Best time to travel to Nicaragua

The best travel time for Nicaragua is all year round. The temperature varies between 20°C and 35°C throughout the year and it only has two seasons.

In short:

  • The dry season runs from November to April;
  • The rainy season is from May to October, but do not be deterred from travelling in the rainy season, as the showers are usually limited to the afternoon.
  • The temperature varies between 25 and 30 degrees throughout the year.

All the information on the best time to travel in Nicaragua at a glance:

  • You can visit Nicaragua all year round;
  • The temperature varies between 25 and 30 degrees throughout the year;
  • On the Caribbean coast you will experience a higher humidity due to the presence of the rainforest;
  • The dry season runs from November to April;
  • The rainy season is from May to October;
  • These are short, heavy tropical showers. Sometimes such a rainstorm (temporarily) submerges the entire street. On the other hand, it never rains the whole day here, so you can also travel through Nicaragua during the rainy season;
  • In the rainy season nature is at its best, beautiful green.

The best time to travel in Nicaragua when travelling with children

All regular school holidays are an excellent travel period. In addition to beautiful natural areas, the country offers beautiful colonial towns and an idyllic coastline. You can travel in Nicaragua with a rental car; experience the freedom of travelling with a rental car!

Travel through Nicaragua?

Would you like to make a trip through Nicaragua yourself and are you curious about the possibilities? Then take a look at the travel itineraries that we have put together for inspiration. You can book these trips directly, but we are also happy to create a personal programme based on your wishes and ideas.

Do you have a question? Feel free to contact us. Call +31 73 610 62 04 or send an e-mail to info@sapapanatravel.nl. We are happy to help.

View our itineraries

Return to luxury holiday Nicaragua