December weather forecast
Nicaragua

December in Nicaragua marks the onset of the dry season, characterized by low rainfall and stable, warm temperatures. In the Pacific lowlands, where cities like Managua and Leon are located, average temperatures range between 25°C (77°F) to 30°C (86°F), remaining consistent with November. The northern highlands and central regions, housing cities such as Matagalpa and Jinotega, experience temperatures between 17°C (62.6°F) to 23°C (73.4°F).

In terms of precipitation, December sees further reduction, with the Pacific lowlands experiencing minimal rainfall. The Caribbean side, with cities like Bluefields and Puerto Cabezas, records even lower rainfall, typically between 100mm (3.94") to 200mm (7.87"), solidifying the establishment of the dry season.

December experiences the shortest daylight hours of the year due to the winter solstice. However, the reduction from November is minor due to Nicaragua's proximity to the equator.

When compared to November, December maintains similar temperatures and witnesses a significant decrease in rainfall, marking the firm establishment of the dry season. Looking forward to January, Nicaragua continues in the dry season with low rainfall and stable, warm temperatures, thus providing favorable conditions for outdoor activities and travel.

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• Managua - December »
  The month with the shortest days in Managua is December, with an average of 11h and 24min of daylight. In Managua, during December, the rain falls for 9.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 16mm (0.63") of precipitation.
• León - December »
  With an average of 11h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in León, Nicaragua. December has the shortest days of the year in León, with an average of 11h and 24min of daylight.
• Masaya - December »
  December has the shortest days of the year in Masaya, Nicaragua, with an average of 11h and 24min of daylight. The month with the shortest days in Masaya is December, with an average of 11h and 24min of daylight.
• Matagalpa - December »
  In Matagalpa, Nicaragua, in December, during 12.8 rainfall days, 11mm (0.43") of precipitation is typically accumulated. The months with the lowest UV index in Matagalpa are May, August, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5.
• Chinandega - December »
  Though a transition month, the mild temperatures combined with less rain make December a welcoming time to visit Chinandega, setting a lovely end to the year. January, February, April through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index in Chinandega, Nicaragua.
• Granada - December »
  In Granada in December, during 11.6 rainfall days, 25mm (0.98") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Granada, in December, during 11.6 rainfall days, 25mm (0.98") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Esteli - December »
  The month with the shortest days in Esteli is December, with an average of 11h and 24min of daylight. December has the shortest days of the year in Esteli, Nicaragua, with an average of 11h and 24min of daylight.
• Tipitapa - December »
  With an average of 11h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Tipitapa, Nicaragua. In Tipitapa, during December, the rain falls for 9.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 16mm (0.63") of precipitation.
• Jinotega - December »
  December, the final month of the year brings in a distinct change in the Jinotega weather, as it shifts from a rainy to a relatively dry climate with only 12mm (0.47") of rainfall. In Jinotega, Nicaragua, in December, during 13.3 rainfall days, 12mm (0.47") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Bluefields - December »
  The month with the shortest days in Bluefields, Nicaragua, is December, with an average of 11h and 24min of daylight. In Bluefields in December, during 22 rainfall days, 328mm (12.91") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Diriamba - December »
  January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index in Diriamba, Nicaragua. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index in Diriamba, Nicaragua.
• Ciudad Sandino - December »
  December has the shortest days of the year in Ciudad Sandino with an average of 11h and 24min of daylight. With an average of 11h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Ciudad Sandino.