Rio San Juan, Dominican Republic: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]
Traveling to Rio San Juan, Dominican Republic? If you're planning to go to Rio San Juan, we've got some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.
Contents
- When to go to Rio San Juan
- Important essentials for Rio San Juan
- Activities for Rio San Juan
- Rio San Juan in January: weather and what to pack
- Rio San Juan in February: weather and what to pack
- Rio San Juan in March: weather and what to pack
- Rio San Juan in April: weather and what to pack
- Rio San Juan in May: weather and what to pack
- Rio San Juan in June: weather and what to pack
- Rio San Juan in July: weather and what to pack
- Rio San Juan in August: weather and what to pack
- Rio San Juan in September: weather and what to pack
- Rio San Juan in October: weather and what to pack
- Rio San Juan in November: weather and what to pack
- Rio San Juan in December: weather and what to pack

About your travel guide
Hi! I'm Dev. I've traveled all over the world and in my travels, I have made many packing lists. In this series, my team and I have compiled the most useful information, as well as things we couldn't live without, to help you plan your trip.
When to go to Rio San Juan, Dominican Republic
Based on the climate and weather in Rio San Juan, the best time to go is February. See below for details.
Important essentials for Rio San Juan, Dominican Republic
Here are some general tips on what to wear in Rio San Juan, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.
COVID-19 ESSENTIALS FOR 2022
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Kids' KN95 masks
N95 masks are not available for kids. These are a good alternative (and can also be used by adults if N95 masks are not available).
Travel insurance
If you or a companion get COVID-19, your amazing trip can be ruined. Good travel insurance can help. See plans
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N95 masks to use in crowded airports
These N95 masks provide the best level of protection possible.
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Hand sanitizer
This hand sanitizer is an excellent TSA-friendly option.
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A vaccine card protector
Vaccine cards frequently wear out. An unreadable vaccine card can have severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps avoid that.
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Travel disinfecting wipes
Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.
General health necessities
Virus/bacteria filtering water bottle
Some areas may have potentially unsafe tap water, so it's important to have a contaminant filtering water bottle.
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Travel first aid kit
This one is a great one.
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Emergency motion sickness relief
Don't forget these
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For families with young children
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Airplane or car necessities
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Voice and data SIM card
A SIM card that works in Rio San Juan. A good global SIM card works in most countries, but check the country list before buying.
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Plug adapter
A plug adapter that supports outlet types A, B and C. This one should work in most places, but you should check with your hotel.
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Power bank for devices
A portable power bank, like this one
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Money/passport pouch
A money pouch is vital for protecting your passport and credit cards.
What to wear/what to pack for Rio San Juan, Dominican Republic by month
Already know when you're traveling?
January
January is pretty consistently hot. Temperatures average in the 70s F (mid 20s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Bug repellent
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Breatheable shirts
A breathing shirt can keep you comfortable and guard against the sun:
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Skirts
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Sunglasses
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Waterproof sandals
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Cool and dry dresses
These dresses can provide UV protection and keep you cool.
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Loose-fit shorts
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Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
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Insulated water bottle
Our first choice also cleans harmful contaminants:
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If you're going to the beach
February
If you go to Rio San Juan in February, you will notice that it is hot. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the 70s F (mid 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Breatheable shirts
A breathing shirt can keep you comfortable and guard against UV rays:
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Cool and dry dresses
These dresses can provide UV protection and help you stay cool.
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Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
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Waterproof sandals
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Loose-fit shorts
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Bug repellent
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Insulated water bottle
Our first choice also cleans harmful contaminants:
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Skirts
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Sunglasses
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If you're going to the beach
March
Traveling to Rio San Juan in March, you will notice that it is extremely warm. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the high 70s F (mid 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Cool and dry dresses
These dresses include UV protection and cool you.
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Insulated water bottle
Our first choice also removes dangerous contaminants:
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Bug repellent
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Sunglasses
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Breatheable shirts
A breatheable shirt can make you comfortable and guard against the sun:
-
Waterproof sandals
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Skirts
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Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
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Loose-fit shorts
-
If you're going to the beach
April
If you go to Rio San Juan in April, you will notice that it is hot. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the high 70s F (mid 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Bug repellent
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Sunglasses
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Loose-fit shorts
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Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
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Waterproof sandals
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Skirts
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Cool and dry dresses
These dresses to provide UV protection and cool you.
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Breatheable shirts
A cooling shirt can cool you down quickly and guard against skin damage:
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Insulated water bottle
Our choice also removes dangerous contaminants:
-
If you're going to the beach
May
May for Rio San Juan can be very hot. Temperatures average in the high 70s F (mid 20s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Sunglasses
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Waterproof sandals
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Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses to provide UV protection and cool you.
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Bug repellent
-
Skirts
-
Insulated water bottle
Our best choice also cleans dangerous contaminants:
-
Breatheable shirts
A good breatheable shirt can keep you comfortable and guard against skin damage:
-
If you're going to the beach
June
June here can be very hot. Temperatures average in the high 70s F (mid 20s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Insulated water bottle
Our best choice also cleans contaminants:
-
Skirts
-
Sunglasses
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Bug repellent
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses to provide UV protection and cool you.
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Breatheable shirts
A breathing shirt can make you comfortable and guard against UV rays:
-
If you're going to the beach
July
July is extremely hot. Temperatures average in the high 70s F (mid 20s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Insulated water bottle
Our choice also cleans dangerous contaminants:
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Bug repellent
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses can provide UV protection and keep you cool.
-
Sunglasses
-
Skirts
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Breatheable shirts
A good breatheable shirt can make you comfortable and protect you from the sun:
-
If you're going to the beach
August
August can be very hot. Temperatures average in the low 80s F (high 20s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Breatheable shirts
A good breatheable shirt can cool you down quickly and guard against the sun:
-
Bug repellent
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Skirts
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Insulated water bottle
Our first choice also cleans harmful contaminants:
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses can provide UV protection and help you stay cool.
-
Sunglasses
-
Waterproof sandals
-
If you're going to the beach
September
September in Rio San Juan is really hot. Temperatures average in the low 80s F (high 20s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Insulated water bottle
Our favorite also cleans dangerous contaminants:
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Waterproof sandals
-
Breatheable shirts
A breatheable shirt can make you comfortable and guard against UV rays:
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses offer UV protection and cool you.
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Bug repellent
-
Skirts
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Sunglasses
-
If you're going to the beach
October
October here can be sweltering. Temperatures average in the high 70s F (mid 20s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Breatheable shirts
A cooling shirt can cool you down quickly and protect you from UV rays:
-
Bug repellent
-
Insulated water bottle
Our favorite also cleans contaminants:
-
Skirts
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Sunglasses
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses offer UV protection and keep you cool.
-
If you're going to the beach
November
November in Rio San Juan is extremely warm. Temperatures average in the high 70s F (mid 20s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Waterproof sandals
-
Bug repellent
-
Breatheable shirts
A breathing shirt can cool you down quickly and protect you from the sun:
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Sunglasses
-
Insulated water bottle
Our fave also cleans contaminants:
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Skirts
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses can provide UV protection and help you stay cool.
-
If you're going to the beach
December
If you go to Rio San Juan in December, you will notice that it is extremely warm. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the 70s F (mid 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Sunglasses
-
Breatheable shirts
A cooling shirt can make you comfortable and guard against skin damage:
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Insulated water bottle
Our fave also filters harmful contaminants:
-
Bug repellent
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses to provide UV protection and help you stay cool.
-
Skirts
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If you're going to the beach
Activities for Rio San Juan, Dominican Republic
Here are some activity recommendations and activity-specific packing tips for Rio San Juan.
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