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Dominica Weather in October: Rain, Temperatures

Dominica weather in October
Average high temperature and rainfall for Dominica in October

Dominica weather in October almost certainly will deliver heavy rainfall.

Don’t take that as a dig against Dominica. The island is gorgeous for large parts of the year because of its lush undergrowth, rain forests and waterfalls.

But it gets that way because the island has one of the highest amounts of rainfall among any destinations in the Caribbean.

It especially gets that way during the peak of the Caribbean hurricane season, which runs from June through November. Dominica weather in October is especially wet.

Average Rainfall

If an award could be given out for most rainfall, Dominica would get it. The total rainfall over a 20-year history of data from the Dominica Meteorological Services shows that the island averages 13 inches of rain during October.

That total far exceeds any other total in the Caribbean. But it’s actually not as bad as November when the island averages an even more impressive 15 inches.

Other islands including some nearby such as St. Lucia are more likely to receive five to six inches during the month.

Also by comparison, the island receives the least amount of rain in February, when it averages only four inches. It’s one of the best months for visitors.

Dominica Temperatures in October



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At least it stays warm. The average high temperature in Dominica during October is 84 degrees Fahrenheit and 29 degrees Celsius, according to the Dominica Meteorological Services.

The average low temperature is 74 degrees Fahrenheit and 23 degrees Celsius.

But warm weather won’t matter much if it is raining cats and dogs outside.

Should You Go in October?

Dominica is more popular as a cruise port than as a long-term stay.

As a result, few cruise ships visit during October because of the potential for rain. But it does get some cruise visitors.

Anyone taking a cruise in October or November that includes Dominica on the itinerary should expect rain in the forecast.

Otherwise, the only people who might want to visit are ones who enjoy rain—a whole lot of it.

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Scott S. Bateman is a professional journalist who has traveled widely throughout the Caribbean and the Americas. He is the author of four books about cruising in the Caribbean, Alaska and Mexican Riviera.
September 26, 2023

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