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San Salvador Weather in October

Thinking of visiting San Salvador in October? Expect very high temperatures reaching 31°C (88°F) during the day, dropping to 22°C (72°F) at night. Heavy showers are common during the rainy season.

Rainfall in San Salvador in October

San Salvador is in the rainy season in October, with rain on around 23 days and an average of 252 mm (9.9 in). Rainfall this month is frequent and tends to be fairly heavy when it does fall. Packing waterproofs is a good idea.

Temperature in San Salvador in October

October in San Salvador brings very high temperatures, with highs of 31°C (88°F) and nights around 22°C (72°F). If you're spending a lot of time outdoors, it helps to plan around the warmer part of the day. Nights remain mild at 22°C (72°F), making evenings a pleasant time to be outdoors. Although it's cooler than other months, you can still expect warm and pleasant weather.

Sunshine in San Salvador in October

Enjoy a sunny month with about 210 hours of sunshine, even though this month falls in the wet season. There is still enough sun to enjoy the outdoors.

Wind Speed in San Salvador in October

Average wind conditions reach 1 m/s (2 knots) in October. This creates generally peaceful weather with subtle air movement. Remember this is an average: some days are windless while others have noticeable or very gentle breezes.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, October may not be the ideal month to visit San Salvador. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

San Salvador Temperature in October

Min Temperature
22°C (72°F)
Max Temperature
31°C (88°F)
Chance of Rain
75%
Precipitation
252 mm (9.9 in)
Rainy days
23 days
Humidity
83%
Windspeed
1 m/s (2 knots)
Sunshine
210 hours
Percentage Sunshine

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Daily Historical Temperatures

40-year average (1978-2025)

Based on our historical records, temperatures in San Salvador typically stay consistent throughout October, with daily highs averaging around 31°C (88°F). Nights are warm, with lows around 21°C (70°F).

Average temperatures in October

Daily Historical Precipitation

40-year average (1978-2025)

Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.

Average precipitation in October

Historical weather records for San Salvador in October

Browse day-by-day weather records for San Salvador spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.

San Salvador historical weather extremes in October

Based on 24 years of weather observations (2001-2025), these are the most extreme conditions recorded in San Salvador.

  • San Salvador recorded its highest October temperature of 35°C (95°F) on October 28, 2024.
  • On October 8, 2018, San Salvador saw its coldest October day with temperatures maxing out at 22°C (72°F).
  • The coldest night in October in San Salvador was on October 27, 2014, with a minimum of 15°C (59°F).

Best Places in El Salvador in October

Find out more about the weather in El Salvador and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of El Salvador in October →

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in San Salvador in October

Warm but pleasant conditions in San Salvador in October. Focus on lightweight, maybe with natural fabrics, cotton blend shirts, comfortable shorts, and breathable footwear. A light cover-up for sun protection is smart too. It's going to pour! Pack a good poncho and prepare for very wet conditions. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.

What To Do in San Salvador in October

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

  • Swimming
    8/10
  • Cycling
    7/10
  • Walking
    7/10
  • Camping
    6/10
  • Outdoor sports
    7/10

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