Rio San Juan Region Weather in January

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

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El Castillo de La Concepción San Carlos

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

What to Expect in Rio San Juan Region in January

Rio San Juan Region, Nicaragua is a region in Nicaragua. January in Rio San Juan Region generally has warm temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 29°C (84°F) and nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) in El Castillo de La Concepción. On average, January is the month with the lowest temperatures of the year in El Castillo de La Concepción.

For specific regional insights in Rio San Juan Region, Nicaragua, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in San Carlos with an average of 94 mm (3.7 in) to high rainfall in El Castillo de La Concepción with 103 mm (4.1 in).

Explore Rio San Juan Region by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Rio San Juan Region - and find the best time to visit. (based on El Castillo de La Concepción)

January29°C (84°F) February29°C (84°F) March31°C (88°F) April32°C (90°F) May32°C (90°F) June31°C (88°F) This monthJuly30°C (86°F) August31°C (88°F) September31°C (88°F) October31°C (88°F) November30°C (86°F) December29°C (84°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Rio San Juan Region in January

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

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

Temperature range in Rio San Juan Region (January)

Precipitation variation in Rio San Juan Region (January)

El Castillo de La Concepción

In January El Castillo de La Concepción generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are very good that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly rainfall
156 mm (6.1 in)
103 mm (4.1 in)
84 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
11 days
8 days
Weather conditions
very good
very good
excellent
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San Carlos

In January San Carlos generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
22°C (72°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly rainfall
135 mm (5.3 in)
94 mm (3.7 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
10 days
7 days
Weather conditions
very good
excellent
very good
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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 Rio San Juan Region in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
El Castillo de La Concepción 29°C (84°F) 22°C (72°F) 103 mm (4.1 in)
San Carlos 29°C (84°F) 22°C (72°F) 94 mm (3.7 in)

Rio San Juan Region weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Rio San Juan Region, Nicaragua in January?

Rio San Juan Region, Nicaragua typically experiences very good weather in January, part of the season. Daytime highs in El Castillo de La Concepción average around 29°C (84°F), and temperatures drop to about 22°C (72°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Rio San Juan Region, Nicaragua in January?

Daytime temperatures in El Castillo de La Concepción peak at roughly 29°C (84°F) in January, dropping to about 22°C (72°F) overnight.

Does Rio San Juan Region, Nicaragua get a lot of rain in January?

Yes, January tends to be a wetter month in Rio San Juan Region, Nicaragua. Average rainfall in El Castillo de La Concepción sits around 103 mm (4.1 in).

Is January a Good Time to Visit Rio San Juan Region, Nicaragua?

In our opinion, January is a good time to visit Rio San Juan Region, Nicaragua with overall very good weather in El Castillo de La Concepción. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, February provides excellent weather in El Castillo de La Concepción. In contrast, May, June, July, August, September, October and November tend to have less favorable weather conditions.

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