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Quick facts about Nicaragua
| Type | Country |
|---|---|
| Continent | North America |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 12°6′53.6″N 86°14′10.3″W (12.1149, -86.2362) |
| Capital | Managua |
| Population | 7.000.000 |
| Area | 50.337 sq mi |
| ISO code | NI |
| ISO 3166-1 alpha-3 | NIC |
| Currency | Nicaraguan cordoba (NIO) |
| Languages | Spanish |
| Calling code | +505 |
| Time zone | America/Managua |
| Local time | 7:56 AM (UTC-06:00) |
| Best months | January, February, March and December |
| Climate | Tropical |
Summary
Nicaragua is a country in North America. Nicaragua is a country in North America with its capital at Managua. It has a population of about 7 million. The capital is Managua.
Right now it is 84°F (29°C) in Nicaragua with overcast. It feels like 88°F. Today runs from 79°F to 92°F. Chance of precipitation is 98%. Sightseeing conditions score 6.5/10 - fair - plan around the weather.
The best time to visit Nicaragua is January, February, March and December. The climate is tropical. June, September and October tend to be the least comfortable months. April is the warmest month with average highs near 95°F, while February is the coldest with lows near 74°F.
In plain terms. Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 92°F is in line with the 90°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 6 PM to 9 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Nicaragua today at 8.4/10. Gusts to 41 mph will push high-sided vehicles on exposed roads and bridges. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
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Coordinates: 12°6′53.6″N 86°14′10.3″W (12.1149, -86.2362)
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Nicaragua?
Nicaragua is a country in North America. Its coordinates are 12.1149, -86.2362. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Nicaragua right now?
It is currently 84°F (29°C) with overcast. Humidity is 67% and wind is 10 mph.
When is the best time to visit Nicaragua?
January, February, March and December offer the most comfortable conditions in Nicaragua, which has a tropical climate. June, September and October are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Nicaragua in?
Nicaragua observes America/Managua (UTC-06:00). The local time is 7:56 AM.
How many people live in Nicaragua?
Nicaragua has a population of approximately 7 million.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (countries-v1) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 25, 2026 at 7:56 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
