Chinandega Region Weather in January

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Chinandega Region, Nicaragua in January.

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Thinking about venturing to Chinandega Region, Nicaragua this January and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Chinandega Region in January

Chinandega Region, Nicaragua is a region in Nicaragua. January in Chinandega Region generally has very warm temperatures, with almost no precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect very warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 34°C (93°F) and nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) in Chinandega. While the given temperatures for day and night are typical, there may be days that feel warmer. Make sure you're dressed in a way that keeps you cool and comfortable.

For specific regional insights in Chinandega Region, Nicaragua, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

January is a very dry month with an average rainfall of around 3.4 mm (0.1 in) in Chinandega.

Average sunshine

January brings good sunshine to many areas. Chinandega sees around 265 hours of sunlight, great for visitors looking for bright days.

Explore Chinandega Region by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Chinandega Region — and find the best time to visit. (based on Chinandega)

January34°C (93°F) February34°C (93°F) March35°C (95°F) April35°C (95°F) May33°C (91°F) June32°C (90°F) This monthJuly33°C (91°F) August33°C (91°F) September32°C (90°F) October31°C (88°F) November32°C (90°F) December33°C (91°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Chinandega Region in January

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

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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 Chinandega Region

What is the weather like in January for the most popular destinonation in Chinandega Region, Nicaragua?

Chinandega

In January Chinandega generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 34°C (93°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

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Max temperature
33°C (91°F)
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Monthly sun hours
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Monthly rainfall
7.7 mm (0.3 in)
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In our records: Nicaragua January extremes

Notable January records observed across cities in Nicaragua in our climate database (1996 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • Based on our data, the coldest January night in Nicaragua dropped to 9°C (48°F) in Matagalpa on January 17, 2023.
  • In our records, the coldest January daytime high in Nicaragua was 17°C (63°F) in Matagalpa on January 24, 2001.

Chinandega Region weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Chinandega Region, Nicaragua in January?

In January, Chinandega Region, Nicaragua generally has poor weather conditions. Chinandega sees daytime temperatures near 34°C (93°F), with nights cooling to roughly 25°C (77°F).

What is the average temperature in Chinandega Region, Nicaragua in January?

Average temperatures in Chinandega Region, Nicaragua during January range from a nighttime low near 25°C (77°F) to a daytime high around 34°C (93°F) in Chinandega.

Does Chinandega Region, Nicaragua get a lot of rain in January?

January is on the drier side in Chinandega Region, Nicaragua. Chinandega averages only about 3.4 mm (0.1 in), with most days staying dry.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Chinandega Region, Nicaragua?

Given the typically pleasant weather conditions in Chinandega, January may not be the ideal time to visit Chinandega Region, Nicaragua.

On average, the best time to visit Chinandega Region, Nicaragua is in November and December with generally tolerable weather in Chinandega. In contrast, January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October tend to have poor weather conditions.

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