Nicaragua in january: average Weather, Temperature and Climate, Where to go?
Weather in Nicaragua in january 2026
Below, you have access to the weather forecast for january for most popular cities in Nicaragua. These forecasts are probabilities for january from weather reports for many years. The percentage indicates the probability of having the weather mentioned.
Average weather in january in Managua
perfect weather UV index: 7
Weather at 6am
72°F
Clear/Sunny
70% of time
28%
2%
2%
Weather at 12pm
90°F
Clear/Sunny
63% of time
34%
3%
2%
Weather at 6pm
83°F
Clear/Sunny
69% of time
24%
8%
1%
Weather at 3am
74°F
72%
25%
3%
2%
Where to go in Nicaragua in january?
Where to go in Nicaragua in january: destination map
Where to go in each region in january?
| Caribbean coast of Nicaragua (Bluefields, Puerto Cabezas (Bilwi), Corn Island...) | 81°F to 85°F | 0 à 20 days | 81°F | bad weather* |
| Northern Highlands (Esteli, Matagalpa, Ocotal...) | 81°F to 85°F | 0 à 1 days | good weather* | |
| Pacific coast of Nicaragua (Managua, León, San Juan del Sur...) | 86°F to 95°F | 0 à 2 days | 81°F to 83°F | perfect weather* |
| Rio San Juan (San Juan de Nicaragua, San Carlos, Juigalpa...) | 81°F to 88°F | 0 à 12 days | good weather* |
Where should you go in Nicaragua in january when it comes to the weather?
Remember:
The climate in Nicaragua in january ranges from perfect to bad depending on the region and city.
In january the weather is just perfect in Nicaragua, but only part of the territory: in Granada, Mombacho Volcano National Park, Managua and Masaya. In this part of the country, these ideal weather conditions will allow you to live fully your trip: the sun is guaranteed, rainfall is scarce and the humidity is bearable. It is therefore the ideal month to visit these cities!
However, the weather is still good in León, Matagalpa, Ometepe Island, San Juan del Sur and Rivas. In these cities, temperatures are pleasing and allow you enjoy the sun and sightseeing in good conditions.
If you do not go lazing in the sun, but, for example to discover the heritage, the cities of Siuna, Bilwi and Solentiname islands have a ok but correct weather for it in january. Eventually, it is not advisable to travel in Bluefields that month because the climate is frankly bad.
Climate in Nicaragua in january
Climate in Managua in january
In january, maximum temperature is 90°F and minimum temperature is 72°F (for an average temperature of 81°F). The climate is very hot around this city in january. It rains very rarely during the month of january. You stay dry for your stay!
With a perfect climate, january is an advisable month to go in this city in Nicaragua.
| January | |||
| Average temperature | 81°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 90°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 72°F | ||
| Rainfall | 0.2in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 0 day(s) (1%) | ||
| Humidity | 84% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 9 | ||
| Cloud cover | 19% | ||
| Length of day | 11:29 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | perfect |
Climate in Bluefields in january
In the month of january, the mean temperature in Bluefields is 79°F (maximum temperature is 83°F and minimum temperature is 76°F). The climate quite enjoyable there in the month of january. With 11in over 20 days, rain may occur for your journey. But this is rather reasonably and it is only of temporary showers.
| January | |||
| Average temperature | 79°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 83°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 76°F | ||
| Sea temperature | 81°F | ||
| Rainfall | 11in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 20 day(s) (66%) | ||
| Humidity | 90% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 10 | ||
| Cloud cover | 50% | ||
| Length of day | 11:30 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | bad |
Climate in Esteli in january
In january, the mean temperature in Esteli is 74°F (maximum temperature is 83°F and minimum temperature is 65°F). The climate is comfortable in that area in this month. It rains very rarely during this month. You will therefore be at the shelter from rain throughout your stay!
With ideal weather conditions, january is an advisable month to go in Esteli.
| January | |||
| Average temperature | 74°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 83°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 65°F | ||
| Rainfall | 0.2in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 0 day(s) (0%) | ||
| Humidity | 91% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 9 | ||
| Cloud cover | 25% | ||
| Length of day | 11:26 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | perfect |
Climate in León in january
In january, the mean temperature in León is 83°F (maximum temperature is 94°F and minimum temperature is 74°F). The climate is burning in this location in the month of january. It rains very rarely during the month of january. You will be well dry for your trip!
With a good weather, the month of january is a good month to go in this city.
| January | |||
| Average temperature | 83°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 94°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 74°F | ||
| Sea temperature | 82°F | ||
| Rainfall | 0.2in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 0 day(s) (2%) | ||
| Humidity | 79% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 9 | ||
| Cloud cover | 16% | ||
| Length of day | 11:28 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | good |
Climate in Corn Island in january
In the month of january, maximum temperature is 83°F and minimum temperature is 76°F (for an average temperature of 79°F). The climate is good in this location in january. With just 1.6in over 3 days, rain may be scarce throughout your holidays.
With a good climate, the month of january is a good month to go there in Nicaragua.
| January | |||
| Average temperature | 79°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 83°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 76°F | ||
| Rainfall | 1.6in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 3 day(s) (11%) | ||
| Humidity | 90% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 9 | ||
| Cloud cover | 58% | ||
| Length of day | 11:30 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | good |
All cities in Nicaragua in january
| Managua in january | perfect weather |
| Bluefields in january | bad weather |
| Esteli in january | perfect weather |
| León in january | good weather |
| Corn Island in january | good weather |
| Ometepe Island in january | perfect weather |
| Juigalpa in january | perfect weather |
| Matagalpa in january | good weather |
| Ocotal in january | good weather |
| Puerto Cabezas (Bilwi) in january | tolerable weather |
| San Carlos in january | good weather |
| San Juan de Nicaragua in january | bad weather |
| San Juan del Sur in january | perfect weather |
| Aposentillo in january | perfect weather |
| Bonanza in january | bad weather |
| Cayos Miskitos in january | good weather |
| Cayos Perlas in january | good weather |
| Corinto in january | good weather |
| El Almendro in january | bad weather |
| El Astillero in january | perfect weather |
| El Bluff in january | bad weather |
| El Gigante in january | perfect weather |
| El Rama in january | bad weather |
| El Sauce in january | perfect weather |
| Granada in january | perfect weather |
| Haulover in january | bad weather |
| Solentiname islands in january | good weather |
| Jalapa in january | good weather |
| Jiquilillo in january | perfect weather |
| La Cruz de Río Grande in january | bad weather |
| Laguna de Apoyo in january | perfect weather |
| Laguna de Perlas in january | bad weather |
| Las Peñitas in january | perfect weather |
| Masaya in january | perfect weather |
| Mombacho Volcano National Park in january | perfect weather |
| Morrillo in january | good weather |
| Mulukuku in january | bad weather |
| Nagarote in january | perfect weather |
| Padre Ramos in january | perfect weather |
| Playa Maderas in january | perfect weather |
| Playa Popoyo in january | perfect weather |
| Pochomil in january | perfect weather |
| Prinzapolca in january | bad weather |
| Puerto Sandino in january | perfect weather |
| Reserva Biológica Cayos Miskitos y Franja Costera Inmediata in january | good weather |
| Reserva Natural Bosawás in january | bad weather |
| Reserva natural Tisey-La Estanzuela in january | good weather |
| Reserva biológica Indio Maíz in january | bad weather |
| Rivas in january | perfect weather |
| Rosita in january | bad weather |
| San Miguelito in january | good weather |
| Sandy Bay Sirpi in january | good weather |
| Sébaco in january | perfect weather |
| Siuna in january | good weather |
| Somoto in january | good weather |
| Waspam in january | good weather |
| Boaco in january | good weather |
| Chichigalpa in january | good weather |
| Chinandega in january | good weather |
| Cuapa in january | good weather |
| Jinotega in january | good weather |
| Nandaime in january | good weather |
| San Marcos in january | perfect weather |
Weather data for Nicaragua in january:
Weather data for Nicaragua in january 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.