Nicaragua in december: average Weather, Temperature and Climate, Where to go?
Weather in Nicaragua in december 2025
Below, you have access to the weather forecast for the month of december for most popular cities in Nicaragua. These predictions are probabilities for the month of december from weather reports for many years. The percentage indicates the possibility of having the weather indicated.
Average weather in december in Managua
perfect weather UV index: 7
Weather at 6am
74°F
Clear/Sunny
65% of time
29%
6%
2%
Weather at 12pm
88°F
Clear/Sunny
57% of time
36%
6%
3%
Weather at 6pm
79°F
Clear/Sunny
63% of time
16%
15%
7%
Weather at 3am
74°F
70%
27%
2%
2%
Where to go in Nicaragua in december?
Where to go in Nicaragua in december: destination map
Where to go in each region in december?
| Caribbean coast of Nicaragua (Bluefields, Puerto Cabezas (Bilwi), Corn Island...) | 83°F to 85°F | 1 à 23 days | 83°F | bad weather* |
| Northern Highlands (Esteli, Matagalpa, Ocotal...) | 79°F to 83°F | 0 à 2 days | good weather* | |
| Pacific coast of Nicaragua (Managua, León, San Juan del Sur...) | 85°F to 94°F | 0 à 7 days | 83°F | perfect weather* |
| Rio San Juan (San Juan de Nicaragua, San Carlos, Juigalpa...) | 81°F to 86°F | 1 à 18 days | good weather* |
Where should you go in Nicaragua in december when it comes to the weather?
Remember:
The climate in Nicaragua in december ranges from perfect to bad depending on the region and city.
On the month of december the weather is just perfect in Nicaragua, but only part of the territory: in Granada, Mombacho Volcano National Park, Managua and Masaya. In these cities, these ideal weather conditions will allow you to live fully your holidays: the sun is guaranteed, rainfall is scarce and the humidity is endurable. It is therefore the ideal month to travel to these cities!
Please note that the weather is still favorable in the cities of León, Matagalpa, Ometepe Island, San Juan del Sur and Rivas. In these cities, temperatures are still pleasing and allow you to visit and enjoy the sun.
If you do not go for the sun or the beach, but, for example to go sightseeing around, the cities of Siuna, Bilwi, Solentiname islands and Bluefields have a decent enough weather for that in december.
Climate in Nicaragua in december
Climate in Managua in december
In the month of december, the mean temperature in Managua is 81°F (maximum temperature is 88°F and minimum temperature is 72°F). The climate is very warm here in this month. With barely 1.3in over 3 days, rainfall is infrequent for your trip.
With a perfect weather, december is an advisable time to go in this locality in Nicaragua.
| December | |||
| Average temperature | 81°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 88°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 72°F | ||
| Rainfall | 1.3in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 3 day(s) (10%) | ||
| Humidity | 87% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 11 | ||
| Cloud cover | 21% | ||
| Length of day | 11:25 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | perfect |
Climate in Bluefields in december
In the month of december, the mean temperature in Bluefields is 79°F (maximum temperature is 83°F and minimum temperature is 76°F). The climate nice in this city in december. With 16.1in over 23 days, you will suffer the rain for your journey. Consider to bring Rain coats.
With proper weather, december is okay (but not good time) for traveling in this city.
| December | |||
| Average temperature | 79°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 83°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 76°F | ||
| Sea temperature | 82°F | ||
| Rainfall | 16.1in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 23 day(s) (74%) | ||
| Humidity | 91% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 10 | ||
| Cloud cover | 49% | ||
| Length of day | 11:25 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | bad |
Climate in Esteli in december
In the month of december, maximum temperature is 81°F and minimum temperature is 65°F (for an average temperature of 74°F). The climate is nice in this city in this month. With 0.5in over 1 days, rain may be scarce for your journey.
With a perfect climate, december is a recommended time to go in this locality.
| December | |||
| Average temperature | 74°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 81°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 65°F | ||
| Rainfall | 0.5in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 1 day(s) (3%) | ||
| Humidity | 93% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 10 | ||
| Cloud cover | 27% | ||
| Length of day | 11:22 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | perfect |
Climate in León in december
In the month of december, the mean temperature in León is 83°F (maximum temperature is 92°F and minimum temperature is 72°F). The climate is very hot here in december. With barely 0.7in over 2 days, rain may be scarce throughout your stay.
With good weather conditions, december is a good month to go in this locality.
| December | |||
| Average temperature | 83°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 92°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 72°F | ||
| Sea temperature | 83°F | ||
| Rainfall | 0.7in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 2 day(s) (6%) | ||
| Humidity | 84% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 10 | ||
| Cloud cover | 18% | ||
| Length of day | 11:24 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | perfect |
Climate in Corn Island in december
In december, maximum temperature is 83°F and minimum temperature is 76°F (for an average temperature of 79°F). The climate is quite comfortable here in the month of december. With 2.7in over 7 days, rain may occur during your trip. But this is rather moderate and it will not be continuous.
With a good climate, december is a good month to go in this locality in Nicaragua.
| December | |||
| Average temperature | 79°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 83°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 76°F | ||
| Rainfall | 2.7in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 7 day(s) (21%) | ||
| Humidity | 91% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 8 | ||
| Cloud cover | 61% | ||
| Length of day | 11:25 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | good |
All cities in Nicaragua in december
| Managua in december | perfect weather |
| Bluefields in december | bad weather |
| Esteli in december | perfect weather |
| León in december | perfect weather |
| Corn Island in december | good weather |
| Ometepe Island in december | good weather |
| Juigalpa in december | perfect weather |
| Matagalpa in december | good weather |
| Ocotal in december | good weather |
| Puerto Cabezas (Bilwi) in december | tolerable weather |
| San Carlos in december | good weather |
| San Juan de Nicaragua in december | bad weather |
| San Juan del Sur in december | good weather |
| Aposentillo in december | perfect weather |
| Bonanza in december | bad weather |
| Cayos Miskitos in december | good weather |
| Cayos Perlas in december | good weather |
| Corinto in december | good weather |
| El Almendro in december | bad weather |
| El Astillero in december | good weather |
| El Bluff in december | bad weather |
| El Gigante in december | perfect weather |
| El Rama in december | bad weather |
| El Sauce in december | perfect weather |
| Granada in december | perfect weather |
| Haulover in december | bad weather |
| Solentiname islands in december | tolerable weather |
| Jalapa in december | good weather |
| Jiquilillo in december | perfect weather |
| La Cruz de Río Grande in december | bad weather |
| Laguna de Apoyo in december | perfect weather |
| Laguna de Perlas in december | bad weather |
| Las Peñitas in december | perfect weather |
| Masaya in december | perfect weather |
| Mombacho Volcano National Park in december | perfect weather |
| Morrillo in december | good weather |
| Mulukuku in december | bad weather |
| Nagarote in december | perfect weather |
| Padre Ramos in december | perfect weather |
| Playa Maderas in december | good weather |
| Playa Popoyo in december | good weather |
| Pochomil in december | perfect weather |
| Prinzapolca in december | bad weather |
| Puerto Sandino in december | perfect weather |
| Reserva Biológica Cayos Miskitos y Franja Costera Inmediata in december | good weather |
| Reserva Natural Bosawás in december | bad weather |
| Reserva natural Tisey-La Estanzuela in december | good weather |
| Reserva biológica Indio Maíz in december | bad weather |
| Rivas in december | good weather |
| Rosita in december | bad weather |
| San Miguelito in december | good weather |
| Sandy Bay Sirpi in december | good weather |
| Sébaco in december | perfect weather |
| Siuna in december | good weather |
| Somoto in december | good weather |
| Waspam in december | good weather |
| Boaco in december | good weather |
| Chichigalpa in december | good weather |
| Chinandega in december | good weather |
| Cuapa in december | good weather |
| Jinotega in december | good weather |
| Nandaime in december | good weather |
| San Marcos in december | perfect weather |
Weather data for Nicaragua in december:
Weather data for Nicaragua in december is derived from an average of the weather forecast since 2009 in Nicaragua. There is a margin of error and these forecasts are to be considered as general information only. The weather in Nicaragua can vary slightly from year to year, but these predictions should limit surprises. So you can pack your bags and check when is the best time to go to Nicaragua.