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Postrer Río, Dominican Republic
Independencia · Dominican Republic
Postrer Río is a small town in Independencia, Dominican Republic with a population of 3,078. Elevation: 52 ft (16 m). Average temperature: 72°F (22°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Postrer Río
Postrer Río is a town in the Independencia province of the Dominican Republic.
People
Climate
| Population | 3,078 |
| Population Density | 48 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 52 ft (16 m) |
| Coordinates | 18.5437°, -71.6356° |
| Timezone | America/Santo_Domingo |
| Country | 🇩🇴 Dominican Republic |
| State / Province | Independencia |
| Average Temperature | 72°F (22°C) |
| January Average | 69°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 46.5 inches (1,181 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Postrer Río
Postrer Río is a small town in Dominican Republic (Independencia) with a population of 3,078. The city sits at an elevation of 52 feet (16 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 72°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 69°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 46.5 inches. The timezone is America/Santo_Domingo.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 71.9°F |
| 33% above Dominican Republic avg | |
| January Average | 69°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 252 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 52 ft (16 m) |
| Area | 63.9 sq mi (165.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 48/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 18.5437°N, 71.6356°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 | 147 km |
| 2010 | HAITI & DOMINICAN REPUBLIC | Eruption + Earthquake | 3.2 m | 316,000 | 95 km |
| 1770 | PORT-AU-PRINCE | Eruption + Earthquake | - | 200 | 70 km |
| 1751 | AZUA DE COMPOSTELA | Earthquake | - | - | 99 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 69°F (20°C) | 0.9 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 69°F (21°C) | 1.1 in | |
| March | 71°F (21°C) | 2.0 in | |
| April | 72°F (22°C) | 4.1 in | |
| May | 73°F (23°C) | 7.6 in | Wettest |
| June | 74°F (23°C) | 4.4 in | |
| July | 74°F (24°C) | 3.5 in | |
| August | 75°F (24°C) | 5.6 in | Warmest |
| September | 74°F (23°C) | 6.3 in | |
| October | 73°F (23°C) | 7.1 in | |
| November | 71°F (22°C) | 3.0 in | |
| December | 70°F (21°C) | 1.1 in |
Postrer Río has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 69°F in January to 75°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 46.5 inches, with May being the wettest month (7.6") and January the driest (0.9").
Schools in Postrer Río
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela Básica Josefa Medina | - | - | - | - |
| Liceo Politécnico José Dolores Vásquez Peña | - | - | - | - |
Farmers Markets in Postrer Río
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marché de Forêt des Pins | |||||
| Marché de Gros Cheval | |||||
| Mercado | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de Postrer Río |
Gas Stations in Postrer Río
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Postrer Río
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Postrer Río
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 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Postrer Río
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia Nuestra Señora de las Mercedes |
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 Postrer Río?
Postrer Río has a population of 3,078 residents and is located in Dominican Republic. The population density is 48 people per square mile, spread across 63.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Postrer Río?
Postrer Río has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 69°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 252 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 46.5 inches.