Weather in December in Nicaragua
Considering a trip to Nicaragua this December and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:
What is the weather like in Nicaragua in December?
December in Nicaragua generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, with precipitation levels ranging from low to heavy.
Temperatures
During the day the temperature is warm in Jinotega at 27°C and very warm in Managua at 34°C. As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 23°C in Managua and 17°C in Jinotega. The temperatures mentioned for daytime and nighttime are general averages. However there can be days that surpass these temperatures. So equip yourself with clothing that can handle the potential heat.
Precipitation
In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Managua with an average of 6.2 mm to heavy rainfall in Big Corn Island with 186 mm.Average sunshine
Meanwhile, Managua enjoys approximately 249 hours of sunshine, offering a mostly sunny climate that adds a pleasant and vibrant feel to the month.To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Nicaragua in December, check out the map below. For more details on the yearly weather, visit our Nicaragua climate page.
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What is the weather like in December for the 5 most popular destinations in Nicaragua?
Managua
In December Managua generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Granada
In December Granada generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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San Juan del Sur
In December San Juan del Sur generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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León
In December León generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Estelí
In December Estelí generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Nicaragua.
Is December the best time to visit Nicaragua?
We believe that December is one of the best times to visit Nicaragua with overall perfect weather in Managua.
On average, the best time to visit Nicaragua is in December with generally perfect weather in Managua. The weather in May, June, September and October, on the other hand, tends to be poor.
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