Climate Overview
The climate in Juigalpa is hot. The average annual temperature is 26°C and approximately 1284mm of precipitation falls per year. October is the wettest month, receiving around 323mm of rainfall. Juigalpa 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
Juigalpa has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 10°C range. The warmest month is April, when average highs reach 32°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 6°C between highs and lows.
Precipitation
Juigalpa is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1284mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 107mm per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 323mm of rainfall. May and June also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is March, with just 5mm. That's 317mm 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
Juigalpa is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 5km/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 6km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in October, with average winds dropping to 3km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 3km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.
Seasons
92 days until Autumn
It is currently summer in Juigalpa, which began on June 21, 2026. Juigalpa 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 January near 22°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 92 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from 23 to 32°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 269mm for the season, averaging 90mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.
Summer
Temperatures range from 24 to 30°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 353mm across the season with a monthly average of 118mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.
Autumn
Temperatures range from 24 to 30°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 620mm across the season with a monthly average of 207mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 3km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from 22 to 29°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 41mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 6km/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 Juigalpa 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.
