Matagalpa Region Weather in January

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

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

What to Expect in Matagalpa Region in January

Matagalpa Region, Nicaragua is a region in Nicaragua. January in Matagalpa Region generally has warm temperatures, with low precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 28°C (82°F) and nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) in Matagalpa. On average, January is the month with the lowest temperatures of the year in Matagalpa.

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

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Matagalpa with an average of 15 mm (0.6 in) to low rainfall in San Ramón with 19 mm (0.7 in).

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Best Places to Visit in Matagalpa Region 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).

Popular Destinations in Matagalpa Region

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

Temperature range in Matagalpa Region (January)

Precipitation variation in Matagalpa Region (January)

Matagalpa

In January Matagalpa generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
18°C (64°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly rainfall
20 mm (0.8 in)
15 mm (0.6 in)
13 mm (0.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
9 days
6 days
Weather conditions

San Ramón

In January San Ramón generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
18°C (64°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly rainfall
24 mm (0.9 in)
19 mm (0.7 in)
17 mm (0.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
9 days
6 days
Weather conditions

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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.

Popular cities in January

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Matagalpa Region in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Matagalpa 28°C (82°F) 18°C (64°F) 15 mm (0.6 in)
San Ramón 28°C (82°F) 18°C (64°F) 19 mm (0.7 in)

Matagalpa Region weather in January: frequently asked questions

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

Expect perfect weather across Matagalpa Region, Nicaragua in January. The popular destination of Matagalpa averages 28°C (82°F) by day and 18°C (64°F) at night during this month.

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

Daytime temperatures in Matagalpa peak at roughly 28°C (82°F) in January, dropping to about 18°C (64°F) overnight.

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

Rain is generally moderate to light in Matagalpa Region, Nicaragua during January, with Matagalpa averaging close to 15 mm (0.6 in).

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

We believe that January is one of the best times to visit Matagalpa Region, Nicaragua with overall perfect weather in Matagalpa. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in January, February, July, November and December offering mostly perfect weather in Matagalpa. In contrast, May tends to have poor weather conditions.

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