Nicaragua Weather Forecast
Nicaragua weather: 81°F, partly cloudy. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Will it rain in Nicaragua?
Yes - rain is likely in Nicaragua today.
A 88% chance means rain is expected over most of the area. Plan indoor alternatives.
Over the next 7 days, about 0,2 in of precipitation is forecast, with the wettest days falling on Wed.
The next 7 days look unusually dry - roughly 6% of a normal October week (0,2 in against 3,5 in).
16-day forecast for Nicaragua
Daily highs and lows, precipitation and UV.
| Day | Conditions | High / Low | Precip | Wind | UV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wed, Oct 21 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 89° / 76° | 88% · 0,0 in | 10 mph | 7 |
| Thu, Oct 22 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 89° / 75° | 12% · 0,0 in | 11 mph | 8 |
| Fri, Oct 23 | ☁️ Overcast | 88° / 76° | 8% | 10 mph | 8 |
| Sat, Oct 24 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 87° / 75° | 36% · 0,1 in | 10 mph | 8 |
| Sun, Oct 25 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 87° / 74° | 39% · 0,1 in | 6 mph | 8 |
| Mon, Oct 26 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 87° / 74° | 27% · 0,0 in | 7 mph | 8 |
| Tue, Oct 27 | ☁️ Overcast | 87° / 75° | 6% | 10 mph | 8 |
| Wed, Oct 28 | 🌥️ Fog | 87° / 73° | 6% | 7 mph | 8 |
| Thu, Oct 29 | ⛅ Partly cloudy | 89° / 74° | 9% | 9 mph | 8 |
| Fri, Oct 30 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 90° / 75° | 22% · 0,0 in | 9 mph | 8 |
| Sat, Oct 31 | ☁️ Overcast | 90° / 75° | 44% | 11 mph | 8 |
| Sun, Nov 1 | ⛈️ Thunderstorm | 89° / 76° | 57% · 0,4 in | 8 mph | 8 |
| Mon, Nov 2 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 85° / 76° | 76% · 0,3 in | 9 mph | 8 |
| Tue, Nov 3 | ⛈️ Thunderstorm | 87° / 76° | 68% · 0,1 in | 11 mph | 8 |
| Wed, Nov 4 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 86° / 76° | 69% · 0,2 in | 10 mph | 8 |
| Thu, Nov 5 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 87° / 74° | 83% · 0,1 in | 7 mph | 8 |
What this means for Nicaragua
Today is about average for October. The forecast high of 89°F is in line with the 86°F typical for this month.
A 88% chance means rain is expected over most of the area. Plan indoor alternatives.
Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Within 15 degrees of the equator, day length barely changes all year; seasons are defined by rain, not temperature.
Northern Hemisphere, so peak summer falls in June to August.
The gap between the warmest and coldest month averages 38°F - an unusually even climate through the year.
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- Insect repellent and quick-dry fabrics for humidity
- If your dates are flexible, avoid June, September and October - historically the least comfortable months here.
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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 81°F (27°C) with partly cloudy. Humidity is 81% 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 2:53 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. |
|---|---|
| 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 22, 2026 at 2:53 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
