Temperatures in January
It's hot in January in Nicaragua with an average temperature of 33°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 32°C to a high of 34°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 22°C and 23°C.
Max and Min Temperatures per Day
This chart shows the daily maximum and minimum temperatures in degrees Celsius for Nicaragua in January. The red line indicates the max temperatures, and the blue line shows the minimums.
Start of January
The month of January starts in Nicaragua with hot temperatures, averaging around 33°C during the day and nights close to 23°C. You won’t see any precipitation in the first days of the month, it’s all sunny skies. Breezy clothes like shorts or a dress, plus a hat and sunglasses, are ideal.
Mid-January
By mid-January, the average daytime temperature stays the same at 33°C, with nights close to 23°C. No precipitation expected during this period, so you can enjoy plenty of sunshine. Breezy clothes like shorts or a dress, plus a hat and sunglasses, are ideal.
End of January
By the end of January, the average daytime temperature in Nicaragua will be around 34°C, with nights close to 23°C. No precipitation expected, with plenty of sunshine on the horizon. Breezy clothes like shorts or a dress, plus a hat and sunglasses, are ideal.
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Precipitation in January
According to weather history, there is only 1,5 mm of precipitation in January. The wind speed is around 5 Bft, mostly coming from the East.
The average chance of precipitation is only 2% in January.
Precipitation Chance
This chart shows the daily precipitation chance (in percentages) in January for Nicaragua. 0% means it never rained on that day in the past 10 years, and 100% means it rained every day. All values in between represent the average chance of precipitation on that day.
Nicaragua in January |
UK | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
33°C | 8°C | |
 High Temp |
34°C | 9°C | |
| Low Temp |
32°C | 6°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
1,5 mm | 58 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
1 day | 9 days | |
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 9 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Is January a good time to visit Nicaragua?
January is a fantastic month to be in Nicaragua for sunny weather. You’ll get high temperatures and little chance of rain this month.
Temperature records for Nicaragua in January
With 38°C, Nicaragua hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in January 2021. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 30°C in 2017. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of 18°C to a high of 26°C.
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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.
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Daily Temperature in January in Nicaragua
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in January in Nicaragua, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Daily Precipitation in January in Nicaragua
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in January for Nicaragua, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for January, you can expect about 1 day of rain in Nicaragua.
Daily UV Index in January in Nicaragua
This chart shows the average daily UV index in January in Nicaragua, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in January in Nicaragua Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in January in Nicaragua, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in January in Nicaragua Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in January in Nicaragua, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Daily climate in January for Nicaragua
Click on a specific day in January for detailed info on the typical weather on that day in Nicaragua. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
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Average Weather in Nicaragua by Month
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