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San Rafael del Yuma, Dominican Republic
La Altagracia Province · Dominican Republic
San Rafael del Yuma is a small city in La Altagracia Province, Dominican Republic with a population of 5,285. Elevation: 161 ft (49 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About San Rafael del Yuma
San Rafael del Yuma is a municipality located in the La Altagracia province of the Dominican Republic. It has a population of approximately 46,687 in 2012. The ruins of Juan Ponce de León's residence are located on a plateau located three kilometers from San Rafael de Yuma. The municipality is located 10 kilometers from Boca de Yuma.
People
Climate
| Population | 5,285 |
| Population Density | 11 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 161 ft (49 m) |
| Coordinates | 18.4299°, -68.6739° |
| Timezone | America/Santo_Domingo |
| Country | 🇩🇴 Dominican Republic |
| State / Province | La Altagracia Province |
| Average Temperature | 79°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 47.7 inches (1,212 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About San Rafael del Yuma
San Rafael del Yuma is a small city in Dominican Republic (La Altagracia Province) with a population of 5,285. The city sits at an elevation of 161 feet (49 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 47.7 inches. The timezone is America/Santo_Domingo.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 78.9°F |
| 46% above Dominican Republic avg | |
| January Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 249 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 161 ft (49 m) |
| Area | 485.1 sq mi (1,256.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 11/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 18.4299°N, 68.6739°W |
| Timezone | America/Santo_Domingo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
3 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 | 97 km |
| 1946 | NORTHEASTERN COAST | Earthquake | 0.6 m | 75 | 147 km |
| 1989 | PUERTO RICO | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 64 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 76°F (24°C) | 2.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 76°F (24°C) | 2.0 in | Driest |
| March | 77°F (25°C) | 2.2 in | |
| April | 78°F (26°C) | 2.8 in | |
| May | 80°F (26°C) | 6.0 in | |
| June | 81°F (27°C) | 3.7 in | |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 3.7 in | |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 4.8 in | Warmest |
| September | 81°F (27°C) | 5.6 in | |
| October | 80°F (27°C) | 6.7 in | Wettest |
| November | 78°F (26°C) | 4.7 in | |
| December | 76°F (25°C) | 3.2 in |
San Rafael del Yuma has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 76°F in January to 82°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 47.7 inches, with October being the wettest month (6.7") and February the driest (2.0").
Schools in San Rafael del Yuma
5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela Dionisio Arturo Troncoso | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela San Rafael Fe y Alegría | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Basica Rural Batey Maragua | — | — | — | — |
| Liceo Palo Bonito | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Basica Rural Batey Guazuma | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near San Rafael del Yuma
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| FieraMix | bachata, merengue | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Estrella 92.3 FM | bachata, entretenimiento | AAC 64 kbps |
Museums in San Rafael del Yuma
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo de La Altagracia | ||||
| Museo Fuerte Juan Ponce de León |
Libraries in San Rafael del Yuma
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Libreria El Sembrador | 0.0 |
Hotels in San Rafael del Yuma
3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in San Rafael del Yuma
2 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in San Rafael del Yuma
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near San Rafael del Yuma
10 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Casa De Campo International Airport | LRM | Large Airport |
| Punta Cana International Airport | PUJ | Large Airport |
| Baigua Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Consuelo Batey Anita airport | — | Small Airport |
| Cueva Las Maravillas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Romana Batey Cacata airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Romana Batey Lechuga Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Magdalena Cuya Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mona Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Pedro De Macoris Airport | — | Small Airport |
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What is the population of San Rafael del Yuma?
San Rafael del Yuma has a population of 5,285 residents and is located in Dominican Republic. The population density is 11 people per square mile, spread across 485.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in San Rafael del Yuma?
San Rafael del Yuma 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 82°F in July. The area receives 249 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 47.7 inches.