El Salvador

El Salvador Weather in July

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

Thinking about venturing to El Salvador this July 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 July

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

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is warm in El Tunco at 30°C (86°F) and very warm in San Miguel at 34°C (93°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 24°C (75°F) in San Miguel and 23°C (73°F) in El Tunco. The temperatures mentioned for both day and night are typical averages. However some days might get even hotter. It's best to stay prepared by wearing cloths suitable for the warmth.

To explore the conditions in El Salvador in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In July, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Santa Ana with an average of 121 mm (4.8 in) to heavy rainfall in El Tunco with 256 mm (10 in).

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in July. San Salvador typically receives 242 hours of sunlight, making it ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore El Salvador by month

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 July

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

Temperature range in El Salvador (July)

Precipitation variation in El Salvador (July)

San Salvador

In July 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 unpleasant that month.

June
July
August
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly sun hours
174 hours
242 hours
259 hours
Monthly rainfall
273 mm (11 in)
188 mm (7.4 in)
237 mm (9.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
27 days
26 days
27 days
Weather conditions

La Libertad

In July La Libertad generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

June
July
August
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
174 hours
242 hours
259 hours
Monthly rainfall
269 mm (11 in)
197 mm (7.8 in)
254 mm (10 in)
Monthly rainy days
26 days
24 days
25 days
Weather conditions

El Cuco

In July 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 high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

June
July
August
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly rainfall
281 mm (11 in)
160 mm (6.3 in)
246 mm (9.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
25 days
19 days
22 days
Weather conditions

Concepción de Ataco

In July Concepción de Ataco generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

June
July
August
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly sun hours
199 hours
266 hours
258 hours
Monthly rainfall
326 mm (13 in)
213 mm (8.4 in)
269 mm (11 in)
Monthly rainy days
28 days
27 days
27 days
Weather conditions

El Sunzal

In July El Sunzal generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

June
July
August
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
174 hours
242 hours
259 hours
Monthly rainfall
271 mm (11 in)
200 mm (7.9 in)
258 mm (10 in)
Monthly rainy days
27 days
25 days
27 days
Weather conditions

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In our records: El Salvador July extremes

Notable July records observed across cities in El Salvador in our climate database (1995 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • In our records, the warmest July day in El Salvador reached 44°C (111°F) in San Miguel on July 26, 2017.

Popular cities in July

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
San Salvador 32°C (90°F) 23°C (73°F) 188 mm (7.4 in)
La Libertad 31°C (88°F) 24°C (75°F) 197 mm (7.8 in)
Concepción de Ataco 31°C (88°F) 22°C (72°F) 213 mm (8.4 in)
El Cuco 32°C (90°F) 26°C (79°F) 160 mm (6.3 in)
Santa Ana 32°C (90°F) 21°C (70°F) 121 mm (4.8 in)
San Miguel 34°C (93°F) 24°C (75°F) 181 mm (7.1 in)

El Salvador weather in July: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in El Salvador in July?

In July, El Salvador generally has poor weather conditions. San Salvador sees daytime temperatures near 32°C (90°F), with nights cooling to roughly 23°C (73°F).

What is the average temperature in El Salvador in July?

Daytime temperatures in San Salvador peak at roughly 32°C (90°F) in July, dropping to about 23°C (73°F) overnight.

Does El Salvador get a lot of rain in July?

Rainfall in El Salvador peaks during July. San Salvador averages roughly 188 mm (7.4 in), so frequent and sometimes heavy showers are the norm.

Is July a Good Time to Visit El Salvador?

Given the typically unpleasant weather conditions in San Salvador, July may not be the ideal time to visit El Salvador.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in December offering mostly pleasant weather in San Salvador. On the other hand, the weather in February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October tend to be poor.

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