El Salvador

El Salvador Weather in January

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

Thinking about venturing to El Salvador this January and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in El Salvador in January

January in El Salvador generally has temperatures that range from warm to very hot, with precipitation levels ranging from almost none to low.

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is warm in Metapán at 29°C (84°F) and very hot in San Miguel at 35°C (95°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 21°C (70°F) in San Miguel and 18°C (64°F) in Metapán. While the given temperatures for day and night are typical, there may be days that feel warmer. Make sure you're dressed in a way that keeps you cool and comfortable.

For a closer look at conditions across El Salvador, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no rainfall in Llano de Los Patos with an average of 1.3 mm (0.1 in) to low rainfall in Juayúa with 5.7 mm (0.2 in). Going by our weather data, this month in San Salvador usually has the least rain, making it the driest month of the year.

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in January. San Salvador typically receives 303 hours of sunlight, making it ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Best Places to Visit in El Salvador in January

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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 January for some of the most popular destinations in El Salvador?

Temperature range in El Salvador (January)

Precipitation variation in El Salvador (January)

San Salvador

In January San Salvador generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
33°C (91°F)
34°C (93°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
292 hours
303 hours
277 hours
Monthly rainfall
9.8 mm (0.4 in)
4.1 mm (0.2 in)
4.7 mm (0.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
4 days
4 days
Weather conditions

La Libertad

In January La Libertad generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly sun hours
292 hours
303 hours
277 hours
Monthly rainfall
7.6 mm (0.3 in)
2.9 mm (0.1 in)
3.6 mm (0.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
3 days
3 days
Weather conditions

El Cuco

In January El Cuco generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly rainfall
4.2 mm (0.2 in)
1.4 mm (0.1 in)
2 mm (0.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
2 days
2 days
Weather conditions

Concepción de Ataco

In January Concepción de Ataco generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
307 hours
312 hours
268 hours
Monthly rainfall
9.7 mm (0.4 in)
4.6 mm (0.2 in)
5.4 mm (0.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
4 days
4 days
Weather conditions

El Sunzal

In January El Sunzal generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly sun hours
292 hours
303 hours
277 hours
Monthly rainfall
7.3 mm (0.3 in)
2.8 mm (0.1 in)
3.6 mm (0.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
3 days
3 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in January

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
San Salvador 33°C (91°F) 20°C (68°F) 4.1 mm (0.2 in)
La Libertad 31°C (88°F) 23°C (73°F) 2.9 mm (0.1 in)
Concepción de Ataco 31°C (88°F) 20°C (68°F) 4.6 mm (0.2 in)
El Cuco 32°C (90°F) 25°C (77°F) 1.4 mm (0.1 in)
Santa Ana 31°C (88°F) 18°C (64°F) 3.4 mm (0.1 in)
San Miguel 35°C (95°F) 21°C (70°F) 1.7 mm (0.1 in)

El Salvador weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in El Salvador in January?

In January, El Salvador generally has tolerable weather conditions. San Salvador sees daytime temperatures near 33°C (91°F), with nights cooling to roughly 20°C (68°F).

What is the average temperature in El Salvador in January?

Average temperatures in El Salvador during January range from a nighttime low near 20°C (68°F) to a daytime high around 33°C (91°F) in San Salvador.

Does El Salvador get a lot of rain in January?

January is on the drier side in El Salvador. San Salvador averages only about 4.1 mm (0.2 in), with most days staying dry.

Is January a Good Time to Visit El Salvador?

Given the typically perfect weather conditions in San Salvador, January might be a good time to visit El Salvador.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in December offering mostly 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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