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

Is San Salvador a good destination in September, weather-wise? Here’s a detailed forecast of the month’s weather patterns.

Temperatures

In September, San Salvador tends to experience very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. During the day, temperatures usually reach up to 31°C. At night, they tend to fall to approximately 22°C. Remember, these are typical temperatures, and certain days could be even hotter. Ensure you wear appropriate clothing to handle the warmth.

Precipitation

San Salvador in September falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 322 mm for the month. With the year's heaviest rain occurring this month, it's best to be equipped with a poncho to handle the frequent downpours. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, you can expect around 29 days of rain.

Average sunshine

Expect a moderate amount of sunlight, with approximately 181 hours. This means a pleasant mix of sun and clouds.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, September may not be the ideal month to visit San Salvador. January and December typically offer the best circumstances. While May, June, August, September and October tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized San Salvador climate page with graphs.

 

San Salvador, monthly averages in September

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 22°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 31°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 96%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 322 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 29 days  
HumidityHumidity 86%  
WindspeedWindspeed 4 km/h  
SunshineSunshine 181 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in El Salvador in September

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

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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).

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. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

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

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

Interested in more climate information?

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Our site offers climate and forecast data for every country in the world. Are you going to El Salvador? On this website you can find historical weather averages for many cities in El Salvador. Not sure yet where to go? We now have a tool which recommends destinations that suit your ideal travel conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.