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Cárdenas
City in Rivas, Nicaragua
Overview
Cárdenas is a small lakeside town in southwestern Nicaragua, celebrated for its slow pace, friendly locals, and proximity to Lake Nicaragua. While less visited than its neighbors, it offers a glimpse into authentic Nicaraguan life and stunning natural scenery.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Nicaragua
Department
Rivas
Population
6,990
Time Zone
America/Managua
Coordinates
11.20°, -85.51°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
55
Female Safety
50
LGBTQ+ Safety
35
Traffic Safety
65
Food Safety
60
Monthly Cost
$610
Local Cost
$335
Local Income
$180
Cashless
20
English
20
Temperature
26.5°C
Summer Avg
26.5°C
Winter Avg
25.9°C
Record High
36.5°C
Record Low
19.1°C
Humidity
78%
Precipitation
1699 mm
Internet Speed
46 Mbps
Upload
21 Mbps
Latency
5 ms
City Vibrancy
1
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 2 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-07.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 60/100.
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