Monthly climate guide
San Juan del Sur weather in January
Expect hot weather in San Juan del Sur in January: afternoons reach about 30°C (86°F), while nights drop to around 24°C (76°F). Around 2 mm of rain falls over the month (very dry), and skies are a mix of sun and cloud. Daytime highs are about the same as December and about the same as February.
What stands out in January
- It's humid — around 72% — so the heat feels heavier.
- San Juan del Sur is usually about 2°C cooler than Managua, 110 km away, in January.
- It's one of the drier months, with about 98% less rain than San Juan del Sur's average.
- January sits in San Juan del Sur's drier season — usually a comfortable time to visit.
It's usually the driest month of the year.
Avg high
30°C
86°F
Avg low
24°C
76°F
Rainfall
2 mm
very dry
Humidity
72%
relative
Sky
40%
cloud · a mix of sun and cloud
San Juan del Sur weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30°C / 86°F | 24°C / 76°F | 2 mm | 72% | 40% |
| February | 31°C / 88°F | 25°C / 76°F | 2 mm | 67% | 33% |
| March | 32°C / 90°F | 25°C / 78°F | 3 mm | 64% | 34% |
| April | 33°C / 91°F | 27°C / 80°F | 21 mm | 64% | 50% |
| May | 31°C / 88°F | 27°C / 81°F | 208 mm | 71% | 77% |
| June | 30°C / 85°F | 27°C / 80°F | 194 mm | 79% | 83% |
| July | 30°C / 86°F | 26°C / 79°F | 95 mm | 79% | 81% |
| August | 30°C / 86°F | 27°C / 80°F | 188 mm | 78% | 78% |
| September | 29°C / 85°F | 27°C / 80°F | 269 mm | 79% | 78% |
| October | 29°C / 83°F | 26°C / 79°F | 395 mm | 80% | 78% |
| November | 29°C / 84°F | 26°C / 78°F | 204 mm | 79% | 60% |
| December | 29°C / 85°F | 25°C / 77°F | 13 mm | 78% | 48% |
What to pack for January
- Light, breathable clothing (cotton or linen)
- A sun hat and high-SPF sunscreen
- A refillable water bottle
Is January a good time to visit San Juan del Sur?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit San Juan del Sur →Other Nicaragua cities in January
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San Juan del Sur in January: quick answers
Is January a good time to visit San Juan del Sur?
Yes. January is one of the best months for San Juan del Sur, with highs around 30°C and about 2 mm of rain.
How warm is San Juan del Sur in January?
Average highs are about 30°C (86°F) and average lows about 24°C (76°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in San Juan del Sur in January?
San Juan del Sur typically gets around 2 mm of rain in January — very dry. It's usually the driest month of the year.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around San Juan del Sur (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.