Nicaragua Weather Forecast
Nicaragua weather: 75°F, clear. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Nicaragua weather in February
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Climate in Nicaragua month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 90° | 75° | 0,7 in | ★★★★★ |
| February | 91° | 74° | 0,4 in | ★★★★★ |
| March | 94° | 75° | 0,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| April | 95° | 77° | 1,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 94° | 78° | 3,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 87° | 76° | 12,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| July | 89° | 76° | 5,8 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| August | 91° | 77° | 5,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| September | 89° | 76° | 8,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| October | 86° | 75° | 15,2 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 87° | 75° | 8,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 89° | 75° | 1,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
Climate type: Tropical. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
Best time to visit Nicaragua
Go in January, February, March and December. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: June, September and October - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- A packable rain shell - 4 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- Insect repellent and quick-dry fabrics for humidity
- If your dates are flexible, avoid June, September and October - historically the least comfortable months here.
How Nicaragua compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Nicaragua.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Honduras | 150 mi | 72°F | 42°F cooler | 57 in |
| Costa Rica | 210 mi | 69°F | 45°F cooler | 110 in |
| El Salvador | 229 mi | 76°F | 38°F cooler | 60 in |
| Guatemala | 336 mi | 67°F | 47°F cooler | 43 in |
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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 75°F (24°C) with clear. Humidity is 86% and wind is 7 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 1:28 PM.
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. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| 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 October 28, 2026 at 1:28 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
