What to do in March in The Dominican Republic - 2026

The Dominican Republic is a country in the West Indies that occupies the eastern five-eighths of Hispaniola. It has an area of , including offshore islands. The Dominican Republic's shores are washed by the Atlantic Ocean to the north and the Caribbean Sea to the south.


Before we have a look at what you can do in The Dominican Republic, let's first look at the weather you can expect in March.

March weather in The Dominican Republic

To get a good overview of the type of weather you can expect in March in The Dominican Republic, we will look at the day and night temperature, minimum and maximum water temperature, and if March is comfortable or humid

Generally, March in The Dominican Republic will be really nice. Historical data shows that you can expect an average temperature of around 84°F / 29°C. But due to the very high humidity, it can feel very uncomfortable. During the night, it will cool down to around 69°F / 21°C. Many will prefer a location with air conditioning due to the high humidity level.

The Dominican Republic has rainy days in March. You can expect around 10 rainy days, with on average 1 inches / 25 mm of rain during the whole month.

But remember that rain can be short and heavy for many tropical locations, particularly during the rainy season. It means that the number of days with rain and the amount of rain can be high, but you will still see many lovely days with a short period of heavy rain.

Average temperature
Average Sea temperature
Wintersun Comfort grade and huricane risk

The forecast for March 2026 is based on historical data and are averages. They will give a good indication what you can expect, but the daily temperature and rain will fluctuate during the month.

Things to see and do in The Dominican Republic

The Dominican Republic has many things to soo. With help from our visitors we have dived a list of things to see in. If you have any sugestions or improvements for this list, please let us know.

Museo del Hombre Dominicano
MuseumThroughout the Year
Museo del Hombre Dominicano shows a lot about the origin of the island and the gradual evolution of its culture.
Museo Arqueologico Regional Altos de Chavón
MuseumThroughout the Year
Museo Arqueologico Regional Altos de Chavón has one of the widest collections of artifacts in the region.
Colonial Zone in Santo Domingo
CityThroughout the Year
Colonial Zone in Santo Domingo has America's first-ever university, convent, hospital, cathedral, and fort, along with a museum, and many shops and cafes.
Las Terrenas
BeachThroughout the Year
Las Terrenas is the least crowded and one of the most remote beaches ideal for water sports, strolls, and sunbaths.
Annual Santo Domingo International Book Fair
Event/FestivalMarch
Annual Santo Domingo International Book Fair hosts a country from South America. There are book sales, free workshops, and lectures by some of the most successful and leading authors, along with dance, music, and fun for kids.
Alcazar de Colon
MuseumThroughout the Year
Alcazar de Colon was the former home of Diego Columbus, a famous personality. After his death, it is now turned into a museum open to the public.
Cacao Trail Tour
Trip/Tour/ExcursionThroughout the Year
Cacao Trail Tour shows you all about the plantation, harvesting, and export of cocoa crops.

Shopping in The Dominican Republic

The currency of the Dominican Republic is the Dominican peso denoted by the symbol "$" or "RD$". US dollars are accepted in most areas.

  • Downtown Center - Av. Núñez de Cáceres esq, Santo Domingo 10114
  • Megacentro - Av. San Vicente de Paúl 321, Santo Domingo Este 11519
  • El Conde Street
  • Occidental Mall - Prolongacion 27 de Febrero, Santo Domingo

Activities in The Dominican Republic

Beaches
No trip to the Dominican Republic would be complete without spending several days on the beach. The beautiful weather is perfect for beach activities, and the ocean's temperature is ideal for swimming.

Visit national parks
There are organized tours of the many national parks in the country, some of which have rare and protected species of animals you can observe in their natural habitat.

Whale watching
Over 2000 whales make their way to the Samana Sanctuary during the winter. The humpback whales are quite comfortable in these waters as they are off-limits to boats except whale-watching vessels.

Visit museums
There are tons of museums in the Dominican republic showing artifacts that celebrate the craftsmanship and skills of Dominican artists as well as pieces that give insights into the history of the country.

Visit a chocolate factory
Chocolate is one of the Dominican republic's major exports, and some of the best chocolate is made here. You can take tours of the factories to see how your favorite treats are made.

Restaurants in The Dominican Republic

Food in the Dominican Republic is typical Caribbean fare, with lots of tropical fruits, rice, beans, and seafood. Don't forget about Rhum, especcialy:

  • Mila Restaurante
  • Viralata
  • Barcelo,
  • Brugal,
  • Don Pepe Central
  • Punta Cana.
  • El Mesón de la Cava
  • Siboney,
  • Macorix,
  • Bermudez,

More things to see in The Dominican Republic

Parquet Nacional Los Haitises
Parquet Nacional Los Haitises translates to mountainous land, this park is part of the last few tropical forests in the country. Mangrove trees cover a wide area of the park, and there are many caves. The park is also featured in Hollywood movies like Jurassic Park.

Bunas de Bani
Many would not expect to find a sand dune in the Caribbean. But the Bunas de Bani dunes with gray sand and volcanic rock dunes are an excellent and rare opportunity for amazing pictures, and worth the visit.

Zona colonial - located in the capital city, this small town is the base of many historical buildings in the country. The first hospital, cathedral, monastery, and university in the "New World" are all located here.
Damajaqua cascades
Nature lovers will have a great time exploring the 27 waterfalls at the Damajaqua cascades. Crafted out of solid limestone, snowbirds can have fun swimming in the natural pools and exploring the natural phenomena.

Cathedral primada de America
Cathedral primada de America in Santo Domingo was built-in 1514. It is the first cathedral to be built in the Americas, and it is one of the most interesting pieces of gothic architecture in the country.

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