Las Peñitas, Nicaragua: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]
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Traveling to Las Peñitas, Nicaragua? If you're planning to go to Las Peñitas, below is some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.
Contents
- When to go to Las Peñitas
- Important essentials for Las Peñitas
- Activities for Las Peñitas
- Las Peñitas in January: weather and what to pack
- Las Peñitas in February: weather and what to pack
- Las Peñitas in March: weather and what to pack
- Las Peñitas in April: weather and what to pack
- Las Peñitas in May: weather and what to pack
- Las Peñitas in June: weather and what to pack
- Las Peñitas in July: weather and what to pack
- Las Peñitas in August: weather and what to pack
- Las Peñitas in September: weather and what to pack
- Las Peñitas in October: weather and what to pack
- Las Peñitas in November: weather and what to pack
- Las Peñitas in December: weather and what to pack
About your travel guide
Hi! I'm Dev. I've traveled all over the world and in my travels, I have made many packing lists. In this series, my team and I have compiled the most useful information, as well as things we couldn't live without, to help you plan your trip.
When to go to Las Peñitas, Nicaragua
Based on the climate and weather in Las Peñitas, the best time to go is December. See below for details.
Important essentials for Las Peñitas, Nicaragua
Here are some general tips on what to wear in Las Peñitas, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.
IMPORTANT COVID-19 ESSENTIALS
Kids' KN95 masks
N95 masks aren't sold for kids. These are a good alternative (and can also be used by adults if N95 masks are not available).
Hand sanitizer
This hand sanitizer is a good plane-friendly option.
N95 masks
These N95 masks provide the best level of protection you can have.
Travel disinfecting wipes
Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.
A vaccine card protector
Vaccine cards often wear away. An unreadable vaccination card can cause severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps avoid that.
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Proof of COVID-19 vaccination/negative test
Touchless thermometer
A touchless thermometer is important to have.
Other health necessities
Emergency water purifier
Some areas of this country may have potentially unsafe tap water, so it's useful to bring an emergency water purifier like this one.
Travel first aid kit
This one is a excellent option.
Emergency rapid COVID-19 test
U.S. residents can get them free here. Otherwise, you can buy them here.
Emergency motion sickness relief
Don't forget these
Voice and data SIM card
A SIM card that works in Las Peñitas. A good global SIM card works in most countries, but check the country list before buying.
Airplane or car necessities
Photography accessories
- cell phone photography gimbal
- camera drone for outdoor shots
- extra batteries
- extra memory cards
Money/passport pouch
A money pouch is vital for protecting your passport and credit cards.
Power bank for devices
A portable power bank, like this one
Plug adapter
A plug adapter that supports outlet types A and B. This one should be sufficient for most areas, but you may want to check with your hotel.
For families with young children
Activities for Las Peñitas, Nicaragua
Here are some activity recommendations and activity-specific packing tips for Las Peñitas.
Cerro Negro Volcano
Flor de Cana Rum Factory
Masaya Volcano
Masaya
Old Cathedral of Managua (Antigua Catedral de Managua)
What to wear/what to pack for Las Peñitas, Nicaragua by month
Already know when you're traveling?
January
If you go to Las Peñitas in January, you will notice that it can be very hot. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the high 70s F (mid 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
Bug repellent
Insulated water bottle
Our first choice:
Skirts
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
Breatheable shirts
A good breatheable shirt can cool you down quickly and guard against skin damage:
Loose-fit shorts
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses to provide UV protection and cool you.
Waterproof sandals
Sunglasses
If you're going to the beach
February
February in Las Peñitas is really hot. Temperatures average in the low 80s F (high 20s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher.
What to wear/what to pack:
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses to provide UV protection and help you stay cool.
Sunglasses
Insulated water bottle
Our best choice:
Breatheable shirts
A breatheable shirt can keep you comfortable and guard against the sun:
Bug repellent
Waterproof sandals
Loose-fit shorts
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
Skirts
If you're going to the beach
March
March is constantly hot. Temperatures average in the low 80s F (high 20s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher.
What to wear/what to pack:
Loose-fit shorts
Sunglasses
Skirts
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses offer UV protection and keep you cool.
Insulated water bottle
Our first choice:
Breatheable shirts
A breatheable shirt can cool you down quickly and guard against the sun:
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
Bug repellent
Waterproof sandals
If you're going to the beach
April
If you are traveling to Las Peñitas in April, you will notice that it is extremely hot. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the low 80s F (high 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
Skirts
Bug repellent
Insulated water bottle
Our fave:
Breatheable shirts
A breatheable shirt can make you comfortable and guard against skin damage:
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
Sunglasses
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses to provide UV protection and cool you.
Loose-fit shorts
Waterproof sandals
If you're going to the beach
May
Traveling to Las Peñitas in May, you will notice that it can be very hot. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the low 80s F (high 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
Insulated water bottle
Our first choice:
Breatheable shirts
A cooling shirt can keep you cool and guard against the sun:
Skirts
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
Waterproof sandals
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses offer UV protection and cool you.
Bug repellent
Sunglasses
Loose-fit shorts
If you're going to the beach
June
June in Las Peñitas can be sweltering. Temperatures average in the high 70s F (mid 20s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher.
What to wear/what to pack:
Insulated water bottle
Our favorite:
Breatheable shirts
A breathing shirt can keep you comfortable and protect you from the sun:
Waterproof sandals
Sunglasses
Bug repellent
Skirts
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses offer UV protection and keep you cool.
Loose-fit shorts
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
If you're going to the beach
July
July in this region can be very hot. Temperatures average in the low 80s F (high 20s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher.
What to wear/what to pack:
Loose-fit shorts
Sunglasses
Insulated water bottle
Our favorite:
Skirts
Breatheable shirts
A breatheable shirt can keep you cool and protect you from UV rays:
Bug repellent
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses can provide UV protection and keep you cool.
Waterproof sandals
If you're going to the beach
August
Traveling to Las Peñitas in August, you will notice that it is constantly hot. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the high 70s F (mid 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
Bug repellent
Loose-fit shorts
Waterproof sandals
Insulated water bottle
Our best choice:
Skirts
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses can provide UV protection and keep you cool.
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
Breatheable shirts
A breathing shirt can keep you comfortable and protect you from the sun:
Sunglasses
If you're going to the beach
September
Traveling to Las Peñitas in September, you will notice that it is constantly hot. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the high 70s F (mid 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
Sunglasses
Breatheable shirts
A breathing shirt can make you comfortable and guard against the sun:
Insulated water bottle
Our best choice:
Skirts
Waterproof sandals
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
Bug repellent
Loose-fit shorts
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses can provide UV protection and cool you.
If you're going to the beach
October
October for Las Peñitas is extremely hot. Temperatures average in the high 70s F (mid 20s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher.
What to wear/what to pack:
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
Insulated water bottle
Our first choice:
Loose-fit shorts
Bug repellent
Sunglasses
Waterproof sandals
Skirts
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses include UV protection and keep you cool.
Breatheable shirts
A cooling shirt can make you comfortable and guard against the sun:
If you're going to the beach
November
November is extremely warm. Temperatures average in the high 70s F (mid 20s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher.
What to wear/what to pack:
Breatheable shirts
A good breatheable shirt can keep you cool and protect you from UV rays:
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses to provide UV protection and keep you cool.
Skirts
Loose-fit shorts
Insulated water bottle
Our pick:
Waterproof sandals
Sunglasses
Bug repellent
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
If you're going to the beach
December
If you go to Las Peñitas in December, you will notice that it is extremely warm. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the high 70s F (mid 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
Insulated water bottle
Our best choice:
Bug repellent
Waterproof sandals
Loose-fit shorts
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
Skirts
Sunglasses
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses to provide UV protection and cool you.
Breatheable shirts
A good breatheable shirt can make you comfortable and protect you from skin damage:
If you're going to the beach
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