Weather & Climate in San José de Ocoa, Dominican Republic
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
San José de Ocoa enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 65°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. Annual precipitation totals 44.8 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 1,578 feet.
Temperature
65°F Jan (18°C)
70°F Jul (21°C)
| Annual Average | 68.0°F |
| 26% above US avg | |
| January Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
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
Earthquake History
315 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M6.4.
| Sep 22, 2003 | 2 km SE of Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic | M6.4 | 138 km | 10 km |
| Mar 26, 1991 | 10 km ESE of Cabarete, Dominican Republic | M5.8 | 132 km | 33 km |
| Jan 15, 1992 | 30 km SSW of Sabana Buey, Dominican Republic | M5.7 | 60 km | 10 km |
| Jul 12, 1994 | 3 km N of Guananico, Dominican Republic | M5.6 | 141 km | 33 km |
| Jan 5, 2012 | 5 km NNW of Baní, Dominican Republic | M5.5 | 29 km | 40 km |
| Aug 19, 1993 | 11 km SSW of El Cacao, Dominican Republic | M5.3 | 23 km | 23 km |
| Oct 11, 1990 | 11 km ESE of El Puerto, Dominican Republic | M5.3 | 121 km | 101 km |
| Apr 8, 1993 | 3 km WNW of Santa Cruz de Barahona, Dominican Republic | M5.2 | 75 km | 13 km |
| Aug 10, 1998 | 11 km NNW of San José de Ocoa, Dominican Republic | M5.2 | 12 km | 58 km |
| Apr 24, 1996 | 4 km N of Piedra Blanca, Dominican Republic | M5.1 | 43 km | 83 km |
| Jan 23, 2012 | 11 km S of Río San Juan, Dominican Republic | M5.1 | 120 km | 9 km |
| Jul 7, 2012 | 4 km SE of Pescadería, Dominican Republic | M5.1 | 75 km | 27 km |
| Jan 18, 1995 | 5 km NNW of Piedra Blanca, Dominican Republic | M5.0 | 43 km | 91 km |
| Feb 1, 2023 | 33 km S of Matanzas, Dominican Republic | M5.0 | 68 km | 47 km |
| Jun 8, 2007 | 1 km S of Piedra Blanca, Dominican Republic | M5.0 | 38 km | 112 km |
| Oct 29, 2017 | 8 km SSE of San José de Ocoa, Dominican Republic | M4.9 | 9 km | 23 km |
| Jul 30, 1997 | 29 km SSE of Matanzas, Dominican Republic | M4.9 | 64 km | 10 km |
| Oct 28, 2003 | 2 km SW of Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic | M4.9 | 139 km | 10 km |
| Jul 24, 1994 | 5 km NE of Cristóbal, Dominican Republic | M4.9 | 83 km | 33 km |
| Jul 15, 2013 | 7 km E of San Francisco de Macorís, Dominican Republic | M4.9 | 90 km | 38 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Hurricane History
17 hurricanes (Category 1+) recorded within 500 km since 1980. Strongest on record: Category 5.
| Year | Name | Category | Max Wind | Closest |
| 2022 | Fiona | Category 3 | 115 mph | 150 km |
| 2020 | Isaias | Category 1 | 81 mph | 167 km |
| 2017 | Irma | Category 5 | 167 mph | 233 km |
| 2017 | Maria | Category 3 | 127 mph | 229 km |
| 2011 | Irene | Category 2 | 92 mph | 192 km |
| 2008 | Ike | Category 4 | 132 mph | 289 km |
| 2008 | Gustav | Category 1 | 92 mph | 205 km |
| 2007 | Dean | Category 4 | 150 mph | 277 km |
| 2006 | Ernesto | Category 1 | 75 mph | 296 km |
| 2004 | Jeanne | Category 1 | 81 mph | 161 km |
| 2001 | Iris | Category 1 | 75 mph | 256 km |
| 2000 | Debby | Category 1 | 75 mph | 274 km |
| 1998 | Georges | Category 3 | 121 mph | 37 km |
| 1996 | Hortense | Category 2 | 104 mph | 196 km |
| 1988 | Gilbert | Category 3 | 121 mph | 243 km |
| 1987 | Emily | Category 3 | 127 mph | 59 km |
| 1980 | Allen | Category 5 | 178 mph | 288 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980-2026).
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 |
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database.
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").