Island in Rivas, Nicaragua
Ometepe weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Ometepe
Dec–Apr is dry and best for volcano hikes. May–Nov brings rain, mud and cloud, plus afternoon storms; the lake is rougher in Dec–Feb.
Ometepe weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan30°2 mm
- Feb31°2 mm
- Mar32°3 mm
- Apr33°23 mm
- May31°187 mm
- Jun30°182 mm
- Jul29°119 mm
- Aug30°178 mm
- Sep29°276 mm
- Oct29°316 mm
- Nov29°133 mm
- Dec29°9 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30°C85°F | 24°C75°F | 2 mm | 72% | Pleasant |
| February | 31°C87°F | 24°C76°F | 2 mm | 67% | Pleasant |
| March | 32°C89°F | 25°C77°F | 3 mm | 63% | Pleasant |
| April | 33°C91°F | 26°C79°F | 23 mm | 63% | Pleasant |
| May | 31°C88°F | 27°C80°F | 187 mm | 71% | Rainy |
| June | 30°C85°F | 26°C80°F | 182 mm | 79% | Rainy |
| July | 29°C85°F | 26°C79°F | 119 mm | 79% | Pleasant |
| August | 30°C85°F | 26°C80°F | 178 mm | 78% | Rainy |
| September | 29°C84°F | 26°C80°F | 276 mm | 79% | Rainy |
| October | 29°C83°F | 26°C79°F | 316 mm | 80% | Very wet |
| November | 29°C83°F | 25°C78°F | 133 mm | 79% | Pleasant |
| December | 29°C84°F | 25°C76°F | 9 mm | 76% | 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 Ometepe?
Dec–Apr. Dec–Apr is dry and best for volcano hikes. May–Nov brings rain, mud and cloud, plus afternoon storms; the lake is rougher in Dec–Feb.
When is the rainy season in Ometepe?
Rain peaks in October with about 316 mm. Months with 150 mm or more: May–Jun, Aug–Oct.
What is the hottest month in Ometepe?
April, with average highs of 33°C (91°F).
How cold does Ometepe get?
The coolest nights are in January, averaging 24°C (75°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 Spotted something out of date?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.