Matagalpa weather
At 3:00 PM local time it was drizzle and 26°C (79°F). Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 11 AM, 12 PM, 2 PM (4.2 mm total). Best months for weather: Nov–Apr. Matagalpa sits 681 m (2,234 ft) above sea level, which keeps it cooler than the coast. Below: today's sky, the hour-by-hour rain chance and the 16-day forecast for Matagalpa, Matagalpa Department, Nicaragua.
Current conditions
- Clouds
- 63%
- Chance of rain
- 73%
- Rain
- 0.5 mm/h
Hourly Forecast
Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 11 AM, 12 PM, 2 PM (4.2 mm total)
Daily Forecast
Best Time to Visit
Peak season Nov–AprOff season May–Jun, Sep–Oct
About Matagalpa weather
Is it raining in Matagalpa right now?
Yes. It’s drizzle and 26° right now. Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 11 AM, 12 PM, 2 PM (4.2 mm total).
What’s the weather like in Matagalpa this week?
Over the next 7 days, expect highs of 28–30° and lows of 19–21°. 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 Matagalpa lately?
In the past 7 days, Matagalpa had 1 rainy day and 9.5 mm of rain in total.
What should I pack for Matagalpa?
For the coming week, bring an umbrella or rain jacket, light, breathable clothes and sunscreen.
Matagalpa weather by month
When is the best time to visit Matagalpa?
Based on weather alone, the best time to visit Matagalpa is Nov–Apr, according to NASA's 2001–2025 climate averages. May–Jun, Sep–Oct tends to be the least pleasant. Average highs run from 26°C (79°F) in November to 33°C (91°F) in April.
What is the rainiest month in Matagalpa?
September is the wettest month, with about 235 mm (9.3 in) of rain on average. February is the driest, with about 7 mm (0.3 in).
What is the hottest month in Matagalpa?
April is the warmest, with average highs of 33°C (91°F) and lows of 20°C (69°F). November is the coolest, with highs of 26°C (79°F) and lows of 19°C (66°F).
Does Matagalpa have a rainy season?
Yes. May–Jun, Sep–Oct is the rainy season (150 mm or more a month), while Nov–Apr is usually dry (under 60 mm).
Sources: 2001–2025 monthly averages from NASA POWER (MERRA-2 reanalysis), forecast and current conditions from Open-Meteo. Page updated . How we rate months