El Salvador

El Salvador Weather & Climate: Monthly Averages

Monthly climate averages for El Salvador, temperatures, rainfall and the best time to visit.

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Climate overview of El Salvador

El Salvador has a tropical climate with two seasons; a dry and wet season. The best time to visit El Salvador is at the beginning or the end of the dry season. The dry season lasts from November to April, and the rainy season lasts from May to October.

The temperature varies little with the change of seasons, however it is significantly lower in the higher mountain areas. The temperature is highest at the coast with an average of 30°C (86°F). Only during rainy season you will experience rainy days. These are often severe topical downpours in the late afternoon.

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Average daily temperature, monthly rainfall & sunshine hours across cities.

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Regional climate differences

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San Salvador

20°C (68°F) – 34°C (93°F)

1661 mm (65 in) / year

2,963 hours / year

Based on San Salvador

La Libertad Department

23°C (73°F) – 31°C (88°F)

1721 mm (68 in) / year

2,963 hours / year

Based on La Libertad

Cerro Verde National Park

18°C (64°F) – 33°C (91°F)

1248 mm (49 in) / year

3,119 hours / year

Based on Santa Ana

Sonsonate Department

19°C (66°F) – 32°C (90°F)

1734 mm (68 in) / year

3,119 hours / year

Based on Los Naranjos

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Average daytime and nighttime temperatures, yearly rainfall and sunshine.


San Salvador	31°C (88°F) – 34°C (93°F)	20°C (68°F) – 23°C (73°F)	1661 mm (65 in)	2,963 hours
La Libertad	29°C (84°F) – 31°C (88°F)	23°C (73°F) – 25°C (77°F)	1721 mm (68 in)	2,963 hours
Concepción de Ataco	29°C (84°F) – 32°C (90°F)	20°C (68°F) – 22°C (72°F)	1877 mm (74 in)	3,119 hours
El Cuco	30°C (86°F) – 33°C (91°F)	25°C (77°F) – 26°C (79°F)	1703 mm (67 in)	—
Santa Ana	30°C (86°F) – 33°C (91°F)	18°C (64°F) – 21°C (70°F)	1248 mm (49 in)	3,119 hours
San Miguel	32°C (90°F) – 37°C (99°F)	21°C (70°F) – 25°C (77°F)	1764 mm (69 in)	—

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FAQ

What is the best time to visit El Salvador?

The warmest month in San Miguel is March, with daytime highs of 37°C (99°F). Acajutla is the sunniest destination, with 305 hours of sunshine in January. El Salvador has distinct dry (December to March) and wet (May to October) seasons. Explore El Salvador weather by month for a detailed breakdown.

What temperatures can I expect in El Salvador?

San Miguel is the warmest destination, reaching 37°C (99°F) in March with nights around 25°C (77°F). Metapán is the coolest, with January daytime highs of just 29°C (84°F) and nights dropping to 18°C (64°F). Temperatures are relatively stable throughout the year. See the city comparison for a full overview.

How much rain does El Salvador get?

Rainfall varies across El Salvador. Apaneca is the wettest, receiving 1891 mm (74 in) per year, with September the wettest month at 384 mm (15 in). Llano de Los Patos is the driest at 1685 mm (66 in) per year. Use the climate map to explore rainfall patterns across regions.

How sunny is El Salvador?

Acajutla is the sunniest destination in El Salvador, enjoying 3,153 hours of sunshine per year, with January the brightest month at 305 hours. Overall, El Salvador enjoys abundant sunshine year-round. Compare sunshine across cities in the charts above.

What is the climate like across El Salvador?

San Salvador has very warm summers reaching 34°C (93°F) in March and very warm winters dropping to 31°C (88°F), with 2,963 hours of sunshine and 1661 mm (65 in) of rain per year. La Libertad has very warm summers reaching 31°C (88°F) in March and warm winters dropping to 29°C (84°F), with 2,963 hours of sunshine and 1721 mm (68 in) of rain per year. Concepción de Ataco has very warm summers reaching 32°C (90°F) in March and warm winters dropping to 29°C (84°F), with 3,119 hours of sunshine and 1877 mm (74 in) of rain per year. Explore the climate charts and comparison table for more cities.