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San José de Ocoa, Dominican Republic
San José de Ocoa · Dominican Republic
San José de Ocoa is a small city in San José de Ocoa, Dominican Republic with a population of 21,148. Elevation: 1,578 ft (481 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About San José de Ocoa
San José de Ocoa, or simply Ocoa, is the capital of San José de Ocoa province in the Dominican Republic. It is located in a valley in the southern region of the Central Cordillera mountain range.
People
Climate
| Population | 21,148 |
| Population Density | 77 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,578 ft (481 m) |
| Coordinates | 18.5469°, -70.5069° |
| Timezone | America/Santo_Domingo |
| Country | 🇩🇴 Dominican Republic |
| State / Province | San José de Ocoa |
| Average Temperature | 68°F (20°C) |
| January Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 44.8 inches (1,137 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About San José de Ocoa
San José de Ocoa is a small city in Dominican Republic (San José de Ocoa) with a population of 21,148. The city sits at an elevation of 1,578 feet (481 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 65°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 44.8 inches. The timezone is America/Santo_Domingo.
Climate in San José de Ocoa
San José de Ocoa has an average annual temperature of 24.4°C (76°F). The hottest month is Sep (25.8°C), the coldest is Jan (22.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 1028 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 68.0°F |
| 26% above Dominican Republic avg | |
| January Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Sunny Days | 255 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,578 ft (481 m) |
| Area | 274.1 sq mi (710.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 77/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 18.5469°N, 70.5069°W |
| Timezone | America/Santo_Domingo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.6 m (2 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1946 | NORTHEASTERN COAST | Earthquake | 0.6 m | 75 | 150 km |
| 1751 | AZUA DE COMPOSTELA | Earthquake | — | — | 21 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 65°F (18°C) | 1.1 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 65°F (19°C) | 1.3 in | |
| March | 67°F (19°C) | 1.9 in | |
| April | 68°F (20°C) | 3.3 in | |
| May | 69°F (21°C) | 6.8 in | Wettest |
| June | 70°F (21°C) | 4.9 in | |
| July | 70°F (21°C) | 3.7 in | |
| August | 70°F (21°C) | 5.7 in | Warmest |
| September | 70°F (21°C) | 5.8 in | |
| October | 69°F (21°C) | 5.6 in | |
| November | 68°F (20°C) | 3.1 in | |
| December | 66°F (19°C) | 1.7 in |
San José de Ocoa has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 65°F in January to 70°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 44.8 inches, with May being the wettest month (6.8") and January the driest (1.1").
Schools in San José de Ocoa
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela de Los Palmaritos | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Básica Santa Báez | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Primaria Sabana Larga | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near San José de Ocoa
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Libraries in San José de Ocoa
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Jimena Fernández Vda. Guzmán | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in San José de Ocoa
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado | |||||
| Mercado público de Azua |
Hotels in San José de Ocoa
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in San José de Ocoa
1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in San José de Ocoa
3 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in San José de Ocoa
1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in San José de Ocoa
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in San José de Ocoa
5 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in San José de Ocoa
5 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in San José de Ocoa
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near San José de Ocoa
9 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| La Isabela International Airport | JBQ | Medium Airport |
| Maria Montez International Airport | BRX | Medium Airport |
| San Isidro Air Base | — | Medium Airport |
| Azua Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Constanza - Expedición 14 de Junio National Airport | COZ | Small Airport |
| Cotui Angelina Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Ranchito Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Los Montones Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Juan De La Maguana Airport | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in San José de Ocoa
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Correos |
Churches & Religious Organizations in San José de Ocoa
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Parroquia san jose |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of San José de Ocoa?
San José de Ocoa has a population of 21,148 residents and is located in Dominican Republic. The population density is 77 people per square mile, spread across 274.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in San José de Ocoa?
San José de Ocoa enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 65°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 255 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 44.8 inches.