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Salvador Climate by Month

Salvador has a tropical rainforest climate, characterized by a drier and a rainy season. Summer (December - March) is pleasantly warm, with occasional heavy rains tempering the temperature. Because of the constant sea breeze, the high humidity is more acceptable in Salvador than further inland. There is no real cold in the city: the lowest temperature ever recorded is 13.3°C.

Average day and night temperature

In Salvador temperatures are generally consistent throughout the year. On average, daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 29°C in March to a comfortable 26°C in August. Nighttime temperatures can drop, with averages reaching 23°C in August.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Salvador experiences significant rainfall throughout the year, averaging 1286 mm of precipitation annually. The seasons in Salvador, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, May, receives heavy rainfall, with an average of 195 mm of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 24 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month, December, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 51 mm over 15 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow

Sunshine over the year

Salvador enjoys sunny spells year-round. January sees up to 8.2 hours of daily sunshine, perfect for a sunny trip. June, the least sunny month, still offers a generous 5.6 hours of sun despite this cloudier time of the year.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

Average water temperature

The mean water temperature over the year in Salvador ranges from 25°C in July to 28°C in May.

Water temperature over the year

The best time of year to visit Salvador in Brazil

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Which months have the greatest rainfall in Salvador?
    Most rainfall (rainy season) is seen in April, May and June.
  • Which is the warmest month in Salvador?
    March has an average maximum temperature of 29°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Salvador?
    The coldest month is August with an average maximum temperature of 26°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Salvador?
    May tops the wettest month list with 195 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Salvador?
    December is the driest month with 51 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Salvador?
    January is the sunniest month with an average of 246 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Salvador

    Thu   Dec 05
    30°C | 25°C
    E 22 km/h
    almost clear and no rain

    almost clear and no rain

    Fri   Dec 06
    30°C | 25°C
    SE 18 km/h
    1.1 mm
    almost clear and  chance of slight rain

    almost clear and chance of slight rain

    Sat   Dec 07
    30°C | 26°C
    E 22 km/h
    0.8 mm
    partly cloudy and slight rain

    partly cloudy and slight rain