What’s the climate like in Nicaragua?
The current climate of Nicaragua features average monthly temperatures ranging from highs of 35°C during the day to lows of 31°C. The average yearly temperature is around 33°C. At night, temperatures in the colder months average around 22°C and in the warmer months around 24°C.
The highest temperature recorded in Nicaragua in recent years was 39°C in April 2023. The lowest daytime temperature recorded was 24°C in October 2018.
On average, Nicaragua receives 1328 mm of precipitation each year. For comparison, UK gets 701 mm of precipitation annually.
The hurricane season in Nicaragua runs from June to November.
The climate of Nicaragua is based on weather data from Managua. Other locations might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Nicaragua for a full picture of the climate.
Best time to visit Nicaragua?
The best time to visit Nicaragua for sunny weather is January through April, July and December. During this period, you'll have good temperatures and not too much rain, making it a great time to visit Nicaragua. In the other months of the year, there's too much rain or the temperature isn't ideal for a visit if you want sunny and pleasant weather.
Climate Table of Nicaragua
The climate table of Nicaragua shows the average temperatures, precipitation, and UV index per month. The table gives an overview of the average day and night temperatures in degrees Celsius, the total amount of precipitation in millimetres, the total snowfall in centimetres, and the UV index for each month. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail.
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| Temp. max (°C) | 33 | 33 | 33 | 35 | 33 | 33 | 32 | 33 | 31 | 31 | 32 | 32 |
| Temp. min (°C) | 22 | 22 | 23 | 24 | 24 | 25 | 24 | 24 | 23 | 24 | 23 | 23 |
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| Precipitation (mm) | 1,5 | 7,4 | 26 | 25 | 187 | 192 | 83 | 136 | 212 | 313 | 126 | 19 |
| UV Index | 8 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 7 | 7 | 8 |
Click on the month name to see more weather details, like daily averages, temperatures, and precipitation for the past years in that month.
- Average yearly temperature: 33°C
- Highest temperature: 35°C in April
- Lowest temperature: 31°C in September and October
- Precipitation: 1328 mm per year, averaging 111 mm per month
- Driest months: 1,5 mm in January, 7,4 mm in February and 19 mm in December
- Wettest months: 313 mm in October, 212 mm in September and 192 mm in June
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Weather experiences in Nicaragua
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Average Temperature per Month in Nicaragua
This graph shows the average maximum temperatures per month in Nicaragua. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and the average is calculated based on the recorded temperatures per month from past years.
Average Precipitation per Month in Nicaragua
This graph shows how much precipitation Nicaragua gets on average per month. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail. This makes it easy to compare how much has fallen, regardless of the form of precipitation. The amount of precipitation is measured in millimetres and the average is calculated based on the recorded precipitation per month from past years.
Average UV Index per Month in Nicaragua
This graph shows the average UV index per month in Nicaragua. The UV index indicates the intensity of ultraviolet radiation and ranges from 0 to a maximum of 11.
Yearly Temperature in Nicaragua
This graph shows the average yearly temperature in Nicaragua. The yearly temperature, expressed in degrees Celsius, is the average of all twelve monthly temperatures summed up for that year.
Total Yearly Precipitation in Nicaragua
This chart shows the total yearly precipitation in Nicaragua over the past few years. The total yearly precipitation, measured in millimetres, is the sum of all the rain that fell in the twelve months of that year.
Weather experiences in Nicaragua
The weather in Nicaragua is rated an average of 3,8 out of 5 stars by 9 visitors. Have you been to Nicaragua? Share your weather experience to help other visitors.
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One drawback were the many short, sudden showers, but they also provided a pleasant cool down. Overall, I have a mixed impression of the weather.— This text is automatically translated to English
November in Nicaragua offered pleasant weather with plenty of sunshine and warm temperatures, ideal for beach days and walks. Sporadic rainfall reduced the estimate, however, as it disrupted outdoor activities in some places.— This text is automatically translated to English
Rain showers fell, but made the area more crowded. An ideal place for sunbathing.— This text is automatically translated to English
Anyway, this country has a dry month, ideal for beach and sun worshippers.— This text is automatically translated to English
It was warm but not too hot and it did not rain. Ideal for relaxing on the beach and exploring the beautiful countryside.— This text is automatically translated to English
Unfortunately, October in Nicaragua is marked by heavy rain, making sunbathing difficult. However, the temperature is pleasant, around 27 degrees. Ideal for indoor activities.— This text is automatically translated to English
Although there were occasional short and heavy showers, they never lasted long. The high temperatures and sunshine more than compensated for this.— This text is automatically translated to English
Although there were many sunny moments, there was also quite a bit of rain. Nevertheless, the warm temperatures made swimming in the sea fun.— This text is automatically translated to English
June in Nicaragua was breathtakingly beautiful, with warm, sunny weather and blue skies, but sudden tropical rainstorms sometimes caused problems.— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average Weather in Nicaragua by Month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Nicaragua. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
