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Las Peñitas Weather in December
In Las Peñitas, December brings very high daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), with nights cooling to 25°C (77°F). Minimal rainfall is to be expected.
Rainfall in Las Peñitas in December
Climate statistics over the past 30 years suggest around 5 days of rain, with 7.1 mm (0.3 in) average for the month. When rain does fall, showers tend to be light and brief. Most days will be dry.
Temperature in Las Peñitas in December
Las Peñitas in December has excellent weather. Days reach 32°C (90°F) and nights cool to 25°C (77°F). Sunshine and humidity can make it feel even warmer than the raw temperature suggests. Nights stay warm at around 25°C (77°F), so light bedding and good ventilation are worth thinking about.
Sunshine in Las Peñitas in December
The city usually sees around 255 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days , a great month for sightseeing.So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures.
Las Peñitas Temperature in December
Min Temperature
25°C (77°F)
Max Temperature
32°C (90°F)
Chance of Rain
16%
Precipitation
7.1 mm (0.3 in)
Rainy days
5 days
Sunshine
255 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
*
* Data from: Chinandega, Nicaragua (31 KM, 19 Miles).
Las Peñitas Weather by Month
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Historical weather records for Las Peñitas in December
Browse day-by-day weather records for Las Peñitas spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Las Peñitas historical weather extremes in December
Based on 26 years of weather observations (1999-2025), these are the most extreme conditions recorded in Las Peñitas.
- The warmest day in December was on December 24, 2015, with a maximum of 36°C (97°F).
- Las Peñitas experienced its chilliest December day on December 27, 2000, reaching only 20°C (68°F).
- The lowest overnight temperature recorded in December was 16°C (61°F) (December 3, 2011).
Best Places in Nicaragua in December
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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 Las Peñitas in December
Warm but pleasant conditions in Las Peñitas in December. Focus on lightweight, maybe with natural fabrics, cotton blend shirts, comfortable shorts, and breathable footwear. A light cover-up for sun protection is smart too. Dry conditions mean you won't need to worry about rain protection. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.
What To Do in Las Peñitas in December
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Swimming10/10 -
Cycling8/10 -
Walking8/10 -
Barbeque10/10 -
Camping10/10 -
Outdoor sports8/10
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