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San Salvador weather in January (San Salvador, El Salvador)

What weather conditions can you expect in San Salvador this January? Curious if the timing is right for your trip? Our page offers an in-depth look at the monthly weather conditions.

Temperatures

For January, the weather in San Salvador is generally perfect, featuring very high temperatures and almost no rainfall. Daytime temperatures generally settle around 33°C, while nighttime can see a dip to about 20°C. Average temperatures can be deceiving; some days will be hotter. Wear breathable fabrics and drink plenty of water to stay cool.

Precipitation

San Salvador in January usually receives almost no rainfall, averaging around 4.1 mm for the month. The driest month offers ideal conditions for outdoor fun and exploration. Enjoy the dry spell without the worry of rain disruptions. Rain is expected on roughly 4 days.

Average sunshine

With approximately 303 hours hours of sun, the days are filled with brightness. It makes it a perfect month for outdoor activities.

If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, January is a great time to visit. January and December generally stand out with the best circumstances. While May, June, August, September and October tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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San Salvador, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 20°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 33°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 14%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 4.1 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 4 days  
HumidityHumidity 66%  
WindspeedWindspeed 3 m/s  
SunshineSunshine 303 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in El Salvador in January

Find out more about the weather in El Salvador and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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In January generally
perfect weather
with very high temperatures
and almost no monthly rainfall

More information

Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor
Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

Select a Month of Interest

Check the conditions for any month of the year.

For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit El Salvador, check out our San Salvador's climate page.

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
10/10
Cycling
8/10
Walking
8/10
Barbeque
10/10
Camping
10/10
Outdoor sports
8/10

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