Nicaragua, NicaraguaQuick decision
When to visit Nicaragua?
🌞 Best time overall
January
🌡️ Optimal temperature
72°F–90°F in January
🌧 Least rain
10% rainy days in January
🌧 Wettest month
May (67%)
📅 Best score
8.2/10
By trip type
Best time by type of trip
VolcanoesNovember–April — Masaya at night, Cerro Negro sandboarding, Ometepe.
Pacific BeachesNovember–April — San Juan del Sur, surfing and pristine beaches.
Colonial GranadaNovember–April — colourful architecture, isletas and cathedral.
Corn IslandsMarch–May — Little Corn Island, diving and Caribbean vibes.
Monthly climate data
Nicaragua weather month by month
| Month | Min °F | Max °F | Rainy days (%) | Precip. in/d | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ January | 72°F | 90°F | 10% | 0.0in | 11.2h | 8.2/10 |
| ☀️ February | 72°F | 90°F | 10% | 0.0in | 11.6h | 8.2/10 |
| ☀️ March | 73°F | 93°F | 8% | 0.0in | 11.9h | 7.6/10 |
| ☀️ April | 75°F | 93°F | 19% | 0.0in | 11.9h | 7.4/10 |
| ⛅ May | 75°F | 91°F | 67% | 0.3in | 11.8h | 7.0/10 |
| 🌦️ June | 75°F | 86°F | 86% | 0.3in | 10.5h | 7.0/10 |
| ⛅ July | 75°F | 88°F | 68% | 0.1in | 11.8h | 7.2/10 |
| ⛅ August | 75°F | 88°F | 79% | 0.2in | 11.4h | 7.0/10 |
| 🌦️ September | 75°F | 86°F | 88% | 0.3in | 10.9h | 7.0/10 |
| 🌦️ October | 73°F | 86°F | 88% | 0.5in | 10.2h | 7.0/10 |
| 🌤️ November | 73°F | 86°F | 57% | 0.2in | 11.0h | 7.3/10 |
| 🌤️ December | 73°F | 88°F | 28% | 0.0in | 11.0h | 7.9/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
Source: Open-Meteo · 10 years
🌴 Tropical destination — heavy rain months benefit from an algorithmic adjustment: tropical showers are intense but brief and usually don't ruin a trip.
Seasonal breakdown
What to expect each season
🌸 Spring (Mar–May) — Good time
Average 34°F, 31% rainy days, 11.9h sunshine/day. Score: 7.3/10.
☀️ Summer (Jun–Aug) — Good time
Average 31°F, 78% rainy days, 11.2h sunshine/day. Score: 7.1/10.
🍂 Autumn (Sep–Nov) — Good time
Average 30°F, 78% rainy days, 10.7h sunshine/day. Score: 7.1/10.
❄️ Winter (Dec–Feb) — Good time
Average 32°F, 16% rainy days, 11.3h sunshine/day. Score: 8.1/10.
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FAQ
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January is ideal with 10% rainy days and 32°F. The months of January & February offer comparable conditions.
May is the wettest month with 67% rainy days.
Yes, January is the best month with an average of 32°F.
In winter, the average score is 8.1/10. Acceptable conditions for cultural visits.
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