Managua, Nicaragua

🇳🇮 Managua, Nicaragua



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100 USD = 3681 NIO
Safety: High degree of caution

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Temp (°C)36°
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Precipitation53%68%69%74%76%69%65%
Humidity65%66%69%68%70%69%66%
Wind24 km/h27 km/h27 km/h24 km/h22 km/h23 km/h23 km/h

Best time to visit Nicaragua

The best time to visit Managua is December to April, when hot, sunny and dry conditions suit sightseeing and outdoor excursions. May and November are reasonable shoulder months, with some rain, while June to October is less suitable because of humid wet-season weather, with hurricane risk noted from June to November.

JanuaryGreatTemp (°C)25°Rain (mm)2Sun Hours7Dry Days26

January is hot and sunny, around 24-32°C, with dry conditions suitable for sightseeing and excursions.

FebruaryGreatTemp (°C)26°Rain (mm)2Sun Hours7Dry Days23

February is hot and dry, around 24-33°C, with clear weather for exploring Managua and Pacific attractions.

MarchGreatTemp (°C)27°Rain (mm)3Sun Hours10Dry Days27

March is very hot and dry, around 25-35°C. Outdoor sightseeing is most comfortable with activities planned around the afternoon heat.

AprilGreatTemp (°C)27°Rain (mm)35Sun Hours10Dry Days21

April is intensely hot and dry, around 26-36°C. Early-day sightseeing suits the strong midday heat.

MayOKTemp (°C)28°Rain (mm)135Sun Hours10Dry Days11

May is hot, around 26-34°C, with rain returning to the Pacific lowlands. Showers are often brief, arriving during the afternoon or overnight.

JuneOKTemp (°C)26°Rain (mm)150Sun Hours10Dry Days7

June is hot and humid, around 25-32°C, with sudden heavy showers. There is hurricane risk this month, and a storm can cancel flights and wreck the trip.

JulyAvoidTemp (°C)26°Rain (mm)112Sun Hours11Dry Days10

July is hot and humid, around 24-32°C, with frequent wet-season rain. There is hurricane risk this month, and a storm can cancel flights and wreck the trip.

AugustAvoidTemp (°C)26°Rain (mm)176Sun Hours10Dry Days9

August is hot and humid, around 24-32°C, with heavy wet-season showers. There is hurricane risk this month, and a storm can cancel flights and wreck the trip.

SeptemberAvoidTemp (°C)26°Rain (mm)154Sun Hours9Dry Days6

September is hot and very wet, around 24-31°C, with intense rain, flash flooding and peak hurricane season. A storm can cancel flights and wreck the trip.

OctoberAvoidTemp (°C)25°Rain (mm)307Sun Hours8Dry Days7

October is hot and very wet, around 24-31°C, with intense rain, flash flooding and peak hurricane season. A storm can cancel flights and wreck the trip.

NovemberOKTemp (°C)24°Rain (mm)89Sun Hours9Dry Days14

November is hot, around 24-31°C, with Pacific rainfall giving way to dry-season sunshine. There is hurricane risk this month, and a storm can cancel flights and wreck the trip.

DecemberGreatTemp (°C)24°Rain (mm)18Sun Hours9Dry Days21

December is hot and sunny, around 24-32°C, with dry weather suited to sightseeing and outdoor excursions.

Sources: audleytravel.com, en.wikivoyage.org

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Brief

  • Try Managua specialties such as gallo pinto, nacatamal, vigorón, grilled meats, fresh tropical fruit, and Nicaraguan coffee.
  • Independence celebrations around September 14-15 may bring school parades, crowds, and temporary road closures.
  • Managua is a spread-out city with limited pedestrian infrastructure. Allow extra time for journeys and use reputable taxis or arranged transport, especially after dark.

Safety and health

  • Nicaragua is experiencing a chikungunya outbreak. Prevent mosquito bites with repellent, long clothing, and screened or air-conditioned accommodation. Dengue and Zika are also present; pregnant travellers should discuss Zika risks with a clinician. (cdc.gov | wikivoyage.org)
  • For rural excursions, take additional precautions against sand flies, triatomine bugs, and other insects. Keep wounds clean and covered, particularly around livestock or remote areas. (cdc.gov)
  • Tap water in Managua is generally considered drinkable, but bottled water is a prudent choice for visitors. Private hospitals are generally preferable to public facilities for serious medical needs, and travel insurance with medical evacuation coverage is advisable. (wikivoyage.org)
  • A yellow-fever certificate is required for travellers aged one and over arriving from countries with yellow-fever transmission risk; it is not required for direct travel from the United States. (cdc.gov)
  • Political expression is sensitive. Avoid demonstrations, political gatherings, photographing security forces or government facilities, and public commentary that could attract official attention. Recent constitutional changes restricting opposition participation may increase political tension. (taipeitimes.com | aljazeera.com)

Recent News

  • September 3, 2026: Nicaragua’s legislature approved a constitutional reform restricting opposition candidates and extending the presidential term to seven years. The measure is expected to proceed to a second legislative session and has drawn criticism from regional and international bodies, creating a risk of demonstrations or heightened security measures. (taipeitimes.com | aljazeera.com)
  • August 12-13, 2026: A magnitude 5.5 earthquake offshore was felt weakly in Managua and across parts of Nicaragua, El Salvador, and Honduras. The available assessment indicated little or no damage in populated areas, but travellers should expect possible aftershocks because Nicaragua is seismically active. (volcanodiscovery.com)