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Furthermore, we analyzed all climate data and provide a recommendation about which months are best to visit Nicaragua for your holiday.
Climate Overview
20 °C to 34 °C
0.12 – 11.02 in (0 – 15 Days of Rain)Show temperatures in degree
Geographical location
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Nicaragua is a state in Central America bordering Honduras to the north and Costa Rica to the south.
Nicaragua’s west coast lies on the Pacific Ocean, where the country’s most important conurbations are located, while the eastern side of the Caribbean is very sparsely populated in many places.
Nicaragua owes its nickname “Land of a Thousand Volcanoes” to numerous active volcanoes that extend parallel to the Pacific coast, especially inland. The highest elevation is Pico Mogotón in the north at around 2440 metres.
The geography of the country is also characterised by two large lakes. Lake Nicaragua with several islands is the largest and lies in the southwestern part of the country. The capital of Nicaragua is Managua on Lake Managua in the west.
Climate in Nicaragua
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Nicaragua has a tropical or humid-warm climate with only minor temperature fluctuations. The coastal regions are quite constant at 30 °C to 34 °C day temperature and 20 °C to 23 °C night temperature. The hottest months are April and May, when temperatures of up to 39 °C can be reached on particularly hot days. Temperatures are also expected to fall with rising altitudes, with mountain regions reaching daytime temperatures of around 25 °C.
There is a clear difference in rainfall between the Caribbean and the Pacific lowlands. In general, the Caribbean coast is humid all year round, while the highlands and the Pacific coast are not affected by the rainy trade winds. The dry season begins around mid-November and lasts until the end of April, but on the Caribbean coast only from the beginning of February to the end of April.
The rainy months are September and October, generally the rainy season in Nicaragua runs from the beginning of May to the end of October.
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Best Time to Visit Nicaragua: Overview
JanuaryJan Best time to traveltime PerfectPerf. climate in Managua | FebruaryFeb Best time to traveltime PerfectPerf. climate in Managua | MarchMar Best time to traveltime PerfectPerf. climate in Managua | AprilApr Best time to traveltime PerfectPerf. climate in Managua | MayMay Very hot (average up to 29 °C) | JuneJun Up to 8.82 in of rainof rain |
JulyJul TemperaturesTemp. up to 31 °C | AugustAug TemperaturesTemp. up to 31 °C | SeptemberSep Up to 8.46 in of rainof rain | OctoberOct Up to 11.06 in of rainof rain | NovemberNov Best time to traveltime PerfectPerf. climate in Managua | DecemberDec Best time to traveltime PerfectPerf. climate in Managua |
When to go to Nicaragua?
The best time to visit Nicaragua is during the dry season from November to April. At the end of the dry season, however, it can get very hot. In the months January to March there is almost no precipitation in Nicaragua’s west, but day temperatures of 34 °C and above. If you want to visit the rainforests in the Caribbean lowlands, we recommend February to April as the best time to travel.
In the rainy season from June to November a trip to Nicaragua is not recommended. Although the low season offers are attractive, the travel experience is clouded in many places by the unstable weather. Backpackers and long-term travellers can take this risk, but “normal” Nicaraguan travellers with stays of around two weeks should rather trust the best travel time. There is also the risk of hurricanes between July and October.
Climate Chart Nicaragua
Managua
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Source of Data: German Weather Service (Offenbach) and Wikipedia
Climate Table Nicaragua
In the following, you will find the climate table for Nicaragua, containing information about Temperatures, Precipitation, and Hours of Sunshine.Temperatures, Precipitation, Sunshine in Managua (Nicaragua)
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Day Temperature | 31° | 32° | 34° | 34° | 34° | 31° | 31° | 31° | 31° | 31° | 31° | 31° |
| Night Temperature | 20° | 21° | 22° | 23° | 23° | 23° | 23° | 22° | 22° | 22° | 21° | 20° |
| Precipitation (inch) | 0.35 | 0.2 | 0.12 | 0.31 | 5.12 | 8.82 | 5.67 | 5.35 | 8.46 | 11.02 | 1.65 | 0.31 |
| Rainy days | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 11 | 13 | 15 | 15 | 15 | 15 | 5 | 0 |
| Hours of Sunshine | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 7 | 6 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 7 | 8 | 8 |
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Temperatures
The annual average temperature in Managua is 27.3 °C.For comparison: London 11 °C, NYC 12 °C, LA 17.9 °C
Warmest month: April (29.3 °C)
Coldest month: December (26.2 °C)
Precipitation
Overall annual precipitation: 47.4 inch on 90 rainy daysFor comparison: London 24.06 in, NYC 41.57 in, LA 12.01 in
Rainy season (months with more than 6.9 in of precipitation): June, September, and October
Overall precipitation in the rainy season: 28.31 in
You cannot expect snow in any month in Managua.
Sunshine
As our climate table shows, March is the sunniest month with an average of 9.4 hours of sunshine per day. Over the year, there are 7.6 hours of sunshine per day on average. For comparison: London has 4.1, NYC has 7 and LA has 8.9 hours of sunshine per day on average.Highlights and Attractions
Nicaragua is an ideal country for round trips and can also be easily travelled by rental car. Even among Central American experts, Nicaragua is still a kind of insider tip and far from mass tourism. Enjoy the colonial flair of León and Granada, marvel at the picturesque lagoons on the Pacific or go on a voyage of discovery through adventurous cloud forests.
Also the Isla de Ometepe on Lake Nicaragua should not be missing on your route and can be combined wonderfully with a climb of the active Masaya volcano. From the hot springs in Aguas Termales to extensive bird watching in the jungle to the enchanting beaches of Salinas Grandes, Nicaragua will captivate you. Longer tours can also be combined with Costa Rica and Panama!
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Live a unique experience exploring a city full of history, culture, stunning landscapes, its majestic lake, warm-hearted people, and vibrant corners full of life, before and after the earthquake.
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Current Weather in Managua
broken clouds, 28.7 °CClouds: 81 % Wind: 4 mph W
Air Pressure: 1010 hPa Humidity: 63 %
Air Pressure: 1010 hPa Humidity: 63 %
Last updated: 3rd Nov 2026, 08:06 pm
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| 19 °C to 27 °C | 25 °C to 29 °C | 25 °C to 30 °C | 25 °C to 31 °C | 25 °C to 31 °C | 23 °C to 30 °C |
| Clouds: 100 % | Clouds: 100 % | Clouds: 100 % | Clouds: 91 % | Clouds: 68 % | Clouds: 86 % |
| 0.5 in of rain | 0.09 in of rain | 0.07 in of rain | 0.09 in of rain | 0.08 in of rain | 0.01 in of rain |
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Hottest Month
April: 34 °C
Day Temperature in Managua
April: 34 °CDay Temperature in Managua
Coldest Month
December: 20 °C
Night Temperature in Managua
December: 20 °CNight Temperature in Managua
Rainiest Month
October: 11.02 in
Rain in Managua
October: 11.02 inRain in Managua
Driest Month
March: 0.12 in
Rain in Managua
March: 0.12 inRain in Managua
Sunniest Month
March: 9.4 hours/day
Sunshine in Managua
March: 9.4 hours/daySunshine in Managua
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Distances to Nicaragua
| London | New York | Los Angeles | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Managua | 5400 mi | 2110 mi | 2530 mi |
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Nicaragua: Experiences of our Visitors
The weather was a smooth 1. I was in Granada for 3 weeks and the sun was shining brightly throughout at 27-30 degrees. One day there was a two-minute drizzle.
Weather Rating: 5 stars – Excellent
I was in the town of Diriamba. The temperature was between 30°C (during the day) and 21°C (at night). There was also very strong wind at night. Without rain, much sunshine
Weather Rating: 4 stars – Good