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El Gigante Weather in January

Thinking of visiting El Gigante in January? Expect high temperatures reaching 29°C (84°F) during the day, dropping to 24°C (75°F) at night, with minimal rainfall.

Rainfall in El Gigante in January

The climate data from previous years indicates about 7 days of rain, averaging 6.3 mm (0.2 in) for the month. Rain is scarce this month and when it does fall, it tends to be light. Unlikely to disrupt plans significantly.

Temperature in El Gigante in January

The excellent temperature in El Gigante in January makes it a solid month to visit, with 29°C (84°F) during the day and 24°C (75°F) at night. This kind of day-to-night contrast is typical for this time of year. With overnight lows of 24°C (75°F), evenings and nights remain warm. Light clothing and an open window or fan can help you sleep comfortably.

Sunshine in El Gigante in January

The month enjoys around 220 hours of sunshine, creating mostly sunny days with good weather conditions.

Wind Speed in El Gigante in January

In January, average wind speeds reach 4 m/s (8 knots), leading to light to moderate breezes. Conditions vary from day to day, with both calm and windier periods.

If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, January is a good time to visit El Gigante.

El Gigante Temperature in January

Min Temperature
24°C (75°F)
Max Temperature
29°C (84°F)
Chance of Rain
22%
Precipitation
6.3 mm (0.2 in)
Rainy days
7 days
Windspeed
4 m/s (8 knots) *
Sunshine
220 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
*
* Data from: San Juan del Sur, Nicaragua (23 KM, 14 Miles).

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Historical weather records for El Gigante in January

Browse day-by-day weather records for El Gigante spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.

El Gigante historical weather extremes in January

Based on weather observations in El Gigante between 2006 and 2025, these are the recorded extremes during January.

  • On January 26, 2024, temperatures climbed to 33°C (91°F), marking the warmest January day on record.
  • El Gigante experienced its chilliest January day on January 3, 2008, reaching only 27°C (81°F).
  • The coldest night in January in El Gigante was on January 23, 2018, with a minimum of 18°C (64°F).

Best Places in Nicaragua in January

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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).

What to Wear in El Gigante in January

Warm weather calls for comfortable, breathable clothing in January. Cotton t-shirts, shorts, light dresses, and sandals are perfect. You might still want a light layer for evenings or air-conditioned places (for example buses). Almost no rain is expected, so no need to bring rain gear. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.

What To Do in El Gigante in January

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

  • Swimming
    10/10
  • Cycling
    8/10
  • Walking
    8/10
  • Barbeque
    10/10
  • Camping
    10/10
  • Outdoor sports
    8/10

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