Climate of Managua, Nicaragua
Area-weighted average across Managua. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Managua, a subdivision of Nicaragua, has a consistently warm climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 25.1°C / 77.2°F in December to 27.9°C / 82.2°F in April, with rainfall from 5 mm / 0.2 in to 280 mm / 11 in depending on the season (1385 mm / 54.5 in total across the year). See the city listed below for point-value climate at specific locations — these often differ from the area-weighted average, especially in geographically diverse subdivisions.
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 25.2°C77.4°F | 8 mm0.3″ | Sunny & Hot, Sunny & Warm |
| February | 25.9°C78.6°F | 5 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Hot, Sunny & Warm |
| March | 27.1°C80.8°F | 8 mm0.3″ | Sunny & Hot |
| April | 27.9°C82.2°F | 23 mm0.9″ | Sunny & Hot |
| May | 27.8°C82°F | 156 mm6.1″ | Tropical |
| June | 26.3°C79.3°F | 257 mm10.1″ | Tropical |
| July | 26.3°C79.3°F | 126 mm5″ | Tropical |
| August | 26.2°C79.2°F | 162 mm6.4″ | Tropical |
| September | 25.9°C78.6°F | 278 mm10.9″ | Tropical |
| October | 25.9°C78.6°F | 280 mm11″ | Tropical |
| November | 25.3°C77.5°F | 69 mm2.7″ | — |
| December | 25.1°C77.2°F | 13 mm0.5″ | Sunny & Hot, Sunny & Warm |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Managua?
The best months to visit Managua, Nicaragua for sunny, dry weather are January, February, March, April, December. The warmest month is April at an area-wide average of 27.9°C / 82.2°F, and the driest is February with about 5 mm / 0.2 in of rainfall.
What is the climate of Managua?
Managua, Nicaragua has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 25.1°C / 77.2°F in December to 27.9°C / 82.2°F in April. Annual rainfall averages about 1385 mm / 54.5 in, with the wettest month being October (280 mm / 11 in) and the driest February (5 mm / 0.2 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Managua?
The hottest month in Managua is April, with an area-wide average temperature of 27.9°C / 82.2°F.
What is the coldest month in Managua?
The coldest month in Managua is December, with an area-wide average temperature of 25.1°C / 77.2°F.
When does it rain most in Managua?
The wettest month in Managua is October, averaging about 280 mm / 11 in of rainfall. The driest is February with about 5 mm / 0.2 in.