Leon Region Weather & Climate: Nicaragua

Climate by month across Leon Region, Nicaragua, average temperatures, rainfall and the best time to visit.

Climate overview of Leon Region

Leon Region in Nicaragua sees its peak temperatures in April (35°C (95°F)) and its coolest in October (31°C (88°F)). For a full breakdown of what to expect throughout the year, we've put together a climate overview based on data from León, the region's most visited city. For more detailed climate information about other cities in the area, please see the section beneath the map further down the page.

The climate in Leon Region, particularly in León, is characterized by consistently high temperatures, with average maximums never falling below 31°C (88°F).

The peak of the heat usually falls in February, March and April.

When it comes to rainfall, Leon Region sees significant variations throughout the year. October tends to be the wettest, receiving 359 mm (14 in) of rain, while February is much drier with just 2 mm (0.1 in). Travelers should note that the rainy season falls during May, June, August, September and October, bringing substantial precipitation ranging from 195 mm (7.7 in) to 359 mm (14 in) monthly. The driest period occurs in January, February, March and December, with rainfall remaining under 7 mm (0.3 in).

For those seeking sunshine, January usually has the brightest skies, making it an excellent time for exploring the region.

Explore Leon Region by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Leon Region — and find the best time to visit. (based on León)

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León Poneloya
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Climate map of Leon Region

Average daily temperature, monthly rainfall & sunshine hours across cities.

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Average daytime and nighttime temperatures, yearly rainfall and sunshine.

León 31°C (88°F) 35°C (95°F) 24°C (75°F) 26°C (79°F) 1668 mm (66 in) 2,593 hours
Poneloya 30°C (86°F) 33°C (91°F) 25°C (77°F) 26°C (79°F) 1625 mm (64 in) 2,593 hours

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