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Temperature in December

Temperature in El Salvador in December

El Salvador, experiences maximum daytime temperatures in December ranging from 29°C (84°F) in Metapán to 34°C (93°F) in San Miguel. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 21°C (70°F) in San Miguel and 18°C (64°F) in Metapán.

What is the temperature of the different cities in El Salvador in December?

Discover the typical December temperatures for the most popular locations of El Salvador on the map below. Detailed insights are just a click away.

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Avg daytime high -5°C (23°F) cold → 32°C (90°F) hot

Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in December: blue is cold, red is hot.

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El Salvador temperatures in December: frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in El Salvador in December?

Expect daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F) in San Salvador. That makes December a very high month for El Salvador.

How cold does it get at night in El Salvador in December?

San Salvador sees nighttime lows close to 20°C (68°F) in December.

What is the warmest city in December in El Salvador?

San Miguel tops the warmest city list in our database with average maximum daytime temperatures around 34°C (93°F) and a minimum nighttime temperature of around 21°C (70°F).

What is the coldest city in December in El Salvador?

In our database, Metapán is the chilliest city in December in El Salvador. Daytime temperatures typically peak at 29°C (84°F), while the nighttime lows hover around 18°C (64°F).

How much sun does El Salvador get in December?

San Salvador enjoys close to 292 hours of sunlight. This not only brightens the days but also uplifts the atmosphere during the month.

What is the water temperature in December?

The water temperature averages approximately 28°C (82°F) in Acajutla this month, a perfect temperature for swimming and cooling off.

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