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Monte Plata, Dominican Republic
Monte Plata Province · Dominican Republic
Monte Plata is a small city in Monte Plata Province, Dominican Republic with a population of 15,532. Elevation: 180 ft (55 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).
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About Monte Plata
Monte Plata is a town, municipality (municipio) and the capital of the Monte Plata province in the Dominican Republic. It includes the municipal districts of Boyá, Chirino, and Don Juan.
People
Climate
| Population | 15,532 |
| Population Density | 52 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 180 ft (55 m) |
| Coordinates | 18.8075°, -69.7843° |
| Timezone | America/Santo_Domingo |
| Country | 🇩🇴 Dominican Republic |
| State / Province | Monte Plata Province |
| Average Temperature | 78°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 76.7 inches (1,947 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Monte Plata
Monte Plata is a small city in Dominican Republic (Monte Plata Province) with a population of 15,532. The city sits at an elevation of 180 feet (55 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 76.7 inches. The timezone is America/Santo_Domingo.
Climate in Monte Plata
Monte Plata has an average annual temperature of 26.3°C (79°F). The hottest month is Jun (28°C), the coldest is Jan (23.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 979 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 78.3°F |
| 45% above Dominican Republic avg | |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 197 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 180 ft (55 m) |
| Area | 301.5 sq mi (780.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 52/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 18.8075°N, 69.7843°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 |
| 1946 | NORTHEASTERN COAST | Earthquake | 5.0 m | 1,790 | 96 km |
| 1946 | NORTHEASTERN COAST | Earthquake | 0.6 m | 75 | 83 km |
| 1989 | PUERTO RICO | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 102 km |
| 1751 | AZUA DE COMPOSTELA | Earthquake | — | — | 102 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 75°F (24°C) | 2.4 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 75°F (24°C) | 2.9 in | |
| March | 77°F (25°C) | 3.6 in | |
| April | 78°F (26°C) | 4.9 in | |
| May | 79°F (26°C) | 9.5 in | |
| June | 80°F (27°C) | 8.3 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 8.8 in | Warmest |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 11.2 in | Wettest |
| September | 80°F (27°C) | 9.1 in | |
| October | 80°F (26°C) | 8.2 in | |
| November | 78°F (25°C) | 5.0 in | |
| December | 76°F (24°C) | 3.0 in |
Monte Plata has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 75°F in January to 81°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 76.6 inches, with August being the wettest month (11.2") and January the driest (2.4").
Schools in Monte Plata
30 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela Portal De Belén | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Basica Prof. Carlixto Alcantara | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Basica El Cacique | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Washington | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela San Francisco | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Río Boyá | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Proyecto Dajao 103 | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Manuel Emilio Olmos | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Los Arroyos | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Los Arroyos Abajo | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Km. 5 | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Jesus Mejia Mejia | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela El Hicacal | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Agua Buena | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Sabana Larga | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Ana Santana | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Plaza Cacique | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Parroquial Padre Arturo | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Otaña | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Los Naranjo | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Julio Abreu Cuello | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Jose Del Carmen Ramirez | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Fernando Arturo de Meriño | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Eva May Russell | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Esperanza Montaño | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela El Mirador | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela El Mamey | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Divino Niño de Jesús | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Cruz Morillo | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Boyá | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Monte Plata
29 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Primera 88.1 | primera 88.1 | MP3 | |
| Top Merengue Radio | merengue | AAC+ 128 kbps | |
| 710 AM Radio Nacional Cristiana (RD) | cristiana | MP3 | |
| Top Bachata Radio | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Ritmo 96.5 FM | pop latino, pop music | MP3 | |
| Top Salsa Radio | salsa | AAC+ 128 kbps | |
| Top Balada Radio | baladas, boleros | AAC+ 128 kbps | |
| Latina 104 | merengue, merengue bachata | MP3 128 kbps | |
| CDN Radio | baseball, beisbol | MP3 56 kbps | |
| wao89.1 | — | MP3 | |
| La Rocka 91.7 | adult contemporary, alternative | MP3 96 kbps | |
| Top Cristiano Radio | cristiano | AAC+ 128 kbps | |
| Radio Santa Maria | — | MP3 60 kbps | |
| Platino Radio | bachata, merengue | MP3 128 kbps | |
| 570 AM Radio Crystal | religious | MP3 | |
| La Voz del Pacoredo | news | MP3 | |
| Especial 93.5 FM | baladas en español, baladas en ingles | MP3 | |
| Naranjo Dulce Radio | — | MP3 96 kbps | |
| Top Urbano | hip hop, latino urbano | AAC+ 128 kbps | |
| Ritmo Hits | latino, top40 | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Ser Mejor Radio | upbeat | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Exaltación FM | religioso católico | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Nex Hits | hits, pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio fm103 (RD) | tropical | AAC+ 36 kbps | |
| Radio Cimarrona | community radio, local music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Miss 104 FM | baladas en español, musica romantica | AAC+ 128 kbps | |
| Turbo 98.3 FM | — | MP3 | |
| Tesoro FM | bachata 70 & 80 varios, bachatas | MP3 | |
| Los 40 República Dominicana | — | MP3 |
Museums in Monte Plata
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo Cofradía del Espíritu Santo |
Farmers Markets in Monte Plata
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Merca Santo Domingo |
Hotels in Monte Plata
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Monte Plata
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Monte Plata
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Monte Plata
14 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Las Américas International Airport | SDQ | Large Airport |
| La Isabela International Airport | JBQ | Medium Airport |
| Samaná El Catey International Airport | AZS | Medium Airport |
| San Isidro Air Base | — | Medium Airport |
| Arroyo Barril Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Boca Chica Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Consuelo Batey Anita airport | — | Small Airport |
| Cotui Angelina Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Cueva Las Maravillas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Ranchito Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Romana Batey Lechuga Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Los Llanos de Sabanatosa Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Los Montones Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Pedro De Macoris Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Monte Plata
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Santuario Nuestra Señora De Aguasanta |
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What is the population of Monte Plata?
Monte Plata has a population of 15,532 residents and is located in Dominican Republic. The population density is 52 people per square mile, spread across 301.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Monte Plata?
Monte Plata has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 197 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 76.7 inches.