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El Zonte weather in May (El Salvador)

What does the weather outlook for El Zonte look like in May? Find out what kind of weather to expect during this month.

Temperatures

In May, El Zonte usually has very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. You can expect daytime temperatures to reach around 30°C, while the nights will see a decline to about 25°C. While these temperatures are averages, expect some days to be hotter. Choose light, airy clothing to handle the warmth effectively.

Precipitation

El Zonte in May falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 237 mm for the month. Expect around 19 days of rain based on historical data.

Average sunshine

Expect sunny days throughout the month, with an estimated 219 hours of sunshine. Making it a pleasant time to visit El Zonte.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit El Zonte. January, February, March and December typically offer the best circumstances. While May, June, August, September and October tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized El Zonte climate page with graphs.

 

El Zonte, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 25°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 30°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 62%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 237 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 19 days  
HumidityHumidity 80% *  
SunshineSunshine 219 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: San Salvador, El Salvador (40 KM, 25 Miles).

Where to go in El Salvador in May

Find out more about the weather in El Salvador and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
8/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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