Climate Insights for Ciudad Darío

Departamento de Matagalpa, Nicaragua

Hottest
April
32°C peak
Coldest
February
20°C low
Wettest
October
268mm rain
Best to Visit
January, February, December
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Ciudad Darío is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 25°C and approximately 1151mm of precipitation falls per year. October is the wettest month, receiving around 268mm of rainfall. Ciudad Darío 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 February, January, March, when temperatures can drop to 20°C.

Temperature

0° 10° 20° 30° 40° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 29° Average: 24° Min: 20° Feb Max: 29° Average: 24° Min: 20° Mar Max: 31° Average: 25° Min: 20° Apr Max: 32° Average: 27° Min: 21° May Max: 32° Average: 26° Min: 22° Jun Max: 29° Average: 25° Min: 22° Jul Max: 29° Average: 25° Min: 22° Aug Max: 30° Average: 25° Min: 22° Sep Max: 30° Average: 25° Min: 21° Oct Max: 29° Average: 24° Min: 21° Nov Max: 29° Average: 24° Min: 21° Dec Max: 28° Average: 24° Min: 20°
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Average
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Ciudad Darío sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 20°C to 32°C. The warmest month is April, when average highs reach 32°C and the mean temperature sits around 27°C. February is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 20°C and an average of 24°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm 250mm 300mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 3mm Feb Precipitation: 4mm Mar Precipitation: 7mm Apr Precipitation: 26mm May Precipitation: 181mm Jun Precipitation: 212mm Jul Precipitation: 56mm Aug Precipitation: 101mm Sep Precipitation: 180mm Oct Precipitation: 268mm Nov Precipitation: 102mm Dec Precipitation: 13mm
Precipitation

Ciudad Darío is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1151mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 96mm per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 268mm of rainfall. June and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 3mm. That's 265mm 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: 17km/h Feb Wind Speed: 17km/h Mar Wind Speed: 15km/h Apr Wind Speed: 13km/h May Wind Speed: 10km/h Jun Wind Speed: 10km/h Jul Wind Speed: 15km/h Aug Wind Speed: 11km/h Sep Wind Speed: 8km/h Oct Wind Speed: 7km/h Nov Wind Speed: 11km/h Dec Wind Speed: 16km/h
Wind Speed

Ciudad Darío is mildly breezy, 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 17km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in October, with average winds dropping to 7km/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 16km/h in winter, 13km/h in spring, 12km/h in summer, 9km/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 Ciudad Darío, which began on September 23, 2026. Ciudad Darío 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 32°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in February near 20°C. Winter is next, beginning on December 21, 2026 (87 days from now).

Spring

Temperatures range from 20 to 32°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 213mm for the season, averaging 71mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 13km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 22 to 30°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 369mm across the season with a monthly average of 123mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 12km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal. Perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 21 to 30°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 549mm across the season with a monthly average of 183mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 9km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 20 to 29°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 19mm for the entire season. Winds are moderate at around 16km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

Jan 24°
Feb 24°
Mar 25°
Apr 27°
May 26°
Jun 25°
Jul 25°
Aug 25°
Sep 25°
Oct 24°
Nov 24°
Dec 24°

The best time to visit Ciudad Darío is during January, February and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 24°C with modest rainfall averaging 6mm per month. By contrast, April can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 32°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Ciudad Darío 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
20 °C
29 °C
17 km/h
3 mm
0 cm
Feb
20 °C
29 °C
17 km/h
4 mm
0 cm
Mar
20 °C
31 °C
15 km/h
7 mm
0 cm
Apr
21 °C
32 °C
13 km/h
26 mm
0 cm
May
22 °C
32 °C
10 km/h
181 mm
0 cm
Jun
22 °C
29 °C
10 km/h
212 mm
0 cm
Jul
22 °C
29 °C
15 km/h
56 mm
0 cm
Aug
22 °C
30 °C
11 km/h
101 mm
0 cm
Sep Current
21 °C
30 °C
8 km/h
180 mm
0 cm
Oct
21 °C
29 °C
7 km/h
268 mm
0 cm
Nov
21 °C
29 °C
11 km/h
102 mm
0 cm
Dec
20 °C
28 °C
16 km/h
13 mm
0 cm
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