Nicaragua weather in August

Are you planning a trip to Nicaragua in August and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What is the weather like 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.

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

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Managua with an average of 113 mm to heavy rainfall in Bluefields with 328 mm. Meanwhile, Managua enjoys close to 197 hours of sunlight. This means it's a great month if you prefer bright and sunny days.

For specific regional insights in Nicaragua for August, refer to the map provided below. For an in-depth overview of the yearly weather conditions, do visit our Nicaragua climate page.

Where to go in Nicaragua in August

Find the average weather conditions in August for the most popular destinations in Nicaragua on the map below. Click on a destination dot for more detailed information.

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

Popular destinations in Nicaragua

What is the weather like in August for the 5 most popular destinations in Nicaragua?

Average weather in Managua

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

Managua
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<<   July July
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33°C 
24°C 
152 hours 
117 mm 
19 days 
34°C 
24°C 
197 hours 
165 mm 
20 days 
33°C 
24°C 
212 hours 
246 mm 
24 days 
poor 
Climate in Managua

Average weather in Granada

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

Granada
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<<   July July
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31°C 
24°C 
152 hours 
130 mm 
20 days 
31°C 
24°C 
197 hours 
151 mm 
21 days 
31°C 
24°C 
212 hours 
211 mm 
23 days 
poor 
Climate in Granada

Average weather in San Juan del Sur

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

San Juan del Sur
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<<   July July
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29°C 
25°C 
140 hours 
144 mm 
20 days 
30°C 
25°C 
150 hours 
165 mm 
21 days 
29°C 
25°C 
150 hours 
266 mm 
24 days 
poor 
Climate in San Juan del Sur

Average weather in León

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

León
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<<   July July
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33°C 
25°C 
204 hours 
126 mm 
18 days 
33°C 
25°C 
200 hours 
195 mm 
20 days 
32°C 
24°C 
174 hours 
331 mm 
24 days 
poor 
Climate in León

Average weather in Estelí

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

Estelí
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<<   July July
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30°C 
21°C 
90 mm 
21 days 
31°C 
21°C 
152 mm 
21 days 
30°C 
20°C 
245 mm 
24 days 
poor 
Climate in Estelí

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Is August the best 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 perfect weather in Managua. On the other hand, the months of May, June, September and October tend to have poor weather conditions.

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