Climate Insights for San José de La Vega

Nicaragua

Hottest
May
32°C peak89°F peak
Coldest
January
21°C low69°F low
Wettest
October
254 mm rain10 in rain
Best to Visit
January, February, December
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in San José de La Vega is hot. The average annual temperature is 25°C and approximately 1,652 mm of precipitation falls per year. San José de La Vega receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. San José de La Vega is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: May, April, September. The coldest months are January, February, March, when temperatures can drop to 21°C.The climate in San José de La Vega is hot. The average annual temperature is 77°F and approximately 65 in of precipitation falls per year. San José de La Vega receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. San José de La Vega is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: May, April, September. The coldest months are January, February, March, when temperatures can drop to 69°F.

Temperature

0°10°20°30°40°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 28°Average: 24°Min: 21°FebMax: 28°Average: 24°Min: 21°MarMax: 30°Average: 25°Min: 21°AprMax: 32°Average: 27°Min: 22°MayMax: 32°Average: 27°Min: 23°JunMax: 30°Average: 26°Min: 23°JulMax: 29°Average: 25°Min: 23°AugMax: 30°Average: 25°Min: 23°SepMax: 30°Average: 26°Min: 22°OctMax: 30°Average: 25°Min: 22°NovMax: 29°Average: 25°Min: 22°DecMax: 28°Average: 24°Min: 21°
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0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 82°FAverage: 75°FMin: 69°FFebMax: 83°FAverage: 76°FMin: 69°FMarMax: 86°FAverage: 77°FMin: 70°FAprMax: 89°FAverage: 80°FMin: 72°FMayMax: 89°FAverage: 81°FMin: 74°FJunMax: 86°FAverage: 78°FMin: 73°FJulMax: 84°FAverage: 77°FMin: 73°FAugMax: 85°FAverage: 78°FMin: 73°FSepMax: 87°FAverage: 78°FMin: 72°FOctMax: 86°FAverage: 78°FMin: 72°FNovMax: 84°FAverage: 76°FMin: 71°FDecMax: 82°FAverage: 75°FMin: 70°F
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San José de La Vega sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 21°C to 32°C. The warmest month is May, when average highs reach 32°C and the mean temperature sits around 27°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 21°C and an average of 24°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 7°C between highs and lows.San José de La Vega sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 69°F to 89°F. The warmest month is May, when average highs reach 89°F and the mean temperature sits around 81°F. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 69°F and an average of 75°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 13°F between highs and lows.

Precipitation

0mm50mm100mm150mm200mm250mm300mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 52mmFebPrecipitation: 48mmMarPrecipitation: 42mmAprPrecipitation: 47mmMayPrecipitation: 177mmJunPrecipitation: 253mmJulPrecipitation: 179mmAugPrecipitation: 180mmSepPrecipitation: 189mmOctPrecipitation: 254mmNovPrecipitation: 153mmDecPrecipitation: 79mm
Precipitation
0in2in4in6in8in10inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 2inFebPrecipitation: 1.9inMarPrecipitation: 1.6inAprPrecipitation: 1.9inMayPrecipitation: 7inJunPrecipitation: 10inJulPrecipitation: 7inAugPrecipitation: 7.1inSepPrecipitation: 7.4inOctPrecipitation: 10inNovPrecipitation: 6inDecPrecipitation: 3.1in
Precipitation

San José de La Vega is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,652 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 138 mm per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 254 mm of rainfall. June and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is March, with just 42 mm. That's 212 mm 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.San José de La Vega is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 65 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 5.4 in per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 10 in of rainfall. June and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is March, with just 1.7 in. That's 8.3 in 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/h5km/h10km/h15km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 13km/hFebWind Speed: 13km/hMarWind Speed: 12km/hAprWind Speed: 10km/hMayWind Speed: 9km/hJunWind Speed: 9km/hJulWind Speed: 11km/hAugWind Speed: 9km/hSepWind Speed: 7km/hOctWind Speed: 7km/hNovWind Speed: 10km/hDecWind Speed: 12km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mph10mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 8mphFebWind Speed: 8mphMarWind Speed: 7mphAprWind Speed: 6mphMayWind Speed: 5mphJunWind Speed: 5mphJulWind Speed: 7mphAugWind Speed: 5mphSepWind Speed: 4mphOctWind Speed: 4mphNovWind Speed: 6mphDecWind Speed: 8mph
Wind Speed

San José de La Vega is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 10km/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 13km/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. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 6km/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 13km/h in winter, 10km/h in spring, 10km/h in summer, 8km/h in autumn.San José de La Vega is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 6mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 8mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in October, with average winds dropping to 4mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 4mph 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 8mph in winter, 6mph in spring, 6mph in summer, 5mph in autumn.

Best Time to Visit

Jan24°75°F
Feb24°76°F
Mar25°77°F
Apr27°80°F
May27°81°F
Jun26°78°F
Jul25°77°F
Aug25°78°F
Sep26°78°F
Oct25°78°F
Nov25°76°F
Dec24°75°F

The best time to visit San José de La Vega 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 60 mm per month. By contrast, May can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 32°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.The best time to visit San José de La Vega is during January, February and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 75°F with modest rainfall averaging 2.4 in per month. By contrast, May can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 89°F. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for San José de La Vega 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.The table below shows monthly climate averages for San José de La Vega based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Fahrenheit (°F). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in miles per hour (mph). 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 °C69 °F
28 °C82 °F
13 km/h8 mph
52 mm2 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
21 °C69 °F
28 °C83 °F
13 km/h8 mph
48 mm1.9 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
21 °C70 °F
30 °C86 °F
12 km/h7 mph
42 mm1.6 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
22 °C72 °F
32 °C89 °F
10 km/h6 mph
47 mm1.9 in
0 cm0 in
May
23 °C74 °F
32 °C89 °F
9 km/h5 mph
177 mm7 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
23 °C73 °F
30 °C86 °F
9 km/h5 mph
253 mm10 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
23 °C73 °F
29 °C84 °F
11 km/h7 mph
179 mm7 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
23 °C73 °F
30 °C85 °F
9 km/h5 mph
180 mm7.1 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
22 °C72 °F
30 °C87 °F
7 km/h4 mph
189 mm7.4 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
22 °C72 °F
30 °C86 °F
7 km/h4 mph
254 mm10 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
22 °C71 °F
29 °C84 °F
10 km/h6 mph
153 mm6 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
21 °C70 °F
28 °C82 °F
12 km/h8 mph
79 mm3.1 in
0 cm0 in