El Salvador

El Salvador Weather in August

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in El Salvador in August.

Planning a journey to El Salvador this August and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in El Salvador in August

August in El Salvador generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, with precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy.

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from warm in El Tunco at 30°C (86°F) to very warm in San Miguel at 34°C (93°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 23°C (73°F) in San Miguel and 23°C (73°F) in El Tunco. The temperatures cited for both day and night represent usual averages, but it's possible some days could be hotter. It's advisable to dress accordingly to handle the heat.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of El Salvador, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Santa Ana with an average of 158 mm (6.2 in) to heavy rainfall in Bahia de Jiquilisco with 274 mm (11 in).

Average sunshine

Most destinations offer generous amounts of sunshine this August. For example, San Salvador gets approximately 259 hours of sunlight, perfect for anyone wanting bright, sunny days.

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Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in El Salvador — and find the best time to visit. (based on San Salvador)

Best Places to Visit in El Salvador in August

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across El Salvador.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in El Salvador

What is the weather like in August for some of the most popular destinations in El Salvador?

Temperature range in El Salvador (August)

Precipitation variation in El Salvador (August)

San Salvador

In August San Salvador generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly sun hours
242 hours
259 hours
181 hours
Monthly rainfall
188 mm (7.4 in)
237 mm (9.3 in)
322 mm (13 in)
Monthly rainy days
26 days
27 days
29 days
Weather conditions

La Libertad

In August La Libertad generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
242 hours
259 hours
181 hours
Monthly rainfall
197 mm (7.8 in)
254 mm (10 in)
340 mm (13 in)
Monthly rainy days
24 days
25 days
28 days
Weather conditions

El Cuco

In August El Cuco generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly rainfall
160 mm (6.3 in)
246 mm (9.7 in)
348 mm (14 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
22 days
28 days
Weather conditions

Concepción de Ataco

In August Concepción de Ataco generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly sun hours
266 hours
258 hours
202 hours
Monthly rainfall
213 mm (8.4 in)
269 mm (11 in)
384 mm (15 in)
Monthly rainy days
27 days
27 days
28 days
Weather conditions

El Sunzal

In August El Sunzal generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
242 hours
259 hours
181 hours
Monthly rainfall
200 mm (7.9 in)
258 mm (10 in)
346 mm (14 in)
Monthly rainy days
25 days
27 days
28 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in August

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in El Salvador in August.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
San Salvador 32°C (90°F) 23°C (73°F) 237 mm (9.3 in)
La Libertad 30°C (86°F) 24°C (75°F) 254 mm (10 in)
Concepción de Ataco 30°C (86°F) 22°C (72°F) 269 mm (11 in)
El Cuco 32°C (90°F) 26°C (79°F) 246 mm (9.7 in)
Santa Ana 32°C (90°F) 21°C (70°F) 158 mm (6.2 in)
San Miguel 34°C (93°F) 23°C (73°F) 257 mm (10 in)

El Salvador weather in August: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in El Salvador in August?

August in El Salvador brings poor weather. In San Salvador, daytime temperatures are typically around 32°C (90°F) and nighttime lows hover near 23°C (73°F).

What is the average temperature in El Salvador in August?

Average temperatures in El Salvador during August range from a nighttime low near 23°C (73°F) to a daytime high around 32°C (90°F) in San Salvador.

Does El Salvador get a lot of rain in August?

Expect plenty of rainfall. San Salvador records an average of 237 mm (9.3 in) in August, putting it among the wetter months for El Salvador.

Is August a Good Time to Visit El Salvador?

In our opinion, August may not be the ideal time to visit El Salvador due to the typically poor weather in San Salvador.

On average, the best time to visit El Salvador is in December with generally pleasant weather in San Salvador. In contrast, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October tend to have poor weather conditions.

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