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Prinzapolka, Nicaragua

North Caribbean Coast · Nicaragua

Prinzapolka is a small town in North Caribbean Coast, Nicaragua with a population of 394. Elevation: 3 ft (1 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).

Data updated June 2026

394 Population 0/sq mi density
3 ft Elevation 1 meters
78°F Avg Temperature 26°C
91.2 in Annual Rain
America / Managua Timezone

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About Prinzapolka

Prinzapolka

Prinzapolka is a Miskito municipality in the North Caribbean Coast Autonomous Region of Nicaragua.

People

Population394
Density0/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp78°F (26°C)
Rain91.2 in/yr
Sunny Days173/yr
Elevation3 ft (1 m)
Population394
Population Density0 / sq mi
Elevation3 ft (1 m)
Coordinates13.4066°, -83.5650°
TimezoneAmerica/Managua
Country🇳🇮 Nicaragua
State / ProvinceNorth Caribbean Coast
Average Temperature78°F (26°C)
January Average76°F (24°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation91.2 inches (2,317 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Prinzapolka

Prinzapolka is a small town in Nicaragua (North Caribbean Coast) with a population of 394. The city sits at an elevation of 3 feet (1 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 91.2 inches. The timezone is America/Managua.

Prinzapolka has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 173 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 91.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 3 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

76°F Jan (24°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average78.0°F
44% above Nicaragua avg
January Average76°F (24°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days173 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3 ft (1 m)
Area6,593.0 sq mi (17,075.8 km²)
Population Density0/sq mi
Coordinates13.4066°N, 83.5650°W
TimezoneAmerica/Managua

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 91.2"
140% above Nicaragua avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 13.78"
Driest Month (Mar) 1.38"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

6 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.9. Most recent: M4.0 on May 1, 2024.

Jul 8, 2009 14 km SSE of Bonanza, Nicaragua M4.9 121 km
Apr 30, 1997 50 km NNW of Puerto Cabezas, Nicaragua M4.5 118 km
Apr 18, 2011 39 km SE of Puerto Cabezas, Nicaragua M4.4 57 km
Sep 3, 2002 26 km SE of Bonanza, Nicaragua M4.2 106 km
Feb 23, 2019 45 km NNE of Puerto Cabezas, Nicaragua M4.1 118 km
May 1, 2024 59 km SSE of Iralaya, Honduras M4.0 136 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

9 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 5.

Year Name Category Closest
2022 Julia Category 1 112 km
2020 Eta Category 4 43 km
2020 Iota Category 4 23 km
2016 Otto Category 3 268 km
2009 Ida Category 1 57 km
2007 Felix Category 5 103 km
2005 Beta Category 3 45 km
1996 Cesar Category 1 139 km
1988 Joan:miriam Category 4 168 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 76°F (24°C) 4.0 in Coldest
February 76°F (24°C) 2.0 in
March 78°F (26°C) 1.4 in Driest
April 80°F (27°C) 1.9 in
May 80°F (27°C) 6.7 in Warmest
June 79°F (26°C) 13.1 in
July 78°F (26°C) 13.8 in Wettest
August 78°F (26°C) 12.4 in
September 79°F (26°C) 10.1 in
October 79°F (26°C) 12.6 in
November 77°F (25°C) 8.1 in
December 76°F (24°C) 5.1 in

Prinzapolka has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 76°F in January to 80°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 91.2 inches, with July being the wettest month (13.8") and March the driest (1.4").

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Airports Near Prinzapolka

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Puerto Cabezas AirportPUZMedium Airport
Alamicamba AirportSmall Airport
Karawala AirportSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Managua

🇳🇮 About Nicaragua

Capital Managua
Population 6,465,513
Area 129,494 km²
GDP (USD) $17,805,842,284
GDP per capita $2,609
HDI 0.706
Life expectancy 75.0 years
Internet users 58.2%
Urban population 59.1%
Currency NIO (Cordoba)
Languages Spanish
Calling code +505
TLD .ni
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Nicaragua

12 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Feb 1 Air Force Day Air Force Day
Apr 2 Holy Thursday Holy Thursday
May 1 Labour Day Labour Day
May 27 Army Day Army Day
Jul 19 Liberation Day Liberation Day
Sep 14 Battle of San Jacinto Battle of San Jacinto
Sep 15 Independence Day Independence Day
Oct 12 Indigenous Resistance Day Indigenous Resistance Day
Dec 8 Immaculate Conception Immaculate Conception
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 31 New Year's Eve New Year's Eve

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Frequently Asked Questions About Prinzapolka

What is the population of Prinzapolka?

Prinzapolka has a population of 394 residents and is located in Nicaragua. The population density is 0 people per square mile, spread across 6,593.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Prinzapolka?

Prinzapolka has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 173 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 91.2 inches.

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