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El Sunzal Climate by Month

El Sunzal has pretty similar weather over the course of the year. It is also known for its large amounts of rainfall. Let's now guide you through the climate details for a complete overview.

Average day and night temperature

The temperature in El Sunzal remains steady throughout the year, providing a consistently very warm climate. Typically, daytime temperatures range from a very warm 31°C in March to a comfortable 29°C in the coolest month, January. Nights are cooler, with temperatures generally dropping to 23°C, particularly during the colder months.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

El Sunzal has a relatively rainy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1736 mm of rainfall annually. The climate in El Sunzal shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect heavy rainfall in September, with an average of 346 mm of precipitation over 28 rainy days.

In contrast, January offers drier and sunnier days, with around 2.8 mm of rainfall over 3 rainy days.

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

Sunshine over the year

For those who appreciate different seasons, El Sunzal serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in January with an average of 10.1 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in June, offering only 5.8 hours of daily sunlight.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: San Salvador, El Salvador (36 KM, 22 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: San Salvador, El Salvador (36 KM, 22 Miles).

The best time of year to visit El Sunzal in El Salvador

El Sunzal has high temperatures year round ranging between 29°C and 31°C.
The best time to visit is during the drier months: January, February, March, April and December.

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • When is the rainy season in El Sunzal?
    Rainy season in El Sunzal occurs in the months of May, June, July, August, September and October.
  • Does El Sunzal have a dry season?
    Yes, the months of January, February, March and December are very dry.
  • Which is the hottest month in El Sunzal?
    March has an average maximum temperature of 31°C and is the hottest month of the year.
  • Which is the coolest month in El Sunzal?
    The coolest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 29°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in El Sunzal?
    September tops the wettest month list with 346 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in El Sunzal?
    January is the driest month with 3 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in El Sunzal?
    January is the sunniest month with an average of 303 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for El Sunzal

    Sat   Dec 14
    32°C | 23°C
    S 14 km/h
    clear and no rain

    clear and no rain

    Sun   Dec 15
    30°C | 22°C
    S 14 km/h
    2.1 mm
    partly cloudy and  chance of rain

    partly cloudy and chance of rain

    Mon   Dec 16
    30°C | 19°C
    S 14 km/h
    clear and no rain

    clear and no rain