San Juan del Sur

Rivas Region Weather in December

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

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San Juan del Sur Moyogalpa El Gigante Mérida

Planning a getaway to Rivas Region, Nicaragua this December and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Rivas Region in December

Rivas Region, Nicaragua is a region in Nicaragua. December in Rivas Region generally has warm temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from low to moderate.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 29°C (84°F) and nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) in San Juan del Sur.

To explore the conditions in Rivas Region, Nicaragua in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in El Gigante with an average of 16 mm (0.6 in) to moderate rainfall in Balgue with 86 mm (3.4 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is generally plentiful throughout many areas. San Juan del Sur enjoys about 200 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Rivas Region by month

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

January29°C (84°F) February29°C (84°F) March30°C (86°F) April31°C (88°F) May31°C (88°F) June30°C (86°F) This monthJuly29°C (84°F) August30°C (86°F) September29°C (84°F) October29°C (84°F) November29°C (84°F) December29°C (84°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Rivas Region in December

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

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

Temperature range in Rivas Region (December)

Precipitation variation in Rivas Region (December)

San Juan del Sur

In December San Juan del Sur generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
177 hours
200 hours
220 hours
Monthly rainfall
98 mm (3.9 in)
29 mm (1.1 in)
15 mm (0.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
10 days
7 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
excellent
Climate in San Juan del Sur →

Moyogalpa

In December Moyogalpa generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
177 hours
200 hours
220 hours
Monthly rainfall
127 mm (5 in)
50 mm (2 in)
36 mm (1.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
10 days
7 days
Weather conditions
very good
excellent
excellent
Climate in Moyogalpa →

El Gigante

In December El Gigante generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
177 hours
200 hours
220 hours
Monthly rainfall
85 mm (3.3 in)
16 mm (0.6 in)
6.3 mm (0.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
9 days
7 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
excellent
Climate in El Gigante →

Mérida

In December 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 excellent that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
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
177 hours
200 hours
220 hours
Monthly rainfall
154 mm (6.1 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
62 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
11 days
8 days
Weather conditions
very good
excellent
excellent
Climate in Mérida →

Altagracia

In December Altagracia generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
177 hours
200 hours
220 hours
Monthly rainfall
137 mm (5.4 in)
62 mm (2.4 in)
48 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
11 days
8 days
Weather conditions
very good
excellent
excellent
Climate in Altagracia →

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Popular cities in December

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
San Juan del Sur 29°C (84°F) 25°C (77°F) 29 mm (1.1 in)
Moyogalpa 29°C (84°F) 25°C (77°F) 50 mm (2 in)
El Gigante 29°C (84°F) 25°C (77°F) 16 mm (0.6 in)
Mérida 29°C (84°F) 24°C (75°F) 79 mm (3.1 in)
Altagracia 29°C (84°F) 25°C (77°F) 62 mm (2.4 in)
Balgue 29°C (84°F) 25°C (77°F) 86 mm (3.4 in)

Rivas Region weather in December: frequently asked questions

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

Rivas Region, Nicaragua typically experiences excellent weather in December, part of the season. Daytime highs in San Juan del Sur average around 29°C (84°F), and temperatures drop to about 25°C (77°F) at night.

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

San Juan del Sur averages a daytime maximum of 29°C (84°F) in December, with overnight lows close to 25°C (77°F).

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

Not particularly. San Juan del Sur averages just 29 mm (1.1 in) of rain in December, making it a mostly dry month for Rivas Region, Nicaragua.

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

We believe that December is one of the best times to visit Rivas Region, Nicaragua with overall excellent weather in San Juan del Sur. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

On average, the best time to visit Rivas Region, Nicaragua is in January, February, November and December with generally excellent weather in San Juan del Sur. The weather in June, September and October, on the other hand, tends to be less favorable.

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