Matagalpa Department weather
Today's sky, the hour-by-hour rain chance and the 16-day forecast for Matagalpa Department, Nicaragua. Like most weather services, we show Matagalpa Department at one spot: Matagalpa, its largest city. At 6:45 PM local time it was cloudy and 22°C (72°F). Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 1 PM, 2 PM (3.0 mm total). Best months for weather: Nov–Apr.
Current conditions
- Clouds
- 96%
- Chance of rain
- 49%
- Rain
- 0.1 mm/h
Hourly Forecast
Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 1 PM, 2 PM (3.0 mm total)
Daily Forecast
Best Time to Visit
Peak season Nov–AprOff season May–Jun, Sep–Oct
About Matagalpa weather
Is it raining in Matagalpa right now?
No. It’s cloudy and 22° right now. Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 1 PM, 2 PM (3.0 mm total).
What’s the weather like in Matagalpa this week?
Over the next 7 days, expect highs of 27–29° and lows of 20–21°. Rain is likely on 7 of 7 days (Saturday, Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday). The driest day looks like Saturday.
Has it been raining in Matagalpa lately?
In the past 7 days, Matagalpa had 1 rainy day and 9.5 mm of rain in total.
What should I pack for Matagalpa?
For the coming week, bring an umbrella or rain jacket, light, breathable clothes and sunscreen.
Matagalpa Department weather by month
When is the best time to visit Matagalpa Department?
Based on weather alone, the best time to visit Matagalpa Department is Nov–Apr, according to NASA's 2001–2025 climate averages. May–Jun, Sep–Oct tends to be the least pleasant. Average highs run from 26°C (79°F) in November to 33°C (91°F) in April.
What is the rainiest month in Matagalpa Department?
September is the wettest month, with about 235 mm (9.3 in) of rain on average. February is the driest, with about 7 mm (0.3 in).
What is the hottest month in Matagalpa Department?
April is the warmest, with average highs of 33°C (91°F) and lows of 20°C (69°F). November is the coolest, with highs of 26°C (79°F) and lows of 19°C (66°F).
Does Matagalpa Department have a rainy season?
Yes. May–Jun, Sep–Oct is the rainy season (150 mm or more a month), while Nov–Apr is usually dry (under 60 mm).
Sources: 2001–2025 monthly averages from NASA POWER (MERRA-2 reanalysis for Matagalpa), forecast and current conditions from Open-Meteo. Page updated . How we rate months
Compare places in Matagalpa Department
Weather can differ a lot within Matagalpa Department: coasts, hills and mountains each have their own climate.
| Place | Best months | Rainy months | Highs | Rain a year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Matagalpa | Nov–Apr | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | 26–33°C | 1,195 mm |
| Río Blanco | Dec–Mar | Jun, Sep–Oct | 28–35°C | 1,234 mm |