City, Nicaragua
León weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to León
Dec–Mar is dry and hot, while Apr is extremely hot. May–Nov has afternoon storms, humidity and quieter streets.
León weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan34°2 mm
- Feb35°2 mm
- Mar36°8 mm
- Apr36°35 mm
- May33°216 mm
- Jun31°229 mm
- Jul32°114 mm
- Aug32°173 mm
- Sep31°299 mm
- Oct30°294 mm
- Nov31°68 mm
- Dec32°10 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 34°C93°F | 23°C73°F | 2 mm | 57% | Hot |
| February | 35°C95°F | 23°C74°F | 2 mm | 54% | Hot |
| March | 36°C97°F | 24°C76°F | 8 mm | 51% | Very hot |
| April | 36°C97°F | 26°C78°F | 35 mm | 54% | Very hot |
| May | 33°C92°F | 26°C78°F | 216 mm | 69% | Rainy |
| June | 31°C87°F | 25°C76°F | 229 mm | 80% | Rainy |
| July | 32°C90°F | 24°C76°F | 114 mm | 75% | Hot & humid |
| August | 32°C90°F | 25°C76°F | 173 mm | 74% | Rainy |
| September | 31°C87°F | 24°C76°F | 299 mm | 80% | Rainy |
| October | 30°C85°F | 24°C75°F | 294 mm | 83% | Rainy |
| November | 31°C87°F | 23°C73°F | 68 mm | 77% | Pleasant |
| December | 32°C90°F | 22°C72°F | 10 mm | 68% | Pleasant |
Best months across Nicaragua
| Place | Best months | Warmest month |
|---|---|---|
| San Juan del Sur | Dec–Apr | Apr (33°C) |
| Granada | Dec–Apr | Apr (36°C) |
| León | Dec–Mar | Apr (36°C) |
| Ometepe | Dec–Apr | Apr (33°C) |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit León?
Dec–Mar. Dec–Mar is dry and hot, while Apr is extremely hot. May–Nov has afternoon storms, humidity and quieter streets.
When is the rainy season in León?
Rain peaks in September with about 299 mm. Months with 150 mm or more: May–Jun, Aug–Oct.
What is the hottest month in León?
April, with average highs of 36°C (97°F).
How cold does León get?
The coolest nights are in December, averaging 22°C (72°F).
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Sources
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.