The climate of Nicaragua
The current climate in Nicaragua features temperatures ranging from a high of 35°C to a low of 31°C throughout the year. 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.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average monthly maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and average monthly rainfall (in millimeters) for Nicaragua.
Temperature records
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.
Rainfall amount
On average, Nicaragua receives 1328 mm of precipitation each year. For comparison, New York gets 1142 mm of precipitation annually.
The hurricane season in Nicaragua runs from June to November.
The climate in Nicaragua is based on weather data from Managua. Other spots might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Nicaragua to get the 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 nice 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.
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Climate Table of Nicaragua
The climate table of Nicaragua shows the average temperatures, rainfall, and UV index per month. The table provides an overview of the average day and night temperatures in degrees Celsius, the total amount of rainfall in millimeters, the total snowfall in centimeters, and the UV index for each month. Rainfall 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.
Temperature charts
These charts display the average temperatures in Nicaragua. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Average Temperature per Month in Nicaragua
Yearly Temperature in Nicaragua
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in Nicaragua. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail. The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Average Precipitation per Month in Nicaragua
Total Yearly Precipitation in Nicaragua
UV index chart
This chart 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.
Average UV Index per Month in Nicaragua
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.
Sophie Bijleveld
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.
Pien NijssenNovember 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.
WesselRain showers fell, but they made the area more crowded. An ideal place for sunbathing.
LuukAnyway, this country has a dry month, ideal for beach and sun lovers.
JipIt was warm but not too hot and it did not rain. Ideal for relaxing on the beach and exploring the beautiful nature.
GeertUnfortunately, October in Nicaragua is marked by heavy rain, making sunbathing difficult. However, the temperature is pleasant, around 27 degrees. Ideal for indoor activities.
FleurAlthough there were occasional short and heavy showers, they never lasted long. The high temperatures and sunshine more than compensated.
DanaAlthough there were many sunny moments, there was also quite a bit of rain. Nevertheless, the warm temperatures made swimming in the sea fun.
BenteJune in Nicaragua was breathtakingly beautiful, with warm, sunny weather and blue skies, but sudden tropical rainstorms sometimes caused problems.
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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.