Port-au-Prince swelters year-round with consistently hot temperatures that rarely offer relief, day or night.
Rain arrives predictably from April through October, turning streets into temporary rivers and making waterproof footwear a non-negotiable investment.
Temperatures hover between 25°C and 34°C throughout the year, with the hottest months coinciding inconveniently with peak humidity.
The humidity clings relentlessly, particularly during the wet season when even minimal exertion results in soaked clothing.
Dust from unpaved roads becomes a clothing concern during the dry months, making dark colors more forgiving than crisp whites.
Port-au-Prince operates on a two-season system of wet and dry rather than the four-season cycle, with heat being the one constant throughout the calendar.