Climate Overview
The climate in Bluefields is hot. The average annual temperature is 27°C and approximately 2817mm of precipitation falls per year. Bluefields receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Bluefields is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: September, May, October. The coldest months are January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to 24°C.
Temperature
Bluefields has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 6°C range. The warmest month is September, when average highs reach 30°C and the mean temperature sits around 27°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 24°C and an average of 25°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 4°C between highs and lows.
Precipitation
Bluefields is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2817mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 235mm per month. The wettest month is June, averaging 391mm of rainfall. October and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 67mm. That's 324mm less than June, 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
Bluefields is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 12km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 15km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in September, with average winds dropping to 8km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 7km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 14km/h in winter, 12km/h in spring, 11km/h in summer, 9km/h in autumn.
Seasons
87 days until Winter
It is currently autumn in Bluefields, which began on September 23, 2026. Bluefields 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 September at around 30°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near 24°C. Winter is next, beginning on December 21, 2026 (87 days from now).
Spring
Temperatures range from 25 to 29°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 413mm across the season with a monthly average of 138mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 12km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.
Summer
Temperatures range from 25 to 29°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 1059mm across the season with a monthly average of 353mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 11km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal. Perfect conditions for outdoor activities.
Autumn
Temperatures range from 24 to 30°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 970mm across the season with a monthly average of 323mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 9km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from 24 to 27°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 374mm across the season with a monthly average of 125mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 14km/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 Bluefields 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.
