Managua Department weather
Today's sky, the hour-by-hour rain chance and the 16-day forecast for Managua Department, Nicaragua. Like most weather services, we show Managua Department at one spot: Managua, its largest city. At 1:15 PM local time it was mostly clear and 33°C (91°F). Light rain for 7 of the next 24 hours (under 1 mm/h, 2.1 mm total) — cloudy, but fine to be out. Best months for weather: Dec–Mar.
Current conditions
- Clouds
- 41%
- Chance of rain
- 55%
- Rain
- 0.7 mm/h
Hourly Forecast
Light rain for 7 of the next 24 hours (under 1 mm/h, 2.1 mm total) — cloudy, but fine to be out
Daily Forecast
Best Time to Visit
Peak season Dec–MarOff season May–Jun, Sep–Oct
About Managua weather
Is it raining in Managua right now?
No. It’s mostly clear and 33° right now. Light rain for 7 of the next 24 hours (under 1 mm/h, 2.1 mm total) — cloudy, but fine to be out.
What’s the weather like in Managua this week?
Over the next 7 days, expect highs of 30–35° and lows of 24–25°. Rain is likely on 7 of 7 days (Saturday, Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday). The driest day looks like Monday.
Has it been raining in Managua lately?
Barely. The past 7 days were mostly dry, with 1.4 mm of rain in total.
What should I pack for Managua?
For the coming week, bring an umbrella or rain jacket, light, breathable clothes and sunscreen.
Managua Department weather by month
When is the best time to visit Managua Department?
Based on weather alone, the best time to visit Managua Department is Dec–Mar, according to NASA's 2001–2025 climate averages. May–Jun, Sep–Oct tends to be the least pleasant. Average highs run from 29°C (84°F) in October to 35°C (95°F) in April.
What is the rainiest month in Managua Department?
October is the wettest month, with about 312 mm (12.3 in) of rain on average. January is the driest, with about 1 mm (0.0 in).
What is the hottest month in Managua Department?
April is the warmest, with average highs of 35°C (95°F) and lows of 25°C (77°F). October is the coolest, with highs of 29°C (84°F) and lows of 24°C (75°F).
Does Managua Department have a rainy season?
Yes. May–Jun, Aug–Oct is the rainy season (150 mm or more a month), while Dec–Apr is usually dry (under 60 mm).
Managua Department weather month by month
Sources: 2001–2025 monthly averages from NASA POWER (MERRA-2 reanalysis for Managua), forecast and current conditions from Open-Meteo. Page updated . How we rate months
Compare places in Managua Department
Weather can differ a lot within Managua Department: coasts, hills and mountains each have their own climate.
| Place | Best months | Rainy months | Highs | Rain a year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Managua | Dec–Mar | May–Jun, Aug–Oct | 29–35°C | 1,453 mm |
| Mateare | Dec–Mar | May–Jun, Aug–Oct | 29–35°C | 1,453 mm |
| Tipitapa | Dec–Mar | May–Jun, Aug–Oct | 29–35°C | 1,453 mm |
| Ciudad Sandino | Dec–Mar | May–Jun, Aug–Oct | 29–35°C | 1,453 mm |
| San Rafael del Sur | Dec–Mar | May–Jun, Aug–Oct | 29–35°C | 1,453 mm |
| El Crucero | Dec–Mar | May–Jun, Aug–Oct | 29–35°C | 1,453 mm |