Daytime highs, nighttime lows and the warmest cities across El Salvador this May.
El Salvador, experiences very high average maximum daytime temperatures in May, ranging from 30°C (86°F) in El Tunco to 34°C (93°F) in San Miguel. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 24°C (75°F) in San Miguel and 24°C (75°F) in El Tunco.
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San Salvador averages a daytime high of 32°C (90°F) in May, which is very high for El Salvador.
San Salvador sees nighttime lows close to 23°C (73°F) in May.
From a thorough analysis of our records, San Miguel clearly dominates in terms of high temperatures. The city witnesses daytime temperatures hovering around 34°C (93°F), and evenings that remain near 24°C (75°F).
In our database, El Tunco is the chilliest city in May in El Salvador. Daytime temperatures typically peak at 30°C (86°F), while the nighttime lows hover around 24°C (75°F).
San Salvador enjoys approximately 219 hours of sunshine, offering a mostly sunny climate that adds a pleasant and vibrant feel to the month.
The water temperature averages approximately 29°C (84°F) in Acajutla this month, which is a bit warm for swimming. For many people, water temperatures around 29°C (84°F) might feel quite warm, especially compared to typical swimming pool temperatures of 25°C (77°F) to 28°C (82°F).
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