When to go · San Juan del Sur
San Juan del Sur in August
Mixed month. Outside the best window (Nov–Apr (dry season; surf is smaller but the roads are passable)). Across Nicaragua: Rain returns; Santo Domingo festival in Managua (1–10 Aug).
Key facts
- Verdict
- Mixed
- Temperature
- 31°C88°F / 24°C75°F
- average high / low
- Rain days
- 13
- Crowds
- Low
- Nicaragua overall
- Prices
- Low
- Nicaragua overall
Verdict
Outside the best window (Nov–Apr (dry season; surf is smaller but the roads are passable)). Across Nicaragua: Rain returns; Santo Domingo festival in Managua (1–10 Aug).
Weather in August
- San Juan del SurHighs around 31 °C, lows around 24 °C, rain on about 13 daysHighs around 88 °F, lows around 75 °F, rain on about 13 days
- Pacific lowlands, Nicaragua · Granada, León, Managua, Ometepe, San Juan del Surrainy
Dry and breezy December–April; León is one of the hottest cities in the region in April (36 °C+). A drier spell (canícula) often breaks the rains in July–August.Dry and breezy December–April; León is one of the hottest cities in the region in April (97 °F+). A drier spell (canícula) often breaks the rains in July–August.
Crowds and prices
- Crowds · Nicaragua overall
- Low
- Prices · Nicaragua overall
- Low
Nicaragua overall: Rain returns; Santo Domingo festival in Managua (1–10 Aug).
What to pack
- Light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and sunscreen
- A rain jacket or umbrella and shoes that dry fast