Climate Insights for Cuapa

Departamento de Chontales, Nicaragua

Hottest
April
33°C peak
Coldest
January
21°C low
Wettest
October
271mm rain
Best to Visit
January, December
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Cuapa is hot. The average annual temperature is 26°C and approximately 1220mm of precipitation falls per year. October is the wettest month, receiving around 271mm of rainfall. Cuapa 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 21°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: 21° Feb Max: 30° Average: 25° Min: 21° Mar Max: 31° Average: 26° Min: 22° Apr Max: 33° Average: 28° Min: 23° May Max: 32° Average: 27° Min: 24° Jun Max: 30° Average: 26° Min: 23° Jul Max: 30° Average: 26° Min: 23° Aug Max: 30° Average: 26° Min: 23° Sep Max: 30° Average: 26° Min: 23° Oct Max: 30° Average: 25° Min: 23° Nov Max: 29° Average: 25° Min: 22° Dec Max: 29° Average: 25° Min: 22°
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Average
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Cuapa sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 21°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 21°C and an average of 25°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 8°C between highs and lows.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm 250mm 300mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 8mm Feb Precipitation: 10mm Mar Precipitation: 8mm Apr Precipitation: 18mm May Precipitation: 165mm Jun Precipitation: 221mm Jul Precipitation: 79mm Aug Precipitation: 121mm Sep Precipitation: 169mm Oct Precipitation: 271mm Nov Precipitation: 124mm Dec Precipitation: 27mm
Precipitation

Cuapa is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1220mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 102mm per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 271mm of rainfall. June and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is March, with just 8mm. That's 263mm 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: 17km/h Apr Wind Speed: 14km/h May Wind Speed: 11km/h Jun Wind Speed: 12km/h Jul Wind Speed: 17km/h Aug Wind Speed: 13km/h Sep Wind Speed: 9km/h Oct Wind Speed: 9km/h Nov Wind Speed: 14km/h Dec Wind Speed: 18km/h
Wind Speed

Cuapa 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, 14km/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 Cuapa, which began on September 23, 2026. Cuapa 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 21°C. Winter is next, beginning on December 21, 2026 (87 days from now).

Spring

Temperatures range from 22 to 33°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 190mm for the season, averaging 63mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 14km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season. It is a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 23 to 30°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 422mm across the season with a monthly average of 141mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 14km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal. Perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 22 to 30°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 563mm across the season with a monthly average of 188mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 11km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 21 to 30°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 45mm for the entire season. Winds are moderate at around 19km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

Jan 25°
Feb 25°
Mar 26°
Apr 28°
May 27°
Jun 26°
Jul 26°
Aug 26°
Sep 26°
Oct 25°
Nov 25°
Dec 25°

The best time to visit Cuapa is during January and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 25°C with modest rainfall averaging 18mm per month. By contrast, April can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 33°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 Cuapa 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
21 °C
29 °C
19 km/h
8 mm
0 cm
Feb
21 °C
30 °C
19 km/h
10 mm
0 cm
Mar
22 °C
31 °C
17 km/h
8 mm
0 cm
Apr
23 °C
33 °C
14 km/h
18 mm
0 cm
May
24 °C
32 °C
11 km/h
165 mm
0 cm
Jun
23 °C
30 °C
12 km/h
221 mm
0 cm
Jul
23 °C
30 °C
17 km/h
79 mm
0 cm
Aug
23 °C
30 °C
13 km/h
121 mm
0 cm
Sep Current
23 °C
30 °C
9 km/h
169 mm
0 cm
Oct
23 °C
30 °C
9 km/h
271 mm
0 cm
Nov
22 °C
29 °C
14 km/h
124 mm
0 cm
Dec
22 °C
29 °C
18 km/h
27 mm
0 cm
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