The month in detail
What to expect in February
February is peak dry season in Granada. The air is warm and humidity more bearable than in the rainy season. Rain is virtually absent (7% of days) — ideal for planning without a backup. Not the best window, but acceptable if dates are constrained. January (6.1/10) is significantly better if possible.
February ranks 2 out of 12 months in Granada. Compared to January: +2°F daytime.
This month's conditions
What it's like in February
UV index
8 · very high
protection essential
Feels like
muggy at times
20°
Daylight
11.6h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 25
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Is February the right month?
The best month in Granada is January (6.1/10), 0.1 pt higher than February.
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Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.
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What you need to know before you go
Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a tropical stay.
Country · Nicaragua
🗣️LanguageSpanish
💶CurrencyCórdoba nicaraguayen (C$)
🚗DrivingRight-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘVery safe · 1/5
💰Cost of living ⓘCheap · 2/5
🌡️ Climate
🌍Climate typeTropical
📈Climate trend ⓘStable
🔥Hottest monthApril · 91°F
❄️Coolest monthNovember · 84°F
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘSeptember · 70%
🏝️ Tropical stay
🌞Dry season ⓘMay → Sep
🌧️Wet season ⓘDec → Mar
🌀Cyclones ⓘSeason Nov-Apr
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Location
Where is Granada ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
NicaraguaTropical climate with a 6.1 → 4.6 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
11.93°N · 85.96°W
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Granada?
January is the best month with 86°F highs, 75°F lows, 8.1h of sunshine and 8.0% rainy days.
How many hours of sunshine does Granada get in January?
Granada averages 8.1 sunshine hours per day in January. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 6.0/10.
What is the rainiest month in Granada?
September is the most unfavourable month with September has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Granada in January?
In January, overnight lows reach 75°F, while afternoon highs average 86°F.
Is Granada good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Granada scores 5.9/10 on average — Acceptable conditions for cultural visits.. The best month overall remains January with a score of 6.0/10.
When should you avoid Granada?
September is the most difficult month to visit Granada, with September has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Do you need sun protection in Granada in February?
The average UV index reaches 8 in February in Granada (very high), with about 11.6h of daylight. Protection essential.