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Chinandega Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide

Chinandega has relatively stable weather with very warm temperatures. It also has a notably wet climate with much precipitation. Now, let’s break down all the climate details for a clearer picture.

Average maximum day and minimum night temperature

The temperature in Chinandega remains steady throughout the year, providing a consistently very warm climate. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a very warm 35°C in March, the warmest time of the year, to a very warm 31°C during cooler months like October.

At night, temperatures typically drop to an average of around 24°C during these months. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.

Temperature ranges by month

Precipitation and rainy days

Chinandega has a relatively rainy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1810 mm of rainfall annually. Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. During the wetter season, October receives heavy rainfall, averaging 374 mm of precipitation, recorded across 21 rainy days. In contrast, the drier season, February brings less rainfall, with 3.1 mm over 2 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Chinandega Precipitation page.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow

The average number of days each month with precipitation

Sunshine over the year

While the amount of sunshine in Chinandega varies throughout the year, all seasons offer their own charm. Enjoy up to 8.8 hours of daily sun in January, and experience slightly darker atmosphere in June, with about 5.6 hours of daily sunlight. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

Average wind speed

The mean wind speed over the year ranges from 1 m/s in June, July, August, September, October and November to 2 m/s in January, February, March, April, May and December.

The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)

Forecast for Chinandega

Tue   Jan 14
36°C | 22°C
NE 3 m/s
broken clouds and no rain

broken clouds and no rain

hourly forecast
Wed   Jan 15
36°C | 21°C
NE 3 m/s
clear and no rain

clear and no rain

hourly forecast
Thu   Jan 16
36°C | 21°C
NE 3 m/s
almost clear and no rain

almost clear and no rain

hourly forecast
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Select a Month of Interest

Check the conditions for any month of the year.

The best time of year to visit Chinandega in Nicaragua

Chinandega has high temperatures year round ranging between 31°C and 34°C.
The best time to visit is during the drier months: January, February, March, April and December.

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • When is the rainy season in Chinandega?
    Rainy season in Chinandega occurs in the months of May, June, August, September and October.
  • Does Chinandega have a dry season?
    Yes, the months of January, February, March and December are very dry.
  • Which is the hottest month in Chinandega?
    March has an average maximum temperature of 35°C and is the hottest month of the year.
  • Which is the coolest month in Chinandega?
    The coolest month is October with an average maximum temperature of 31°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Chinandega?
    October tops the wettest month list with 374 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Chinandega?
    February is the driest month with 3 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Chinandega?
    January is the sunniest month with an average of 265 hours of sunshine.

    • No idea where to travel to this year? We have a tool that recommends destinations based on your ideal conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.

     

     


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