Masaya Region Weather in December

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Masaya Region, Nicaragua in December.

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Masaya San Marcos Catarina

Planning a trip to Masaya Region, Nicaragua this December? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Masaya Region in December

Masaya Region, Nicaragua is a region in Nicaragua. December in Masaya Region generally has very warm temperatures, with low precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect very warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 31°C (88°F) and nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) in Masaya. The temperatures cited for both day and night represent usual averages, but it's possible some days could be hotter. It's advisable to dress accordingly to handle the heat.

For a closer look at conditions across Masaya Region, Nicaragua, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

December is a dry month with an average rainfall of around 14 mm (0.6 in) in Masaya.

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in December. Masaya typically receives 249 hours of sunlight, making it ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Masaya Region by month

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

January31°C (88°F) February32°C (90°F) March33°C (91°F) April34°C (93°F) May33°C (91°F) June31°C (88°F) This monthJuly31°C (88°F) August32°C (90°F) September31°C (88°F) October31°C (88°F) November31°C (88°F) December31°C (88°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Masaya Region in December

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

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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 Masaya Region

What is the weather like in December for some of the most popular destinations in Masaya Region, Nicaragua?

Temperature range in Masaya Region (December)

Precipitation variation in Masaya Region (December)

Masaya

In December Masaya generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly sun hours
233 hours
249 hours
265 hours
Monthly rainfall
87 mm (3.4 in)
14 mm (0.6 in)
6.3 mm (0.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
9 days
6 days
Weather conditions
very good
excellent
excellent
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San Marcos

In December San Marcos 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 excellent that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly sun hours
233 hours
249 hours
265 hours
Monthly rainfall
94 mm (3.7 in)
14 mm (0.6 in)
5.5 mm (0.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
9 days
6 days
Weather conditions
very good
excellent
excellent
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Catarina

In December Catarina generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly sun hours
233 hours
249 hours
265 hours
Monthly rainfall
85 mm (3.3 in)
14 mm (0.6 in)
6.7 mm (0.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
9 days
6 days
Weather conditions
very good
excellent
excellent
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Popular cities in December

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Masaya Region in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Masaya 31°C (88°F) 22°C (72°F) 14 mm (0.6 in)
San Marcos 32°C (90°F) 23°C (73°F) 14 mm (0.6 in)
Catarina 31°C (88°F) 23°C (73°F) 14 mm (0.6 in)

Masaya Region weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Masaya Region, Nicaragua in December?

Expect very good weather across Masaya Region, Nicaragua in December. The popular destination of Masaya averages 31°C (88°F) by day and 22°C (72°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Masaya Region, Nicaragua in December?

Average temperatures in Masaya Region, Nicaragua during December range from a nighttime low near 22°C (72°F) to a daytime high around 31°C (88°F) in Masaya.

Does Masaya Region, Nicaragua get a lot of rain in December?

December is on the drier side in Masaya Region, Nicaragua. Masaya averages only about 14 mm (0.6 in), with most days staying dry.

Is December a Good Time to Visit Masaya Region, Nicaragua?

We believe that December is one of the best times to visit Masaya Region, Nicaragua with overall excellent weather in Masaya. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, January, February and December provide very good weather in Masaya. On the other hand, the weather in April, May, June, September and October tend to be less favorable.

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