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Destination Guides - North America / Nicaragua
Travel Advice on Health, Climate, Local Info, Customs and Laws
| Travel Advice/Warnings |
| The stability of Nicaragua cannot be guaranteed, check with the FCO before travel. Keep valuables and travel documents safe and carry a photocopy of your passport with you. Take sensible precautions, do not draw attention to yourself and use only authorised money changers. Do not resist a robbery as some criminals carry weapons. |
| Vaccinations & Health Alerts |
| It is recommended that you vaccinate against Hep A, Typhoid and carry proof of Yellow Fever if travelling from an infected country. Take measures to avoid being bitten by mosquitoes as Malaria and Dengue Fever are present. It is not advisable to drink locally produced alcohol. |
| Seasonal Climate |
| Month |
Jan |
Feb |
Mar |
Apr |
May |
Jun |
Jul |
Aug |
Sep |
Oct |
Nov |
Dec |
| Temp (c) |
26 |
29 |
30 |
30 |
29 |
27 |
27 |
27 |
26 |
26 |
26 |
26 |
| Rainfall (cm) |
0 |
0 |
0.25 |
0.25 |
7 |
30 |
13 |
13 |
18 |
25 |
6 |
0.5 |
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| Temperatures are hot all year but cooler in the northern mountains. The wet season runs from April to October and the hurricane season from June to November. |
BBC - Weather Centre - Forecast for Managua, Nicaragua
| Tuesday |
Max Temp: 30°C (86°F), Min Temp: 24°C (75°F), Wind Direction: S, Wind Speed: 3mph, Visibility: moderate, Pressure: 1013mb, Humidity: 72%, Sunrise: 05:34CST, Sunset: 17:51CST |
| Wednesday |
Max Temp: 29°C (84°F), Min Temp: 24°C (75°F), Wind Direction: S, Wind Speed: 3mph, Visibility: moderate, Pressure: 1012mb, Humidity: 78%, Sunrise: 05:34CST, Sunset: 17:50CST |
| Thursday |
Max Temp: 29°C (84°F), Min Temp: 25°C (77°F), Wind Direction: WSW, Wind Speed: 4mph, Visibility: good, Pressure: 1011mb, Humidity: 77%, Sunrise: 05:34CST, Sunset: 17:49CST |
(by the BBC Weather Centre in association with the Met Office) |
| Local Customs/Laws |
| Possession of small quantities of drugs can lead to imprisonment. |
| Getting Around |
| Travel is challenging as Nicaragua has no rail service and only a small number of the roads are of a decent standard. Air travel is possible. Travel is more difficult during the wetter months. Driving standards are poor and armed bandits operate in the country. Use only authorised taxis and negotiate the fare first, never share with a stranger. |
| Public Holidays/Festivals |
| New Year on 1 January, Easter from 2-5 April 10, Labour Day on 1 May, Revolution Day on 19 July, Independence Day on 15 September, All Souls on 2 November, Immaculate Conception on 8 December and Christmas Day on 25 December. |
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| Visa Requirements |
| Nicaragua is part of the Central America Border Control Agreement (CA-4). Under the terms of this agreement, British tourists may travel within any of the CA-4 countries (Honduras, Nicaragua, El Salvador and Guatemala) for a period of up to 90 days, without completing entry and exit formalities at Border Immigration checkpoints. This period begins at the first point of entry into any of the CA-4 countries. Fines are applied for travellers who exceed this 90 day limit, although you may apply for an extension of up to 30 days before the 90 days limit expires. You must have 6 months validity remaining on your passport and an onward ticket. |
| British Embassy Details |
| There is no Embassy in Nicaragua, Costa Rica will deal with any issues; Apartado 815-1007, Edificio Cento Colon, (Piso 11), San Jose, Costa Rica. Tel: 506 258 2025 or 506 225 4049 out of hours. Alternatively, the British Honorary Consul can be contacted on: Apartado Postal (P O Box) 2382, Managua, Nicaragua. Tel: (00)(506) 2258 2020 or (506) 2256 8574 out of hours. |
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