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Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Suchitoto.
Suchitoto is located in the heart of El Salvador. It is a beautiful historic town, where much of the old colonial architecture has been well preserved. The surrounding area features stunning natural scenery, including a nearby lake where you can take boat trips and observe the many bird species that live there.
Suchitoto has a tropical savanna climate. Temperatures remain fairly constant throughout the year, and monthly averages never fall below 18°C (64°F). However, rainfall is not evenly distributed. The tropical savanna climate is transitional, somewhere between a rainforest and a desert climate, so it features a clear wet season and dry season. The dry season typically occurs in the winter months, while the rainy season falls in summer, often bringing frequent heavy showers.
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In Suchitoto temperatures are generally consistent throughout the year. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a very hot 35°C (95°F) in March, the warmest time of the year, to a very warm 31°C (88°F) during cooler months like October.
At night, you can expect temperatures ranging from 23°C (73°F) in March to around 20°C (68°F) during October.
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Suchitoto experiences significant rainfall throughout the year, averaging 1207 mm (48 in) of precipitation annually. Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. In the wettest month, September it receives heavy rainfall, averaging 248 mm (9.8 in) of precipitation, recorded across 28 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month February brings less rainfall, with 2.4 mm (0.1 in) over 4 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Suchitoto Precipitation page.
Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Suchitoto. While January receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 10.1 hours, June marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 5.8 hours of sunlight per day.
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The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Suchitoto.
The city experiences its highest humidity in September, reaching 86%. In January, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 66%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Monthly ratings reflect general weather comfort, based on daytime temperature and rainfall. Swimming and winter conditions are highlighted separately where relevant.
January, November and December typically offer the most optimal weather in Suchitoto. In contrast, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October tend to have less optimal conditions. Suchitoto has a distinct dry season from November to April.
Daytime highs range from 31°C (88°F) in October to 35°C (95°F) in March. Nighttime lows range from 20°C (68°F) to 23°C (73°F). Temperatures stay relatively stable year-round.
Annual rainfall is around 1207 mm (48 in). September is the wettest month with 248 mm (9.8 in), while February is the driest with 2.4 mm (0.1 in).
Suchitoto receives around 2,963 hours of sunshine per year. January is the sunniest month with 303 hours, while June is the cloudiest with just 174 hours. Overall, Suchitoto enjoys abundant sunshine.
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