Nicaragua

Nicaragua Weather in August

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Nicaragua in August.

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Managua Granada San Juan del Sur León

Planning a trip to Nicaragua this August? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Nicaragua in August

August in Nicaragua generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, with precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy.

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between warm in Jinotega at 28°C (82°F) to very warm in Managua at 34°C (93°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 25°C (77°F) in Managua and 20°C (68°F) in Jinotega. These night and day temperatures are average and some days may be even warmer. So be prepared and dress for the heat.

For specific regional insights in Nicaragua, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Managua with an average of 113 mm (4.4 in) to heavy rainfall in Bluefields with 328 mm (13 in).

Average sunshine

Several destinations enjoy plenty of sunshine this month. Managua sees close to 197 hours of sunlight, making it great for sun lovers.

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Best Places to Visit in Nicaragua in August

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Nicaragua.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Nicaragua

What is the weather like in August for some of the most popular destinations in Nicaragua?

Temperature range in Nicaragua (August)

Precipitation variation in Nicaragua (August)

Managua

In August Managua generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 34°C (93°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
33°C (91°F)
34°C (93°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
152 hours
197 hours
212 hours
Monthly rainfall
117 mm (4.6 in)
165 mm (6.5 in)
246 mm (9.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
20 days
24 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Managua →

Granada

In August Granada generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
152 hours
197 hours
212 hours
Monthly rainfall
130 mm (5.1 in)
151 mm (5.9 in)
211 mm (8.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
21 days
23 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
poor
Climate in Granada →

San Juan del Sur

In August San Juan del Sur generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
30°C (86°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
140 hours
150 hours
150 hours
Monthly rainfall
144 mm (5.7 in)
165 mm (6.5 in)
266 mm (10 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
21 days
24 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
poor
Climate in San Juan del Sur →

León

In August León generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
33°C (91°F)
33°C (91°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
204 hours
200 hours
174 hours
Monthly rainfall
126 mm (5 in)
195 mm (7.7 in)
331 mm (13 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
20 days
24 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
Climate in León →

Estelí

In August Estelí generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly rainfall
90 mm (3.5 in)
152 mm (6 in)
245 mm (9.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
21 days
21 days
24 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
poor
Climate in Estelí →

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Popular cities in August

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Nicaragua in August.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Managua 34°C (93°F) 24°C (75°F) 165 mm (6.5 in)
Granada 31°C (88°F) 24°C (75°F) 151 mm (5.9 in)
San Juan del Sur 30°C (86°F) 25°C (77°F) 165 mm (6.5 in)
León 33°C (91°F) 25°C (77°F) 195 mm (7.7 in)
Estelí 31°C (88°F) 21°C (70°F) 152 mm (6 in)
Big Corn Island 29°C (84°F) 26°C (79°F) 308 mm (12 in)

Nicaragua weather in August: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Nicaragua in August?

Expect poor weather across Nicaragua in August. The popular destination of Managua averages 34°C (93°F) by day and 24°C (75°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Nicaragua in August?

In Managua, the average daytime high in August is 34°C (93°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 24°C (75°F).

Does Nicaragua get a lot of rain in August?

Rainfall in Nicaragua peaks during August. Managua averages roughly 165 mm (6.5 in), so frequent and sometimes heavy showers are the norm.

Is August a Good Time to Visit Nicaragua?

Given the typically unpleasant weather conditions in Managua, August may not be the ideal time to visit Nicaragua.

On average, the best time to visit Nicaragua is in December with generally tolerable weather in Managua. On the other hand, the months of January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October tend to have poor weather conditions.

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