Climate Insights for Acoyapa

Departamento de Chontales, Nicaragua

Hottest
April
33°C peak
Coldest
January
22°C low
Wettest
October
317mm rain
Best to Visit
Varies throughout year

Climate Overview

The climate in Acoyapa is hot. The average annual temperature is 26°C and approximately 1367mm of precipitation falls per year. October is the wettest month, receiving around 317mm of rainfall. Acoyapa is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: April, May, March. The coldest months are January, February, March, when temperatures can drop to 22°C.

Temperature

0° 10° 20° 30° 40° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 29° Average: 25° Min: 22° Feb Max: 30° Average: 26° Min: 22° Mar Max: 31° Average: 27° Min: 23° Apr Max: 33° Average: 28° Min: 24° May Max: 32° Average: 28° Min: 25° Jun Max: 30° Average: 26° Min: 24° Jul Max: 30° Average: 27° Min: 24° Aug Max: 31° Average: 27° Min: 24° Sep Max: 31° Average: 27° Min: 24° Oct Max: 30° Average: 26° Min: 23° Nov Max: 29° Average: 26° Min: 23° Dec Max: 29° Average: 25° Min: 23°
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Acoyapa sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 22°C to 33°C. The warmest month is April, when average highs reach 33°C and the mean temperature sits around 28°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 22°C and an average of 25°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 7°C between highs and lows.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm 250mm 300mm 350mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 13mm Feb Precipitation: 13mm Mar Precipitation: 11mm Apr Precipitation: 20mm May Precipitation: 157mm Jun Precipitation: 228mm Jul Precipitation: 98mm Aug Precipitation: 145mm Sep Precipitation: 185mm Oct Precipitation: 317mm Nov Precipitation: 145mm Dec Precipitation: 34mm
Precipitation

Acoyapa is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1367mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 114mm per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 317mm of rainfall. June and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is March, with just 11mm. That's 307mm less than October, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.

Wind

0km/h 5km/h 10km/h 15km/h 20km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 19km/h Feb Wind Speed: 19km/h Mar Wind Speed: 18km/h Apr Wind Speed: 15km/h May Wind Speed: 11km/h Jun Wind Speed: 12km/h Jul Wind Speed: 17km/h Aug Wind Speed: 13km/h Sep Wind Speed: 10km/h Oct Wind Speed: 9km/h Nov Wind Speed: 14km/h Dec Wind Speed: 18km/h
Wind Speed

Acoyapa is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 14km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is January, averaging 19km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in October, with average winds dropping to 9km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 10km/h difference between the calmest and windiest months. This level of variation is worth factoring into travel plans. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 19km/h in winter, 15km/h in spring, 14km/h in summer, 11km/h in autumn.

Seasons

Winter
Dec 21
Spring
Mar 20
Summer
Jun 21
Autumn
Sep 23

87 days until Winter

It is currently autumn in Acoyapa, which began on September 23, 2026. Acoyapa is in the Northern Hemisphere, where spring begins in March, summer in June, autumn in September, and winter in December. The warmest period peaks in April at around 33°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near 22°C. Winter is next, beginning on December 21, 2026 (87 days from now).

Spring

Temperatures range from 23 to 33°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 187mm for the season, averaging 62mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 15km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season. It is a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 24 to 31°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 471mm across the season with a monthly average of 157mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 14km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal. Perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 23 to 31°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 648mm across the season with a monthly average of 216mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 11km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 22 to 30°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 60mm over the season and a monthly average of 20mm. Winds are moderate at around 19km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Acoyapa based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
22 °C
29 °C
19 km/h
13 mm
0 cm
Feb
22 °C
30 °C
19 km/h
13 mm
0 cm
Mar
23 °C
31 °C
18 km/h
11 mm
0 cm
Apr
24 °C
33 °C
15 km/h
20 mm
0 cm
May
25 °C
32 °C
11 km/h
157 mm
0 cm
Jun
24 °C
30 °C
12 km/h
228 mm
0 cm
Jul
24 °C
30 °C
17 km/h
98 mm
0 cm
Aug
24 °C
31 °C
13 km/h
145 mm
0 cm
Sep Current
24 °C
31 °C
10 km/h
185 mm
0 cm
Oct
23 °C
30 °C
9 km/h
317 mm
0 cm
Nov
23 °C
29 °C
14 km/h
145 mm
0 cm
Dec
23 °C
29 °C
18 km/h
34 mm
0 cm
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