Temperature in El Salvador in January

Daytime highs, nighttime lows and the warmest cities across El Salvador this January.

El Salvador, experiences maximum daytime temperatures in January ranging from 29°C (84°F) in Metapán to 35°C (95°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 January?

Discover the typical January 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 January: blue is cold, red is hot.

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El Salvador temperatures in January: frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in El Salvador in January?

Average daytime highs in El Salvador during January reach about 33°C (91°F) in San Salvador.

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

Nighttime temperatures in San Salvador typically drop to around 20°C (68°F) in January.

What is the warmest city in January in El Salvador?

San Miguel tops the warmest city list in our database with average maximum daytime temperatures around 35°C (95°F) and a minimum nighttime temperature of around 21°C (70°F).

What is the coldest city in January in El Salvador?

In our database, Metapán is the chilliest city in January 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 January?

The weather is predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 303 hours of sunshine in San Salvador. This means many sunny days, which creates a cheerful atmosphere during this month.

What is the water temperature in January?

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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