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Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Granada.
Granada, Granada Region, Nicaragua, has a stable climate with little temperature variation across the year. Average daytime temperatures hover around 31°C (88°F), peaking in April at 33°C (91°F) and dipping in October to 30°C (86°F).
The city has a wet climate, receiving around 1237 mm (49 in) of rainfall per year. Despite the high annual total, it has a distinct dry season from December to April. October is the wettest month. March is the sunniest month, averaging 9.7 hours of sunshine per day.
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With minimal seasonal shifts, Granada experiences a constant climate year-round. On average, daytime temperatures range from a very warm 33°C (91°F) in April to a very warm 30°C (86°F) in October.
Nighttime temperatures range from 25°C (77°F) in April to 23°C (73°F) in October.
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Granada has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1237 mm (49 in) of rainfall per year. The seasons in Granada bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, October, receives heavy rainfall, with an average of 233 mm (9.2 in) of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 21 rainy days.
In contrast, the driest month, February, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 5.5 mm (0.2 in) over 5 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year. For more details, please visit our Granada Precipitation page.
In Granada, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 9.7 hours in March. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. July sees a soft sun for only 5.1 hours per average day.
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The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Granada.
The city experiences its highest humidity in September, reaching 82%. In April, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 61%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Monthly ratings reflect general weather comfort, based on daytime temperature and rainfall. Swimming and winter conditions are highlighted separately where relevant.
January, February, March and December typically offer the most optimal weather in Granada. In contrast, June, September and October tend to have less optimal conditions. Granada has a distinct dry season from December to April.
Daytime highs range from 30°C (86°F) in October to 33°C (91°F) in April. Nighttime lows range from 23°C (73°F) to 25°C (77°F). Temperatures stay relatively stable year-round.
Annual rainfall is around 1237 mm (49 in). October is the wettest month with 233 mm (9.2 in), while February is the driest with 5.5 mm (0.2 in).
Granada receives around 2,773 hours of sunshine per year. March is the sunniest month with 290 hours, while July is the cloudiest with just 152 hours. Overall, Granada enjoys abundant sunshine.
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