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El Gigante Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit El Gigante.
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Climate overview of El Gigante
El Gigante, Rivas Region, Nicaragua, has a stable climate with little temperature variation across the year. Average daytime temperatures hover around 30°C (86°F), peaking in April at 31°C (88°F) and dipping in October to 29°C (84°F).
With around 1363 mm (54 in) of annual rainfall, El Gigante has a notably wet climate. However, this rainfall is not evenly distributed, the city has a distinct dry season from December to April. The wettest month is October. The sunniest month is March, with 8.3 hours of sunshine per day on average.
El Gigante Weather by Month
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in El Gigante - and find the best time to visit.
Monthly Temperature in El Gigante
With minimal seasonal shifts, El Gigante experiences a constant climate year-round. Average daytime temperatures reach a very warm 31°C (88°F) in April. In October, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a comfortable 29°C (84°F).
At night, temperatures range from around 26°C (79°F) in April to 24°C (75°F) in October.
Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in El Gigante
El Gigante has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1363 mm (54 in) of rainfall per year. El Gigante can be quite wet during October, receiving approximately 287 mm (11 in) of precipitation over 21 rainy days.
In contrast, during the driest month (March), you will experience much drier conditions, with 3.5 mm (0.1 in) of precipitation spread across 5 rainy days. For more details, please visit our El Gigante Precipitation page.
The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine Hours in El Gigante
El Gigante can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of March under a blue sky, with approximately 8.3 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in June, with only 4.0 hours of sunlight per day.
Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.
Monthly hours of sunshine
Data from: San Juan del Sur, Nicaragua (23 KM, 14 Miles).
Daily hours of sunshine
Data from: San Juan del Sur, Nicaragua (23 KM, 14 Miles).
Wind Speed in El Gigante
The mean wind speed varies between 2 m/s (4 knots) and 4 m/s (8 knots) throughout the year. It is lowest in May, June, July, August, September, October and November and highest during January. What does this mean?
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
Data from: San Juan del Sur, Nicaragua (23 KM, 14 Miles).
Best Time to Visit El Gigante
Conditions in El Gigante are generally most comfortable in January, November and December. They are typically least comfortable in June, September and October.
Monthly ratings reflect general weather comfort, based on daytime temperature and rainfall. Swimming and winter conditions are highlighted separately where relevant.
Jan
excellent
Feb
very good
Mar
very good
Apr
very good
May
mixed
Jun
very wet
Jul
mixed
Aug
mixed
Sep
very wet
Oct
very wet
Nov
excellent
Dec
excellent
- Best overall: January, November and December
- Warmest weather: March, April, May, June, July and August
- Most sunshine: March
- Fewest rainy days: January, February and March
- Wettest months: May, June, July, August, September and October, when rainfall is highest.
- Seasonal pattern: A distinct dry season from December to April
Frequently asked questions about the climate in El Gigante
What is the best time to visit El Gigante?
January, November and December typically offer the most optimal weather in El Gigante. In contrast, June, September and October tend to have less optimal conditions. El Gigante has a distinct dry season from December to April.
What temperatures can I expect in El Gigante?
Daytime highs range from 29°C (84°F) in October to 31°C (88°F) in April. Nighttime lows range from 24°C (75°F) to 26°C (79°F). Temperatures stay relatively stable year-round.
How much rain does El Gigante get?
Annual rainfall is around 1363 mm (54 in). October is the wettest month with 287 mm (11 in), while March is the driest with 3.5 mm (0.1 in).
How sunny is El Gigante?
El Gigante receives around 2,210 hours of sunshine per year. March is the sunniest month with 250 hours, while June is the cloudiest with just 120 hours. Overall, El Gigante enjoys abundant sunshine.
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