Puerto Plata is a city located on the northern coast of the Dominican Republic. It is the capital of the province of Puerto Plata and is one of the oldest cities in the country. The city is located on the Atlantic Ocean and is a popular tourist destination for its beautiful beaches and stunning views of the Caribbean Sea.
The city is known for its rich history and culture. It was founded in 1502 by Spanish explorer Christopher Columbus. The city has seen its fair share of battles, including the Battle of Puerto Plata in 1586, where Spanish forces defeated the English and French.
Puerto Plata is home to the San Felipe Fortress, built in 1564 to protect the city from pirate attacks. It is one of the oldest surviving fortresses in the Caribbean. The city also has a number of churches and cathedrals, including the Cathedral of San Felipe and the Church of Our Lady of Sorrows.
The city is located in a tropical climate and is known for its lush vegetation and abundant wildlife. Puerto Plata is home to a number of national parks, including the Parque Nacional del Este and the Parque Nacional de los Haitises.
The city is a popular destination for tourists, offering a variety of activities such as scuba diving, snorkeling, and fishing. It is also home to a number of resorts and hotels, offering visitors a variety of amenities and activities.
Puerto Plata is a vibrant city with a rich history and culture. It is a great place to visit for its beautiful beaches, stunning views, and abundance of activities.
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Spring (March-May): The spring season in Puerto Plata is warm and humid, with temperatures ranging between 70-85°F (21-29°C). The days are sunny and the nights are cool. Summer (June-August): The summer season in Puerto Plata is hot and humid, with temperatures ranging between 85-90°F (29-32°C). The days are long and sunny, and the nights are warm and balmy. Fall (September-November): The fall season in Puerto Plata is warm and humid, with temperatures ranging between 75-85°F (24-29°C). The days are sunny and the nights are cool. Winter (December-February): The winter season in Puerto Plata is mild and pleasant, with temperatures ranging between 65-75°F (18-24°C). The days are sunny and the nights are cool.
Our weather forecast for Puerto Plata helps plan your stay according to the weather. For sunny days, pack light and breathable clothes, swimwear, and sunscreen. For winter weather, it's recommended to bring warm clothes, gloves, a hat, sturdy footwear, and a raincoat.
| Date | Icon | Temperature | Wind speed/gusts | Cloudiness/Visibility | Air humidity/pressure | Sunrise/Sunset |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr. 14th 2025 Apr. 14th 2025 | max: 25.7 °C min: 25 °C |
29.9 m/s 29.5 m/s |
87.5 % 24.1 m |
71.7 % 1,018 hPa |
06:25:27 19:00:46 |
|
| Apr. 15th 2025 Apr. 15th 2025 | max: 25.6 °C min: 24.8 °C |
34.6 m/s 40.3 m/s |
99.8 % 19.7 m |
81.3 % 1,016 hPa |
06:24:40 19:01:04 |
|
| Apr. 16th 2025 Apr. 16th 2025 | max: 25.4 °C min: 22.6 °C |
37.1 m/s 37.1 m/s |
81.8 % 19.5 m |
84.5 % 1,015 hPa |
06:23:54 19:01:21 |
|
| Apr. 17th 2025 Apr. 17th 2025 | max: 25.8 °C min: 24.1 °C |
25.9 m/s 24.8 m/s |
18.7 % 20.3 m |
81.4 % 1,015 hPa |
06:23:09 19:01:40 |
|
| Apr. 18th 2025 Apr. 18th 2025 | max: 26.1 °C min: 24.9 °C |
31.0 m/s 34.6 m/s |
6.7 % 22.9 m |
81.0 % 1,015 hPa |
06:22:24 19:01:58 |
|
| Apr. 19th 2025 Apr. 19th 2025 | max: 26.4 °C min: 25.5 °C |
35.3 m/s 38.5 m/s |
2.0 % 23.5 m |
83.5 % 1,015 hPa |
06:21:40 19:02:16 |
|
| Apr. 20th 2025 Apr. 20th 2025 | max: 26.6 °C min: 25.3 °C |
27.4 m/s 31.3 m/s |
44.2 % 22.2 m |
81.2 % 1,014 hPa |
06:20:56 19:02:35 |
|
| Apr. 21st 2025 Apr. 21st 2025 | max: 26.1 °C min: 25.5 °C |
29.9 m/s 31.7 m/s |
52.3 % 24.1 m |
79.3 % 1,015 hPa |
06:20:13 19:02:54 |
|
| Apr. 22nd 2025 Apr. 22nd 2025 | max: 25.7 °C min: 24.9 °C |
36.0 m/s 39.2 m/s |
50.0 % 24.1 m |
78.9 % 1,014 hPa |
06:19:31 19:03:13 |
|
| Apr. 23rd 2025 Apr. 23rd 2025 | max: 26.0 °C min: 25.1 °C |
37.1 m/s 38.9 m/s |
98.6 % 24.0 m |
78.1 % 1,013 hPa |
06:18:49 19:03:32 |
|
| Apr. 24th 2025 Apr. 24th 2025 | max: 26.4 °C min: 24.4 °C |
26.3 m/s 28.4 m/s |
69.2 % 22.2 m |
77.0 % 1,011 hPa |
06:18:08 19:03:52 |
|
| Apr. 25th 2025 Apr. 25th 2025 | max: 25.9 °C min: 24.8 °C |
20.9 m/s 20.5 m/s |
8.4 % 22.8 m |
76.6 % 1,011 hPa |
06:17:28 19:04:12 |
Would you like to travel to Puerto Plata on a cruise ship or would you just like to know when a certain ship will dock there? Here you will find an overview of the cruise ships that will be calling at the port of Puerto Plata.
| Date | Ship | Arrival | Departure | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr. 14th 2025 Monday, 14th of Apr. 2025 | Freedom of the Seas | 07:00 am | 03:00 pm | |
| Apr. 15th 2025 Tuesday, 15th of Apr. 2025 | Celebrity Ascent | 07:00 am | 03:00 pm | |
| Apr. 15th 2025 Tuesday, 15th of Apr. 2025 | Mardi Gras | 08:00 am | 05:00 pm | |
| Apr. 16th 2025 Wednesday, 16th of Apr. 2025 | Carnival Magic | 08:00 am | 05:00 pm | |
| Apr. 16th 2025 Wednesday, 16th of Apr. 2025 | Grandeur of the Seas | 07:00 am | 04:00 pm | |
| Apr. 17th 2025 Thursday, 17th of Apr. 2025 | Carnival Vista | 07:00 am | 03:00 pm | |
| Apr. 18th 2025 Friday, 18th of Apr. 2025 | Carnival Horizon | 09:00 am | 05:00 pm | |
| Apr. 19th 2025 Saturday, 19th of Apr. 2025 | Norwegian Pearl | 08:00 am | 06:00 pm | |
| Apr. 21st 2025 Monday, 21st of Apr. 2025 | Carnival Magic | 08:00 am | 05:00 pm | |
| Apr. 22nd 2025 Tuesday, 22nd of Apr. 2025 | Carnival Celebration | 07:00 am | 04:00 pm | |
| Apr. 23rd 2025 Wednesday, 23rd of Apr. 2025 | Carnival Freedom | 10:30 am | 06:30 pm | |
| Apr. 23rd 2025 Wednesday, 23rd of Apr. 2025 | Enchanted Princess | 09:00 am | 06:00 pm | |
| Apr. 23rd 2025 Wednesday, 23rd of Apr. 2025 | Mardi Gras | 09:00 am | 06:00 pm | |
| Apr. 24th 2025 Thursday, 24th of Apr. 2025 | Carnival Sunshine | 07:00 am | 04:00 pm | |
| Apr. 25th 2025 Friday, 25th of Apr. 2025 | MSC Seascape | 10:00 am | 06:00 pm | |
| Apr. 28th 2025 Monday, 28th of Apr. 2025 | Norwegian Getaway | 07:00 am | 02:00 pm | |
| Apr. 29th 2025 Tuesday, 29th of Apr. 2025 | Norwegian Escape | 07:00 am | 04:00 pm | |
| Apr. 29th 2025 Tuesday, 29th of Apr. 2025 | Norwegian Gem | 08:00 am | 05:00 pm | |
| Apr. 30th 2025 Wednesday, 30th of Apr. 2025 | Carnival Celebration | 08:00 am | 05:00 pm | |
| Apr. 30th 2025 Wednesday, 30th of Apr. 2025 | Carnival Magic | 08:00 am | 05:00 pm | |
| May 1st 2025 Thursday, 1st of May 2025 | Carnival Vista | 07:00 am | 03:00 pm | |
| May 1st 2025 Thursday, 1st of May 2025 | Celebrity Beyond | 08:00 am | 06:00 pm | |
| May 6th 2025 Tuesday, 6th of May 2025 | Carnival Celebration | 07:00 am | 04:00 pm | |
| May 6th 2025 Tuesday, 6th of May 2025 | Norwegian Escape | 07:00 am | 04:00 pm | |
| May 7th 2025 Wednesday, 7th of May 2025 | Carnival Sunshine | 11:00 am | 07:00 pm | |
| May 7th 2025 Wednesday, 7th of May 2025 | Enchanted Princess | 09:00 am | 06:00 pm | |
| May 7th 2025 Wednesday, 7th of May 2025 | Jewel of the Seas | 08:00 am | 05:00 pm | |
| May 7th 2025 Wednesday, 7th of May 2025 | Mardi Gras | 09:00 am | 06:00 pm | |
| May 9th 2025 Friday, 9th of May 2025 | MSC Seascape | 10:00 am | 06:00 pm | |
| May 9th 2025 Friday, 9th of May 2025 | Oasis of the Seas | 10:30 am | 06:00 pm | |
| May 13th 2025 Tuesday, 13th of May 2025 | Mardi Gras | 07:00 am | 04:00 pm | |
| May 14th 2025 Wednesday, 14th of May 2025 | Carnival Celebration | 08:00 am | 05:00 pm | |
| May 15th 2025 Thursday, 15th of May 2025 | Carnival Vista | 07:00 am | 03:00 pm | |
| May 20th 2025 Tuesday, 20th of May 2025 | Norwegian Escape | 07:00 am | 04:00 pm | |
| May 21st 2025 Wednesday, 21st of May 2025 | Enchanted Princess | 09:00 am | 06:00 pm | |
| May 21st 2025 Wednesday, 21st of May 2025 | Mardi Gras | 09:00 am | 06:00 pm | |
| May 22nd 2025 Thursday, 22nd of May 2025 | Carnival Magic | 09:00 am | 05:00 pm | |
| May 22nd 2025 Thursday, 22nd of May 2025 | Carnival Sunshine | 07:00 am | 04:00 pm | |
| May 23rd 2025 Friday, 23rd of May 2025 | MSC Seascape | 10:00 am | 06:00 pm | |
| May 27th 2025 Tuesday, 27th of May 2025 | Norwegian Escape | 07:00 am | 04:00 pm | |
| May 28th 2025 Wednesday, 28th of May 2025 | Carnival Celebration | 08:00 am | 05:00 pm | |
| May 28th 2025 Wednesday, 28th of May 2025 | Carnival Magic | 08:00 am | 05:00 pm | |
| May 29th 2025 Thursday, 29th of May 2025 | Carnival Vista | 07:00 am | 03:00 pm | |
| Jun. 3rd 2025 Tuesday, 3rd of Jun. 2025 | Carnival Celebration | 07:00 am | 04:00 pm | |
| Jun. 4th 2025 Wednesday, 4th of Jun. 2025 | Carnival Sunshine | 11:00 am | 07:00 pm | |
| Jun. 4th 2025 Wednesday, 4th of Jun. 2025 | Enchanted Princess | 09:00 am | 06:00 pm | |
| Jun. 4th 2025 Wednesday, 4th of Jun. 2025 | Mardi Gras | 09:00 am | 06:00 pm | |
| Jun. 5th 2025 Thursday, 5th of Jun. 2025 | Carnival Vista | 09:00 am | 06:00 pm | |
| Jun. 6th 2025 Friday, 6th of Jun. 2025 | MSC Seascape | 10:00 am | 06:00 pm | |
| Jun. 10th 2025 Tuesday, 10th of Jun. 2025 | Norwegian Escape | 07:00 am | 04:00 pm |
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