Nicaragua

Nicaragua Weather in March

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

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

What to Expect in Nicaragua in March

March in Nicaragua generally has temperatures that range from warm to very hot, with precipitation levels ranging from almost none to moderate.

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from warm in Big Corn Island at 28°C (82°F) to very hot in Managua at 36°C (97°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 24°C (75°F) in Managua and 26°C (79°F) in Big Corn Island. 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 March, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no rainfall in Managua with an average of 1.9 mm (0.1 in) to moderate rainfall in Bluefields with 64 mm (2.5 in).

Average sunshine

Most destinations offer generous amounts of sunshine this March. For example, Managua gets approximately 290 hours of sunlight, perfect for anyone wanting bright, sunny days.

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Best Places to Visit in Nicaragua in March

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

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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 March for some of the most popular destinations in Nicaragua?

Temperature range in Nicaragua (March)

Precipitation variation in Nicaragua (March)

Managua

In March Managua generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 36°C (97°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
34°C (93°F)
36°C (97°F)
37°C (99°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
253 hours
290 hours
278 hours
Monthly rainfall
2.9 mm (0.1 in)
3.8 mm (0.1 in)
24 mm (0.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
4 days
7 days
Weather conditions

Granada

In March Granada generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
32°C (90°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
253 hours
290 hours
278 hours
Monthly rainfall
5.5 mm (0.2 in)
5.8 mm (0.2 in)
23 mm (0.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
5 days
7 days
Weather conditions

San Juan del Sur

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

February
March
April
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
30°C (86°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
218 hours
250 hours
220 hours
Monthly rainfall
9.7 mm (0.4 in)
7.2 mm (0.3 in)
18 mm (0.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
5 days
7 days
Weather conditions

León

In March León generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 35°C (95°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
34°C (93°F)
35°C (95°F)
35°C (95°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
249 hours
262 hours
207 hours
Monthly rainfall
2.4 mm (0.1 in)
5.5 mm (0.2 in)
34 mm (1.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
3 days
6 days
Weather conditions

Estelí

In March Estelí generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
32°C (90°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly rainfall
5.7 mm (0.2 in)
8.6 mm (0.3 in)
39 mm (1.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
5 days
7 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in March

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Managua 36°C (97°F) 23°C (73°F) 3.8 mm (0.1 in)
Granada 32°C (90°F) 23°C (73°F) 5.8 mm (0.2 in)
San Juan del Sur 30°C (86°F) 25°C (77°F) 7.2 mm (0.3 in)
León 35°C (95°F) 25°C (77°F) 5.5 mm (0.2 in)
Estelí 32°C (90°F) 19°C (66°F) 8.6 mm (0.3 in)
Big Corn Island 28°C (82°F) 26°C (79°F) 43 mm (1.7 in)

Nicaragua weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Nicaragua in March?

Nicaragua typically experiences poor weather in March, part of the season. Daytime highs in Managua average around 36°C (97°F), and temperatures drop to about 23°C (73°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Nicaragua in March?

In Managua, the average daytime high in March is 36°C (97°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 23°C (73°F).

Does Nicaragua get a lot of rain in March?

Not particularly. Managua averages just 3.8 mm (0.1 in) of rain in March, making it a mostly dry month for Nicaragua.

Is March a Good Time to Visit Nicaragua?

In our view, March might not be the best time to travel to Nicaragua with often unpleasant weather in Managua.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in December offering mostly 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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