SANTO DOMINGO – An unseasonable cold snap has descended upon the Dominican Republic, with meteorologists attributing the phenomenon to a persistent polar air mass. According to expert analysis from Jean Suriel, the unusually cool conditions are forecast to extend through the final week of 2025, marking a notably chilly conclusion to the year.
Substantial temperature drops have been recorded nationwide, with the mountainous interior experiencing the most severe conditions. The town of Constanza registered a brisk 7°C (approximately 45°F) in the early morning hours, while the high-altitude region of Valle Nuevo reported temperatures dipping below freezing. Other elevated areas consistently saw readings between 9°C and 13°C (48°F to 55°F).
The Cibao region in the north witnessed lows ranging from 13°C to 17°C (55°F to 63°F). Notably, the cooling effect has even reached the typically warmer southern coastal zones, where overnight and early morning temperatures have fallen to between 18°C and 22°C (64°F to 72°F). This pattern underscores the extensive reach of the current meteorological system, affecting populations and agriculture across diverse climatic zones of the country.