San José del Sur Temperatures: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights
On this page, we’ll explore San José del Sur’s temperature statistics in detail, including day and night variations and monthly averages. We’ll also compare the annual temperature to other cities in Nicaragua.
Monthly Temperature Averages
With little seasonal fluctuation, San José del Sur offers a predictable and steady climate. Average maximum daytime temperatures reach a very warm 31°C in April. In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a warm 29°C. At night, expect even cooler temperatures, with lows averaging around 24°C.
The chart below illustrates the average maximum day and minimum night temperatures in San José del Sur by month:
The minimum temperature is commonly observed between 4 AM and 6 AM, with the maximum occurring around 3 PM, when the sun’s strength is at its peak. April, the city’s warmest month, sees 220 hours of sunshine.
The chart below shows the average temperature throughout the year:
January, the city’s coldest month, sees about 47 mm of rainfall spread over roughly 8 days. It records 220 hours of sunshine of sunshine.
Annual Temperatures in Nicaragua Compared
The map below shows the annual temperature across Nicaragua. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
San José del Sur Temperatures Compared World Wide
San José del Sur’s average annual maximum temperature is 29°C. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:
The city of Rome, Italy, has an average annual temperature of 20°C, known for its sunny summers and comfortable winters.
In contrast, in Oslo, Norway, the average annual temperature is significantly lower at 10°C, with mild summers and cold winters.
Chicago, USA, has a significant seasonal range, with an average annual temperature of 15°C.
Melbourne, Australia, has a slightly cooler climate, with an average annual temperature of 20°C.
How are these Temperatures Measured?
Generally, temperature data depicting climate is usually given over a 30-year average in order to reduce short-term fluctuations and reveal better long-term trends in climate conditions.
This temperature data is taken from land-based thermometers, ocean buoys, ships, and satellites. These measurements are transmitted to weather stations and climate centers around the globe where they are processed, averaged, and analyzed in order to monitor the trends and create climate models.
Temperatures in the Mountains
Although not all regions have mountains, elevated areas exhibit distinct temperature variations.
- Sun Exposure: Sunlit slopes tend to be warmer, while shaded areas remain cooler.
- Altitude Effects: Temperatures drop by approximately 6°C for every 1,000 meters of elevation, creating distinct microclimates.
For more detailed information about San José del Sur’s weather, including monthly rainfall, sunshine hours, and humidity levels, visit our San José del Sur climate page.
Current temperature in San José del Sur
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