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Pimentel, Dominican Republic

Duarte Province · Dominican Republic

Pimentel is a small city in Duarte Province, Dominican Republic with a population of 9,550. Elevation: 138 ft (42 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).

9,550 Population 208/sq mi density
138 ft Elevation 42 meters
78°F Avg Temperature 26°C
72.7 in Annual Rain
America / Santo Domingo Timezone

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About Pimentel

Pimentel is a city in the province Duarte and it is the 2nd largest in Duarte and the 25th largest city in the Dominican Republic, founded by Italian immigrants from the Sardinia region.

People

Population9,550
Density208/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp78°F (26°C)
Rain72.7 in/yr
Sunny Days204/yr
Elevation138 ft (42 m)
Population9,550
Population Density208 / sq mi
Elevation138 ft (42 m)
Coordinates19.1842°, -70.1088°
TimezoneAmerica/Santo_Domingo
Country🇩🇴 Dominican Republic
State / ProvinceDuarte Province
Average Temperature78°F (26°C)
January Average74°F (23°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation72.7 inches (1,846 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Pimentel

Pimentel is a small city in Dominican Republic (Duarte Province) with a population of 9,550. The city sits at an elevation of 138 feet (42 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 74°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 72.7 inches. The timezone is America/Santo_Domingo.

Pimentel has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winters average 74°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 204 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 72.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 138 feet.

Temperature

74°F Jan (23°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average77.9°F
44% above Dominican Republic avg
January Average74°F (23°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days204 days/yr

Geography

Elevation138 ft (42 m)
Area46.0 sq mi (119.2 km²)
Population Density208/sq mi
Coordinates19.1842°N, 70.1088°W
TimezoneAmerica/Santo_Domingo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 72.7"
91% above Dominican Republic avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (May) 8.86"
Driest Month (Feb) 3.58"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

781 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.4. Most recent: M4.4 on Aug 25, 2025.

Sep 22, 2003 2 km SE of Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic M6.4 89 km
Mar 26, 1991 10 km ESE of Cabarete, Dominican Republic M5.8 64 km
Jan 15, 1992 30 km SSW of Sabana Buey, Dominican Republic M5.7 140 km
Jul 12, 1994 3 km N of Guananico, Dominican Republic M5.6 107 km
Sep 22, 2003 17 km N of Sosúa, Dominican Republic M5.6 91 km
Jan 5, 2012 5 km NNW of Baní, Dominican Republic M5.5 99 km
Oct 11, 1990 11 km ESE of El Puerto, Dominican Republic M5.3 92 km
Aug 19, 1993 11 km SSW of El Cacao, Dominican Republic M5.3 87 km
Aug 10, 1998 11 km NNW of San José de Ocoa, Dominican Republic M5.2 75 km
Apr 24, 1996 4 km N of Piedra Blanca, Dominican Republic M5.1 40 km
Jan 23, 2012 11 km S of Río San Juan, Dominican Republic M5.1 40 km
Jan 18, 1995 5 km NNW of Piedra Blanca, Dominican Republic M5.0 40 km
Feb 1, 2023 33 km S of Matanzas, Dominican Republic M5.0 140 km
Jun 8, 2007 1 km S of Piedra Blanca, Dominican Republic M5.0 45 km
Feb 14, 2009 11 km NNE of Guaymate, Dominican Republic M5.0 137 km
Oct 28, 2003 2 km SW of Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic M4.9 91 km
Jul 15, 2013 7 km E of San Francisco de Macorís, Dominican Republic M4.9 14 km
Oct 29, 2017 8 km SSE of San José de Ocoa, Dominican Republic M4.9 89 km
Jul 30, 1997 29 km SSE of Matanzas, Dominican Republic M4.9 134 km
May 18, 2023 Dominican Republic region M4.8 96 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2024 Oscar Category 1 252 km
2022 Fiona Category 3 73 km
2020 Isaias Category 1 139 km
2017 Irma Category 5 152 km
2017 Maria Category 3 148 km
2011 Irene Category 3 111 km
2008 Ike Category 4 225 km
2008 Gustav Category 1 282 km
2004 Frances Category 4 268 km
2004 Jeanne Category 1 124 km
2000 Debby Category 1 214 km
1998 Georges Category 3 55 km
1996 Bertha Category 3 246 km
1996 Hortense Category 2 117 km
1987 Emily Category 3 136 km
1985 Kate Category 1 247 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

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 1,790 117 km
1946 NORTHEASTERN COAST Earthquake 0.6 m 75 73 km
1989 PUERTO RICO Earthquake 0.1 m 136 km
1751 AZUA DE COMPOSTELA Earthquake 98 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 74°F (23°C) 4.0 in Coldest
February 75°F (24°C) 3.6 in Driest
March 76°F (25°C) 3.7 in
April 78°F (25°C) 5.2 in
May 79°F (26°C) 8.9 in Wettest
June 80°F (27°C) 6.1 in
July 81°F (27°C) 6.4 in Warmest
August 81°F (27°C) 7.9 in
September 80°F (27°C) 6.0 in
October 80°F (27°C) 6.3 in
November 77°F (25°C) 7.9 in
December 75°F (24°C) 6.7 in

Pimentel has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 74°F in January to 81°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 72.7 inches, with May being the wettest month (8.9") and February the driest (3.6").

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Schools in Pimentel

9 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
La Estancia
Agustin F. Perez
Centro Educativo Casa De Alto
Centro educativo teolinda chupany
San Felipe
Liceo Secundario Agustín Bonilla
Escuela Primaria Caobete
Liceo Pimentel
Escuela Basica San Felipe
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Radio Stations near Pimentel

4 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio Bachata bachata, latin MP3 128 kbps
Canal 105.1 FM entretenimiento, latino MP3
Especial 93.5 FM baladas en español, baladas en ingles MP3
Naranjo Dulce Radio MP3 96 kbps

Libraries in Pimentel

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Municipal0.0
Krc Print Center0.0
Librería Mora0.0

Farmers Markets in Pimentel

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
MERCADO NUEVO

Gas Stations in Pimentel

5 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Arcenio Gas
Estacion Isla
Isla
Shell Pimentel
Tropigas Pimentel

Stadiums & Teams in Pimentel

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Pimentel

13 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Cibao International AirportSTILarge Airport
Gregorio Luperon International AirportPOPMedium Airport
La Isabela International AirportJBQMedium Airport
Samaná El Catey International AirportAZSMedium Airport
San Isidro Air BaseMedium Airport
Arroyo Barril AirportSmall Airport
Boca Chica AirportSmall Airport
Constanza - Expedición 14 de Junio National AirportCOZSmall Airport
Consuelo Batey Anita airportSmall Airport
Cotui Angelina AirportSmall Airport
El Ranchito AirportSmall Airport
Los Llanos de Sabanatosa AirportSmall Airport
Los Montones AirportSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Santo_Domingo
Elevation
42 m (138 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 Pimentel

What is the population of Pimentel?

Pimentel has a population of 9,550 residents and is located in Dominican Republic. The population density is 208 people per square mile, spread across 46.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Pimentel?

Pimentel has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 74°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 204 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 72.7 inches.

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