José del Carmen Ramírez National Park

National Park Dominican Republic national park with mountainous terrain

José del Carmen Ramírez National Park in the Dominican Republic protects mountain terrain and forested slopes; visitors come for hiking, biodiversity and remote rural landscapes.

José del Carmen Ramírez National Park
19.0995, -71.2283

How to Get to José del Carmen Ramírez National Park #

The park lies in the San Juan province region and is approached by road from the nearest towns. Due to rugged terrain and limited signage, travel with a local guide or arrange transport through regional tour operators for safer access.

Tips for Visiting José del Carmen Ramírez National Park #

  • Hire a local guide to access trails that wind through cloud forest and pine stands-trail maintenance varies
  • Bring binoculars for endemic bird species-this park is important for several regionally rare birds
  • If trekking remote sections, notify local authorities or park rangers of intended routes

Best Time to Visit José del Carmen Ramírez National Park #

The dry season (December-April) is optimal for trekking, birdwatching and avoiding muddy trails.

Dry season (best)
December-April · 65-85°F (18-29°C)
Drier trails and clearer views-easier access and safer hiking conditions.
Shoulder months
May, November · 70-85°F (21-29°C)
Occasional rains but generally accessible; lush vegetation and good birding.

Weather & Climate near José del Carmen Ramírez National Park #

Climate

José del Carmen Ramírez National Park's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 6°C to 20°C. Abundant rainfall (1591 mm/year), wettest in October.

Air Quality: AQI 51 Moderate
Best Time to Visit
JanuaryDecemberFebruary
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
36°
Warmest Month
10°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coolest month with highs of 17°C and lows of 6°C. The driest month with just 28 mm and mostly sunny skies.

82 Excellent

Comfort

12°
Feels Like Cool
12°C
Temperature
17°
73%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

28 mm
Rainfall
3.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.5
UV Index
High
11.0h daylight

February

February is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (40 mm).

78 Very Good

Comfort

12°
Feels Like Cool
12°C
Temperature
18°
69%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

40 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.8
UV Index
Very High
11.4h daylight

March

March is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (67 mm).

74 Very Good

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
19°
66%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

67 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.2
UV Index
Extreme
11.9h daylight

April

April is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 8°C. Significant rainfall (132 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

65 Good

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
19°
66%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

132 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.4
UV Index
Extreme
12.5h daylight

May

May is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 10°C. Heavy rain (245 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

57 Acceptable

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
10° 19°
69%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

245 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.4
UV Index
Extreme
12.9h daylight

June

June is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 10°C. Significant rainfall (168 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

63 Good

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
11° 19°
67%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

168 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.4
UV Index
Extreme
13.2h daylight

July

July is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 10°C. Significant rainfall (131 mm).

68 Good

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
10° 20°
66%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

131 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.5
UV Index
Extreme
13.1h daylight

August

August is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 10°C. Significant rainfall (188 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

64 Good

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
10° 20°
68%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

188 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.4
UV Index
Extreme
12.7h daylight

September

September is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 10°C. Significant rainfall (199 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

66 Good

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
10° 20°
70%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

199 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.2
UV Index
Extreme
12.1h daylight

October

October is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 10°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (246 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

62 Good

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
10° 19°
74%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

246 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.8
UV Index
Very High
11.6h daylight

November

November is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 9°C. Significant rainfall (106 mm).

70 Very Good

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
18°
76%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

106 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.5
UV Index
Very High
11.1h daylight

December

December is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (41 mm) and mostly sunny skies.

80 Excellent

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
18°
76%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

41 mm
Rainfall
4.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.3
UV Index
High
10.9h daylight

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