North Caribbean Coast weather
Today's sky, the hour-by-hour rain chance and the 16-day forecast for North Caribbean Coast, Nicaragua. Like most weather services, we show North Caribbean Coast at one spot: Puerto Cabezas, its largest city. At 3:00 PM local time it was cloudy and 28°C (83°F). Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 10 PM, 1 PM (5.4 mm total). Best months for weather: Jan–Apr.
Current conditions
- Clouds
- 92%
- Chance of rain
- 80%
- Rain
- 0.0 mm/h
Hourly Forecast
Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 10 PM, 1 PM (5.4 mm total)
Daily Forecast
Best Time to Visit
Peak season Jan–AprOff season Jun–Aug, Oct–Nov
About Puerto Cabezas weather
Is it raining in Puerto Cabezas right now?
No. It’s cloudy and 28° right now. Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 10 PM, 1 PM (5.4 mm total).
What’s the weather like in Puerto Cabezas this week?
Over the next 7 days, expect highs of 29–31° and lows of 23–23°. Rain is likely on 7 of 7 days (Saturday, Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday). The driest day looks like Thursday.
Has it been raining in Puerto Cabezas lately?
In the past 7 days, Puerto Cabezas had 3 rainy days and 30.6 mm of rain in total.
What should I pack for Puerto Cabezas?
For the coming week, bring an umbrella or rain jacket, light, breathable clothes and sunscreen.
North Caribbean Coast weather by month
When is the best time to visit North Caribbean Coast?
Based on weather alone, the best time to visit North Caribbean Coast is Jan–Apr, according to NASA's 2001–2025 climate averages. Jun–Aug, Oct–Nov tends to be the least pleasant. Average highs run from 27°C (81°F) in January to 29°C (84°F) in May.
What is the rainiest month in North Caribbean Coast?
October is the wettest month, with about 358 mm (14.1 in) of rain on average. March is the driest, with about 44 mm (1.7 in).
What is the hottest month in North Caribbean Coast?
May is the warmest, with average highs of 29°C (84°F) and lows of 27°C (81°F). January is the coolest, with highs of 27°C (81°F) and lows of 25°C (77°F).
Does North Caribbean Coast have a rainy season?
Yes. May–Nov is the rainy season (150 mm or more a month), while Mar–Apr is usually dry (under 60 mm).
How warm is the sea in North Caribbean Coast?
The sea is warmest in September at about 30°C (87°F) and coolest in February at about 28°C (82°F). It is warm enough for swimming all year.
Sources: 2001–2025 monthly averages from NASA POWER (MERRA-2 reanalysis for Puerto Cabezas), sea temperature from Open-Meteo Marine, forecast and current conditions from Open-Meteo. Page updated . How we rate months
Compare places in North Caribbean Coast
Weather can differ a lot within North Caribbean Coast: coasts, hills and mountains each have their own climate.
| Place | Best months | Rainy months | Highs | Rain a year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Puerto Cabezas | Jan–Apr | May–Nov | 27–29°C | 2,078 mm |
| Siuna | Dec–Mar | Jun, Oct | 28–34°C | 1,191 mm |