Ometepe Weather in January

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

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Moyogalpa Mérida Altagracia Balgue

Planning a journey to Ometepe, Nicaragua this January and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Ometepe in January

Ometepe, Nicaragua is a region in Nicaragua. January in Ometepe generally has warm temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 29°C (84°F) and nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) in Moyogalpa.

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

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Moyogalpa with an average of 36 mm (1.4 in) to moderate rainfall in Balgue with 70 mm (2.8 in).

Average sunshine

Most destinations offer generous amounts of sunshine this January. For example, Moyogalpa gets approximately 220 hours of sunlight, perfect for anyone wanting bright, sunny days.

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Best Places to Visit in Ometepe in January

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

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 Ometepe

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

Temperature range in Ometepe (January)

Precipitation variation in Ometepe (January)

Moyogalpa

In January Moyogalpa generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
200 hours
220 hours
218 hours
Monthly rainfall
50 mm (2 in)
36 mm (1.4 in)
26 mm (1 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
7 days
5 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Moyogalpa →

Mérida

In January Mérida generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
200 hours
220 hours
218 hours
Monthly rainfall
79 mm (3.1 in)
62 mm (2.4 in)
48 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
8 days
6 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Mérida →

Altagracia

In January Altagracia generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
200 hours
220 hours
218 hours
Monthly rainfall
62 mm (2.4 in)
48 mm (1.9 in)
37 mm (1.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
8 days
6 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Altagracia →

Balgue

In January Balgue generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
200 hours
220 hours
218 hours
Monthly rainfall
86 mm (3.4 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
56 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
8 days
6 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Balgue →

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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 Ometepe in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Moyogalpa 29°C (84°F) 24°C (75°F) 36 mm (1.4 in)
Mérida 29°C (84°F) 24°C (75°F) 62 mm (2.4 in)
Altagracia 29°C (84°F) 24°C (75°F) 48 mm (1.9 in)
Balgue 29°C (84°F) 24°C (75°F) 70 mm (2.8 in)

Ometepe weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Ometepe, Nicaragua in January?

January in Ometepe, Nicaragua brings perfect weather. In Moyogalpa, daytime temperatures are typically around 29°C (84°F) and nighttime lows hover near 24°C (75°F).

What is the average temperature in Ometepe, Nicaragua in January?

Average temperatures in Ometepe, Nicaragua during January range from a nighttime low near 24°C (75°F) to a daytime high around 29°C (84°F) in Moyogalpa.

Does Ometepe, Nicaragua get a lot of rain in January?

January is on the drier side in Ometepe, Nicaragua. Moyogalpa averages only about 36 mm (1.4 in), with most days staying dry.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Ometepe, Nicaragua?

We consider January to be one of the best times to travel to Ometepe, Nicaragua. Typically, the climate in Moyogalpa is perfect. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, January, February and December provide perfect weather in Moyogalpa. On the other hand, the weather in May, June, August, September and October tend to be poor.

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