Monthly climate guide
León weather in April
April in León is typically very hot, with average daytime highs around 36°C (98°F) and night-time lows near 26°C (79°F). The month usually brings about 38 mm of rain (fairly dry) and is a mix of sun and cloud. Daytime highs are about the same as March and 3°C warmer than May.
What stands out in April
- Rain is well below León's usual level (around 71% less).
- Nights stay warm, rarely below 26°C — air-conditioning helps.
- It's one of the drier stretches of the year in León.
- Just 170 km apart, but León runs about 4°C warmer than San Juan del Sur this month.
April is typically León's warmest month.
Avg high
36°C
98°F
Avg low
26°C
79°F
Rainfall
38 mm
fairly dry
Humidity
55%
relative
Sky
43%
cloud · a mix of sun and cloud
León weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 34°C / 94°F | 23°C / 73°F | 1 mm | 59% | 32% |
| February | 35°C / 96°F | 24°C / 74°F | 2 mm | 55% | 26% |
| March | 36°C / 97°F | 25°C / 76°F | 4 mm | 51% | 23% |
| April | 36°C / 98°F | 26°C / 79°F | 38 mm | 55% | 43% |
| May | 33°C / 92°F | 26°C / 79°F | 236 mm | 71% | 73% |
| June | 31°C / 88°F | 25°C / 77°F | 245 mm | 80% | 77% |
| July | 33°C / 91°F | 25°C / 76°F | 98 mm | 74% | 70% |
| August | 33°C / 91°F | 25°C / 77°F | 185 mm | 74% | 70% |
| September | 31°C / 88°F | 25°C / 77°F | 302 mm | 81% | 75% |
| October | 30°C / 85°F | 24°C / 76°F | 368 mm | 84% | 75% |
| November | 31°C / 87°F | 23°C / 74°F | 104 mm | 79% | 51% |
| December | 32°C / 90°F | 22°C / 72°F | 16 mm | 71% | 36% |
What to pack for April
- Light, breathable clothing (cotton or linen)
- A sun hat and high-SPF sunscreen
- A refillable water bottle
- A small travel umbrella, just in case
Is April a good time to visit León?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit León →Other Nicaragua cities in April
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León in April: quick answers
Is April a good time to visit León?
It can be, if you like heat: April highs in León are around 36°C. Good for the beach; plan sightseeing for early morning and evening.
How warm is León in April?
Average highs are about 36°C (98°F) and average lows about 26°C (79°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in León in April?
León typically gets around 38 mm of rain in April — fairly dry.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around León (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.