Climate of North Caribbean Coast, Nicaragua
Area-weighted average across North Caribbean Coast. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
North Caribbean Coast, a subdivision of Nicaragua, has a tropical climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 23.7°C / 74.7°F in January to 26.6°C / 79.9°F in May, with rainfall from 52 mm / 2 in to 407 mm / 16 in depending on the season (2533 mm / 99.7 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 | 23.7°C74.7°F | 141 mm5.6″ | Tropical |
| February | 24°C75.2°F | 68 mm2.7″ | — |
| March | 25.2°C77.4°F | 52 mm2″ | — |
| April | 26°C78.8°F | 67 mm2.6″ | — |
| May | 26.6°C79.9°F | 197 mm7.8″ | Tropical |
| June | 25.6°C78.1°F | 354 mm13.9″ | Tropical |
| July | 25.6°C78.1°F | 407 mm16″ | Tropical |
| August | 25.4°C77.7°F | 328 mm12.9″ | Tropical |
| September | 25.7°C78.3°F | 273 mm10.7″ | Tropical |
| October | 25.7°C78.3°F | 280 mm11″ | Tropical |
| November | 24.7°C76.5°F | 206 mm8.1″ | Tropical |
| December | 23.8°C74.8°F | 160 mm6.3″ | Tropical |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit North Caribbean Coast?
North Caribbean Coast, Nicaragua does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is May at 26.6°C / 79.9°F, and the driest is March at 52 mm / 2 in — likely your best travel window. For city-level detail, see the cities section below.
What is the climate of North Caribbean Coast?
North Caribbean Coast, Nicaragua has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 23.7°C / 74.7°F in January to 26.6°C / 79.9°F in May. Annual rainfall averages about 2533 mm / 99.7 in, with the wettest month being July (407 mm / 16 in) and the driest March (52 mm / 2 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in North Caribbean Coast?
The hottest month in North Caribbean Coast is May, with an area-wide average temperature of 26.6°C / 79.9°F.
What is the coldest month in North Caribbean Coast?
The coldest month in North Caribbean Coast is January, with an area-wide average temperature of 23.7°C / 74.7°F.
When does it rain most in North Caribbean Coast?
The wettest month in North Caribbean Coast is July, averaging about 407 mm / 16 in of rainfall. The driest is March with about 52 mm / 2 in.