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Matagalpa in October 2026: weather, temperatures and activities

Do you want to visit Matagalpa in October 2026? Discover the usual weather at this time of year, average temperatures, the risk of rain, possible activities, and our opinion on whether October is a good month to travel to Matagalpa, Nicaragua.

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Matagalpa in October 2026: weather, temperatures and activities

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Matagalpa in October in summary
Adverse weather
Min 19°C Max 26°C 473 mm 25 day(s) 98% 64% UV 5 9.3 h/day
Activities not recommended in October
Hiking and trekkingNature and landscapesNightlife
Practical guidelines
Moderate crowds 05:34 17:25
Hourly weather

Average weather in Matagalpa in October 2026

Adverse weather

The weather in Matagalpa in October 2026 is based on statistical data from previous years in October. This allows you to forecast the weather in October 2026. Check the hourly statistics (6:00, 9:00, 12:00, 15:00, 18:00, 21:00, 0:00 and 3:00), with the associated average temperature, for the whole month, and also, by navigating the tabs, for the beginning, middle and end of the month.

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Climate

Climate of Matagalpa in October

Temperatures, precipitation and monthly trends help to better understand the climate in Matagalpa in October.

Temperatures and rain in Matagalpa in October

Average daily weather

Temperatures and rain day by day in October.
Minimal Average Maximums Average rainfall

Monthly temperatures

The month of October is highlighted to compare it quickly with the rest of the year.
Minimal Average Maximums

Monthly precipitation

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Average rainfall

About the climate in Matagalpa in October

Seasonal normals

Seasonal normals of Matagalpa in October

Check the seasonal normals in Matagalpa in October and compare the weather with the previous month and the following month (or the months of your choice by selecting months in the form below): temperatures, wind, rain, humidity, climate rating...

Last updated: 12/01/2026
Reference period for normals: January 2009 - December 2025
Month analyzed
October
Weather data September October November
Outside temperature
Average temperature 23.6°C 22.7°C 21.9°C
Maximum temperature 27.4°C 26.2°C 26.0°C
Minimum temperature 19.9°C 19.2°C 17.9°C
Record maximum temperature 32.0°C
(2015)
33.0°C
(2021)
30.0°C
(2021)
Record low temperature 18.0°C
(2021)
15.0°C
(2010)
11.0°C
(2012)
Number of days at +30° 3 day(s)
(10%)
1 day(s)
(3%)
0 day(s)
(0%)
Number of days at +18° 30 day(s)
(100%)
31 day(s)
(100%)
30 day(s)
(100%)
Number of days below 0° 0 day(s)
(0%)
0 day(s)
(0%)
0 day(s)
(0%)
Wind
Wind speed 10 km/h 9 km/h 13 km/h
Wind temperature 19.9°C 19.2°C 17.9°C
Precipitation (rain)
Precipitation 417.1 mm 472.6 mm 118.7 mm
Number of days with precipitation 29 day(s)
(97%)
30 day(s)
(97%)
19 day(s)
(63%)
Number of days with significant precipitation (greater than 5 mm) 25 day(s)
(83%)
25 day(s)
(80%)
9 day(s)
(29%)
Record precipitation in one day 128.8 mm
(2011)
406.1 mm
(2018)
99.6 mm
(2009)
Other weather data
Humidity 98% 98% 97%
Visibility 6.1 km 6.2 km 6.7 km
Cloud cover 62% 64% 53%
UV index 5 5 5
Daily sunshine 9h 9h 10h
Sunrise and sunset
Sunrise time 05h33 05h34 05h43
Sunset time 17h45 17h25 17h14
Day length 12h12 11h51 11h31
Our opinion on the climate in October
The review of Where And When adverse weather adverse weather favourable weather
Activities and events

What to do in Matagalpa in October?

Activities not recommended in October
Hiking and trekkingNature and landscapesNightlife
Observed weather

What was the weather like in Matagalpa in October last?

Find the observed weather calendar in Matagalpa in October 2025, with each day’s weather, temperatures and precipitation.

Mon. Tue. Wed. Thu. Fri. Sat. Sun.
1
Light rain shower
20°C27°C3.7 mm
2
Patchy rain nearby
20°C27°C3.1 mm
3
Light rain shower
20°C26°C7.3 mm
4
Patchy light rain
20°C25°C6.7 mm
5
Patchy light drizzle
20°C25°C4.6 mm
6
Light rain shower
20°C23°C2.8 mm
7
Patchy rain nearby
19°C25°C1.4 mm
8
Patchy light drizzle
20°C25°C6.2 mm
9
Patchy rain nearby
19°C26°C2.1 mm
10
Patchy rain nearby
20°C26°C5.9 mm
11
Patchy light rain
20°C25°C4.1 mm
12
Light rain shower
19°C24°C2.2 mm
13
Light rain
19°C23°C15.2 mm
14
Patchy light rain
19°C23°C4.8 mm
15
Patchy light rain
19°C25°C5.8 mm
16
Patchy rain nearby
20°C26°C6.8 mm
17
Patchy rain nearby
20°C26°C4.7 mm
18
Patchy rain nearby
20°C25°C7.0 mm
19
Patchy light drizzle
20°C26°C3.6 mm
20
Patchy light drizzle
20°C26°C3.1 mm
21
Patchy light rain
19°C23°C1.3 mm
22
Clear/Sunny
20°C26°C0.6 mm
23
Patchy rain nearby
20°C28°C1.1 mm
24
Patchy rain nearby
20°C27°C1.4 mm
25
Patchy rain nearby
19°C26°C0.7 mm
26
Patchy rain nearby
20°C27°C1.3 mm
27
Patchy rain nearby
20°C28°C0.7 mm
28
Patchy rain nearby
20°C27°C1.6 mm
29
Light rain shower
20°C26°C3.6 mm
30
Patchy light drizzle
20°C25°C2.6 mm
31
Patchy rain nearby
18°C25°C0.2 mm
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Frequently asked questions

Travel to to Matagalpa in October: your frequently asked questions

Short answers to the questions we ask ourselves before booking for this month.

Not really. The weather conditions are unfavorable in Matagalpa in October, which places this month 12th out of 12. A trip is still possible, but plan a flexible itinerary.

Expect an average of 26°C during the day and 19°C at night, with about 473 mm of precipitation spread over 25 rainy days.

Expect about 9.3 hours of sunshine per day on average for this month.

No: this month is in Moderate crowds, with a visitor index of 34/100. It is one of the quietest periods of the year.

If your dates are flexible, the most favorable months in Matagalpa are: January, February, March, April, July, November and December. Compare them before finalizing your departure.
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