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Santiago de los Caballeros, Dominican Republic
Santiago Province · Dominican Republic
Santiago de los Caballeros is a major city in Santiago Province, Dominican Republic with a population of 1,200,000. Elevation: 686 ft (209 m). Average temperature: 78°F (25°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Santiago de los Caballeros
Santiago de los Caballeros, often shortened to Santiago, is the second-largest city in the Dominican Republic and the fourth-largest city in the Caribbean by population. It is the capital of Santiago Province and the largest major metropolis in the Cibao region of the country. Santiago is the largest Caribbean city that is not a capital city, and the largest non-coastal metropolis in the Caribbean islands. It is approximately 155 km (96 mi) northwest of the capital, Santo Domingo, with an average altitude of 178 m (584 ft). The city has a population of 771,748 inhabitants (2022). Santiago's metropolitan area population composed of the municipalities of Santiago-Licey Al Medio-Baitoa-Tamboril-Puñal-Villa González is 1,261,852 as of 2022, making it the Dominican Republic's second-largest.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,200,000 |
| Population Density | 3,813 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 686 ft (209 m) |
| Coordinates | 19.4504°, -70.6909° |
| Timezone | America/Santo_Domingo |
| Country | 🇩🇴 Dominican Republic |
| State / Province | Santiago Province |
| Average Temperature | 78°F (25°C) |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 46.5 inches (1,182 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Santiago de los Caballeros
Santiago de los Caballeros is a major city in Dominican Republic (Santiago Province) with a population of 1,200,000. The city sits at an elevation of 686 feet (209 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 46.5 inches. The timezone is America/Santo_Domingo.
Climate in Santiago de los Caballeros
Santiago de los Caballeros has an average annual temperature of 25.6°C (78°F). The hottest month is Sep (27.4°C), the coldest is Jan (23.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 1043 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 77.5°F |
| 44% above Dominican Republic avg | |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 252 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 686 ft (209 m) |
| Area | 314.7 sq mi (815.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 3,813/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 19.4504°N, 70.6909°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 | 125 km |
| 1751 | AZUA DE COMPOSTELA | Earthquake | — | — | 106 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 73°F (23°C) | 2.5 in | Coldest |
| February | 74°F (24°C) | 2.5 in | |
| March | 76°F (24°C) | 2.8 in | |
| April | 77°F (25°C) | 4.8 in | |
| May | 79°F (26°C) | 6.6 in | Wettest |
| June | 80°F (27°C) | 3.3 in | |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 2.4 in | Driest |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 3.0 in | Warmest |
| September | 80°F (27°C) | 4.1 in | |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 4.9 in | |
| November | 77°F (25°C) | 5.5 in | |
| December | 74°F (23°C) | 4.0 in |
Santiago de los Caballeros has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 73°F in January to 81°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 46.5 inches, with May being the wettest month (6.6") and July the driest (2.4").
Colleges & Universities in Santiago de los Caballeros
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colegio de la Salle | College | — | — |
| Colegio Duarte | College | — | — |
| Colegio Evangélico Alianza | College | — | — |
| Colegio Génesis | College | — | — |
| Colegio Intelecto | College | — | — |
| Colegio Sagrado Corazón de Jesús | College | — | — |
| Edificio Ercilia Pepín de la Universidad Autónoma de Santo Domingo | University | — | — |
| Escuela Normal Napoleón Núñez Molina | University | — | — |
| Gotitas de amor | College | — | — |
| INFOTEP | University | — | — |
| Instituto Politécnico Industrial de Santiago | College | — | — |
| Instituto Superior de Formación Docente Salomé Ureña Recinto Emilio Prud'Homme | College | — | Visit → |
| Politécnico Ernesto Disla Nuñez | College | — | — |
| Politécnico Nuestra Señora de las Mercedes | College | — | — |
| Pontificia Universidad Católica Madre y Maestra | University | — | — |
| Universidad Abierta Para Adultos UAPA | University | — | — |
| Universidad Autónoma De Santo Domingo | University | — | — |
| Universidad Autónoma de Santo Domingo - Moca | University | — | — |
| Universidad Isa | University | — | — |
| Universidad Nacional Evangélica | University | — | — |
| Universidad O&M | University | — | — |
| Universidad Tecnológica de Santiago | University | — | — |
| Universidad Tecnológica de Santiago (UTESA) - Recinto Moca | University | — | — |
Schools in Santiago de los Caballeros
138+ public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela Napoleón Núñez Molina | — | — | — | — |
| Politécnico Braulio Paulino | — | — | — | — |
| Estudio Dina de Educación Musical | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela de choferes Richard | — | — | — | — |
| Instituto Tecnológico México | — | — | — | — |
| LA REFORMA | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio Fausto Jimenez | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Melida Girald | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio My Sweet Home | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio Doña Telma | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Venecia Cepeda | — | — | — | — |
| Liceo Onésimo Giménez | — | — | — | — |
| Runtime RD | — | — | — | — |
| Español | — | — | — | — |
| Oasis Christian School | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Inocencia M. Cabrera | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Inocencia Mercedes Cabrera | — | — | — | — |
| Ulises Francisco Espaillat | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela de Graduados UTESA | — | — | — | — |
| CEPOINT | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Pública | — | — | — | — |
| Holy Trinity School | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo Eugenio Deschamps | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio Salomé Ureña | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio Salomé Ureña | — | — | — | — |
| Liceo Nocturno Prof. Juan Bosch | — | — | — | — |
| Ceconpro | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Felebrinda | — | — | — | — |
| Niños con una Esperanza | — | — | — | — |
| Integral School Children Of God | — | — | — | — |
| Santiago Christian School | — | — | — | — |
| Distrito Educativo 08-04 | — | — | — | — |
| escuela rápido | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Reparto Peralta | — | — | — | — |
| Politécnico México | — | — | — | — |
| Instituto Evangélico | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Canabacoa | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Ana Josefa Jiminez | — | — | — | — |
| Alianza Francesa De Santiago | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Guayabal | — | — | — | — |
| Liceos Profesora Ana Antonia Grullón | — | — | — | — |
| Politécnico La Esperanza | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Anacaona Almonte | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio Sor Petra | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio El Laurel | — | — | — | — |
| Ecuela Primaria Club Noel | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Laguna Prieta | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Cultural Domínico-Americano | — | — | — | — |
| Instituto de Desarrollo Integral Leonardo Da Vinci | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio Evangelica | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio Estabones Universal | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio Pedro Henriquez Ureña | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio Mundo Infantil | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Inicial Basica La Javier | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Basica Emilio Prud'Homme | — | — | — | — |
| National School for the Deaf | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio Ntra Sra de Fatima | — | — | — | — |
| Instituto de Enseñanza Individualizada | — | — | — | — |
| CODIA | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio Cristiano Saraí | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio Saint David School | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Sergio A. Hernández | — | — | — | — |
| Instituto Iberia | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio Bilingüe New Horizons | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Hermano Miguel | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela San Martín de Porres | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio Padre Fortín | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Salomé Ureña de Henríquez | — | — | — | — |
| Liceo Secundario Prof. Milagros Celeste Arias | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Mercedes Antonia Castillo | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Primaria Santiago Guzmán Espaillat | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Genaro Perez | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio Evangñelico Isaias Enmanuel | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo Francisco Alberto Caamaño Deñó | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo Herminia Pérez | — | — | — | — |
| Estudio Dina de Educación Musical | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela de choferes Richard | — | — | — | — |
| Instituto Tecnológico México | — | — | — | — |
| LA REFORMA | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio Fausto Jimenez | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Melida Girald | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio My Sweet Home | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio Doña Telma | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Venecia Cepeda | — | — | — | — |
| Liceo Onésimo Giménez | — | — | — | — |
| Runtime RD | — | — | — | — |
| Español | — | — | — | — |
| Oasis Christian School | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Inocencia M. Cabrera | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Inocencia Mercedes Cabrera | — | — | — | — |
| Ulises Francisco Espaillat | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela de Graduados UTESA | — | — | — | — |
| CEPOINT | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Pública | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo Eugenio Deschamps | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio Salomé Ureña | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio Salomé Ureña | — | — | — | — |
| Liceo Nocturno Prof. Juan Bosch | — | — | — | — |
| Ceconpro | — | — | — | — |
| Niños con una Esperanza | — | — | — | — |
| Integral School Children Of God | — | — | — | — |
| Santiago Christian School | — | — | — | — |
| Distrito Educativo 08-04 | — | — | — | — |
| escuela rápido | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Reparto Peralta | — | — | — | — |
| Politécnico México | — | — | — | — |
| Instituto Evangélico | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Canabacoa | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Ana Josefa Jiminez | — | — | — | — |
| Alianza Francesa De Santiago | — | — | — | — |
| Politécnico La Esperanza | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Anacaona Almonte | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio Sor Petra | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio El Laurel | — | — | — | — |
| Ecuela Primaria Club Noel | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Cultural Domínico-Americano | — | — | — | — |
| Instituto de Desarrollo Integral Leonardo Da Vinci | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio Evangelica | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio Estabones Universal | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio Pedro Henriquez Ureña | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio Mundo Infantil | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Basica Emilio Prud'Homme | — | — | — | — |
| National School for the Deaf | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio Ntra Sra de Fatima | — | — | — | — |
| Instituto de Enseñanza Individualizada | — | — | — | — |
| CODIA | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio Cristiano Saraí | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio Saint David School | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio Bilingüe New Horizons | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Hermano Miguel | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela San Martín de Porres | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio Padre Fortín | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Salomé Ureña de Henríquez | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Primaria Santiago Guzmán Espaillat | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Genaro Perez | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio Evangñelico Isaias Enmanuel | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo Francisco Alberto Caamaño Deñó | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo Herminia Pérez | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Santiago de los Caballeros
12 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Bachata | bachata, latin | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Suave 107.3 FM | baladas en español, música romántica | MP3 | |
| Salsa 92.7 FM | — | AAC | |
| Tropical 100 Mix | bachata, latin | MP3 | |
| Disco 89 88.9 FM | baladas en español, music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Trespatines Radio | — | MP3 64 kbps | |
| Canal 105.1 FM | entretenimiento, latino | MP3 | |
| Monumental 100.3 FM | dominican republic, republica dominicana | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Especial 93.5 FM | baladas en español, baladas en ingles | MP3 | |
| Naranjo Dulce Radio | — | MP3 96 kbps | |
| WXM ONE RADIO | — | AAC+ 128 kbps | |
| WXM ON RADIO | — | AAC+ 128 kbps |
Museums in Santiago de los Caballeros
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Antiguo Museo de La Vega | ||||
| Casa Del Arte | ||||
| Centro Cultural Eduardo León Jimenes | ||||
| Iglesia Embrujo I | ||||
| La Vega Vieja | ||||
| Museo 26 de Julio | ||||
| Museo del deporte | ||||
| Museo Folklorico Don Tomas Morel | ||||
| Museo Ramón Cáceres | ||||
| Museo Sacro | ||||
| Palacio Consistorial |
Libraries in Santiago de los Caballeros
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Amantes De La Luz | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Amantes De La Luz | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Central Profesor Juan Bosch | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública | 0.0 | |||||
| Don Juan Funación Mano a Mano | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Santiago de los Caballeros
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| La Sirena | |||||
| Mercado Publico Municipal | |||||
| Plaza Denny's | |||||
| Plaza Merca Pekin | |||||
| Plaza Mora | |||||
| Plaza Sunrise |
Hotels in Santiago de los Caballeros
32 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Santiago de los Caballeros
48 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Santiago de los Caballeros
3 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Santiago de los Caballeros
5 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Santiago de los Caballeros
3 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theme Parks in Santiago de los Caballeros
1 theme parks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Santiago de los Caballeros
20 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Santiago de los Caballeros
37 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Santiago de los Caballeros
13 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Santiago de los Caballeros
10 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Santiago de los Caballeros
89 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Santiago de los Caballeros
117 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Santiago de los Caballeros
18 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Santiago de los Caballeros
7 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Santiago de los Caballeros
1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Santiago de los Caballeros
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cervecería Vegana |
Stadiums & Teams in Santiago de los Caballeros
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Santiago de los Caballeros
8 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Cibao International Airport | STI | Large Airport |
| Gregorio Luperon International Airport | POP | Medium Airport |
| Constanza - Expedición 14 de Junio National Airport | COZ | Small Airport |
| Cotui Angelina Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Ranchito Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Peñuela / Esperanza Field | — | Small Airport |
| Piloto Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Juan De La Maguana Airport | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Santiago de los Caballeros
11 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| CPS | |
| CPS | |
| DHL | |
| Express | |
| FedEx | |
| FedEx | |
| Instituto Postal Dominicana | |
| MCC- Cargo | |
| MCC- Cargo | |
| Pick N' Send | |
| Vimenpaq |
Treatment Centers in Santiago de los Caballeros
10 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Amadita | ||
| Centro de Vacunación Clínica Corominas | ||
| Clínica ProFamilia | ||
| fabiola uñas. | ||
| Jesús Abreu Body Maker | ||
| Jesús Abreu Cirugía Plástica | ||
| Laboratorio Micologico | ||
| Oftalmolaser | ||
| Patria Rivas | ||
| Red Oncológica Dominicana Integral |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Santiago de los Caballeros
127 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| capilla Los Marcano | |
| Capilla Nuestra Señora de la Salud | |
| Capilla Nuestra Señora de la Salud | |
| Capilla Santa Ana | |
| Capilla Santa María Magdalena de Pazzi | |
| Capilla Santa María Magdalena de Pazzi | |
| Casa de Bendicion | |
| Casa de Bendicion | |
| Casa Divina Providencia | |
| Casa Divina Providencia | |
| Casa Sacerdotal Matanzas Nº 21 | |
| Catedral Santiago Apostol | |
| Catedral Santiago Apostol | |
| Centro Católico Carismático | |
| Centro Cristiano Generacion Escogida | |
| Centro Cristiano Generacion Escogida | |
| Comunidad Cristiana de Santiago | |
| Comunidad Cristiana de Santiago | |
| Congregación Bautista, Cristiana | |
| Congregación Bautista, Cristiana |
Quick Facts
Around Santiago de los Caballeros
Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Santiago de los Caballeros
8 places within 15 km
- • Piscina agua part
- • Galería de Arte Las Carreras
- • Aguas saladas
- • Piscina checo Pérez
- • Piscina protectora
- • Resort
- • Ruinas de Santiago Viejo
- • Scream Land
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Public Holidays in Dominican Republic
13 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Santiago de los Caballeros
What is the population of Santiago de los Caballeros?
Santiago de los Caballeros has a population of 1,200,000 residents and is located in Dominican Republic. The population density is 3,813 people per square mile, spread across 314.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Santiago de los Caballeros?
Santiago de los Caballeros has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 252 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 46.5 inches.