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Paya, Dominican Republic

Peravia · Dominican Republic

Paya is a small city in Peravia, Dominican Republic with a population of 6,916. Elevation: 154 ft (47 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

Data updated June 2026

6,916 Population 21/sq mi density
154 ft Elevation 47 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
44.1 in Annual Rain
America / Santo Domingo Timezone

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About Paya

Paya

Paya är en ort i Dominikanska republiken. Den ligger i provinsen Peravia, i den södra delen av landet, 40 km sydväst om huvudstaden Santo Domingo. Paya ligger 47 meter över havet och antalet invånare är 6 916.

People

Population6,916
Density21/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp79°F (26°C)
Rain44.1 in/yr
Sunny Days256/yr
Elevation154 ft (47 m)
Population6,916
Population Density21 / sq mi
Elevation154 ft (47 m)
Coordinates18.2620°, -70.2956°
TimezoneAmerica/Santo_Domingo
Country🇩🇴 Dominican Republic
State / ProvincePeravia
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average76°F (25°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation44.1 inches (1,120 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Paya

Paya is a small city in Dominican Republic (Peravia) with a population of 6,916. The city sits at an elevation of 154 feet (47 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 44.1 inches. The timezone is America/Santo_Domingo.

Paya has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 256 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 44.1 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 154 feet.

Temperature

76°F Jan (25°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average79.2°F
47% above Dominican Republic avg
January Average76°F (25°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days256 days/yr

Geography

Elevation154 ft (47 m)
Area337.0 sq mi (872.9 km²)
Population Density21/sq mi
Coordinates18.2620°N, 70.2956°W
TimezoneAmerica/Santo_Domingo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 44.1"
16% above Dominican Republic avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 6.02"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.18"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

409 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.7. Most recent: M4.4 on Aug 25, 2025.

Jan 15, 1992 30 km SSW of Sabana Buey, Dominican Republic M5.7 44 km
Jan 5, 2012 5 km NNW of Baní, Dominican Republic M5.5 10 km
Aug 19, 1993 11 km SSW of El Cacao, Dominican Republic M5.3 19 km
Oct 11, 1990 11 km ESE of El Puerto, Dominican Republic M5.3 110 km
Aug 10, 1998 11 km NNW of San José de Ocoa, Dominican Republic M5.2 50 km
Apr 8, 1993 3 km WNW of Santa Cruz de Barahona, Dominican Republic M5.2 88 km
Apr 24, 1996 4 km N of Piedra Blanca, Dominican Republic M5.1 69 km
Jul 7, 2012 4 km SE of Pescadería, Dominican Republic M5.1 89 km
Jan 23, 2012 11 km S of Río San Juan, Dominican Republic M5.1 144 km
Jan 18, 1995 5 km NNW of Piedra Blanca, Dominican Republic M5.0 70 km
Jun 8, 2007 1 km S of Piedra Blanca, Dominican Republic M5.0 64 km
Feb 1, 2023 33 km S of Matanzas, Dominican Republic M5.0 36 km
Jul 24, 1994 5 km NE of Cristóbal, Dominican Republic M4.9 102 km
Jul 15, 2013 7 km E of San Francisco de Macorís, Dominican Republic M4.9 115 km
Oct 29, 2017 8 km SSE of San José de Ocoa, Dominican Republic M4.9 30 km
Jul 30, 1997 29 km SSE of Matanzas, Dominican Republic M4.9 30 km
Jul 22, 1993 8 km W of Guaymate, Dominican Republic M4.8 136 km
Jan 1, 1995 8 km W of Samaná, Dominican Republic M4.8 141 km
Mar 15, 2010 8 km ENE of Gonzalo, Dominican Republic M4.8 104 km
Oct 17, 2012 6 km SSE of Peralta, Dominican Republic M4.7 56 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

17 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 5.

Year Name Category Closest
2024 Beryl Category 4 281 km
2022 Fiona Category 3 148 km
2020 Isaias Category 1 205 km
2017 Irma Category 5 255 km
2017 Maria Category 3 240 km
2011 Irene Category 1 214 km
2008 Gustav Category 1 207 km
2007 Dean Category 5 252 km
2006 Ernesto Category 1 297 km
2004 Jeanne Category 1 149 km
2001 Iris Category 1 252 km
2000 Debby Category 1 269 km
1998 Georges Category 3 50 km
1996 Hortense Category 2 198 km
1988 Gilbert Category 3 223 km
1987 Emily Category 3 53 km
1980 Allen Category 5 264 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1751 AZUA DE COMPOSTELA Earthquake - - 50 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 76°F (25°C) 1.3 in Coldest
February 77°F (25°C) 1.2 in Driest
March 78°F (26°C) 1.3 in
April 79°F (26°C) 2.2 in
May 80°F (27°C) 5.9 in
June 81°F (27°C) 5.9 in
July 81°F (27°C) 4.4 in
August 81°F (27°C) 5.8 in Warmest
September 81°F (27°C) 5.9 in
October 80°F (27°C) 6.0 in Wettest
November 79°F (26°C) 2.7 in
December 77°F (25°C) 1.4 in

Paya has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 76°F in January to 81°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 44.1 inches, with October being the wettest month (6.0") and February the driest (1.2").

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Schools in Paya

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
básica - - - -
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Radio Stations near Paya

23 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 Balada Radio baladas, boleros AAC+ 128 kbps
Top Salsa Radio salsa AAC+ 128 kbps
Top Bachata Radio - MP3 128 kbps
Ritmo 96.5 FM pop latino, pop music MP3
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
Top Urbano hip hop, latino urbano AAC+ 128 kbps
Platino Radio bachata, merengue MP3 128 kbps
570 AM Radio Crystal religious MP3
La Voz del Pacoredo news MP3
Los 40 República Dominicana - MP3
Radio Santa Maria - MP3 60 kbps
Ser Mejor Radio upbeat MP3 128 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

Museums in Paya

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Casa natal de Máximo Gómez Báez

Libraries in Paya

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Municipal Cambita Garabitos0.0
Flashpack Storage Solutions0.0

Farmers Markets in Paya

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Modelo
Mercado Municipal

Gas Stations in Paya

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Isla
Total La Sureña

Stadiums & Teams in Paya

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Paya

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Las Américas International AirportSDQLarge Airport
La Isabela International AirportJBQMedium Airport
San Isidro Air Base-Medium Airport
Azua Airport-Small Airport
Boca Chica Airport-Small Airport
Constanza - Expedición 14 de Junio National AirportCOZSmall Airport
Los Montones Airport-Small Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Santo_Domingo
Elevation
47 m (154 ft)

🇩🇴 About Dominican Republic

Capital Santo Domingo
Population 10,627,165
Area 48,730 km²
GDP (USD) $120,456,239,154
GDP per capita $10,630
HDI 0.766
Life expectancy 73.7 years
Internet users 84.6%
Urban population 72.4%
Currency DOP (Peso)
Languages Spanish
Calling code +1
TLD .do
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Dominican Republic

13 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Día de Año Nuevo
Jan 6 Day of Kings Día de Reyes
Jan 21 Our Lady of Altagracia Día de Nuestra Señora de la Altagracia
Jan 26 Duarte's Birthday Día del Natalicio de Juan Pablo Duarte
Feb 27 Independence Day Día de la Independencia de la República Dominicana
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
May 1 Labour Day Día del Trabajador
May 28 Mother's Day Día de las Madres
Jun 4 Corpus Christi Corpus Christi
Aug 16 Restoration Day Día de la Restauración Dominicana
Sep 24 Our Lady of Mercy Nuestra Senora de las Mercedes
Nov 6 Constitution Day Día de la Constitución
Dec 25 Christmas Day Navidad

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Frequently Asked Questions About Paya

What is the population of Paya?

Paya has a population of 6,916 residents and is located in Dominican Republic. The population density is 21 people per square mile, spread across 337.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Paya?

Paya 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 256 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 44.1 inches.

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