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 102 ft (31 m) |
| Area | 82.2 sq mi (212.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 67/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 18.5705°N, 71.7297°W |
| Timezone | America/Santo_Domingo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
4 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 5.0 m (16 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1842 | CAP-HAITIAN | Earthquake | 5.0 m | 5,300 | 140 km |
| 2010 | HAITI & DOMINICAN REPUBLIC | Eruption + Earthquake | 3.2 m | 316,000 | 86 km |
| 1770 | PORT-AU-PRINCE | Eruption + Earthquake | — | 200 | 61 km |
| 1751 | AZUA DE COMPOSTELA | Earthquake | — | — | 109 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 72°F (22°C) | 0.8 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 73°F (23°C) | 1.0 in | |
| March | 74°F (23°C) | 2.0 in | |
| April | 75°F (24°C) | 4.3 in | |
| May | 76°F (24°C) | 7.5 in | Wettest |
| June | 77°F (25°C) | 4.1 in | |
| July | 78°F (25°C) | 3.3 in | |
| August | 78°F (25°C) | 5.2 in | Warmest |
| September | 77°F (25°C) | 6.0 in | |
| October | 76°F (25°C) | 7.0 in | |
| November | 75°F (24°C) | 2.8 in | |
| December | 73°F (23°C) | 0.9 in |
La Descubierta has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 72°F in January to 78°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 44.9 inches, with May being the wettest month (7.5") and January the driest (0.8").
Schools in La Descubierta
4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela Primaria Julián Ferreras Florián | — | — | — | — |
| Liceo Secundario Juan Ruperto Polanco | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Básica Jovina Medina Ferreras | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Primaria Profesora Quica Altagracia Méndez | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near La Descubierta
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| KONPA MIX RADIO! (HT) | — | MP3 128 kbps |
Farmers Markets in La Descubierta
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marché de Forêt des Pins | |||||
| Marché de Gros Cheval | |||||
| Mercado | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de Postrer Río |
Hotels in La Descubierta
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in La Descubierta
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near La Descubierta
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Toussaint Louverture International Airport | PAP | Large Airport |
| Cabo Rojo Airport | CBJ | Medium Airport |
| Maria Montez International Airport | BRX | Medium Airport |
| Hinche Airport | — | 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
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What is the population of La Descubierta?
La Descubierta has a population of 5,521 residents and is located in Dominican Republic. The population density is 67 people per square mile, spread across 82.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in La Descubierta?
La Descubierta has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 255 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 44.8 inches.