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El Zonte Weather in September
Thinking of visiting El Zonte in September? Expect high temperatures reaching 29°C (84°F) during the day, dropping to 24°C (75°F) at night, and be prepared for the wettest month of the year.
Rainfall in El Zonte in September
As part of the rainy season, El Zonte sees around 29 days of rain in September, with an average of 347 mm (14 in). Rain during the rainy season is significant rather than just light drizzle. Expect proper showers on most rainy days.
Temperature in El Zonte in September
El Zonte in September gets highs of 29°C (84°F) during the day and drops to 24°C (75°F) at night. This kind of day-to-night contrast is typical for this time of year. Nights are warm at 24°C (75°F). It's worth making sure your accommodation has decent ventilation or air conditioning.
Sunshine in El Zonte in September
The city usually sees around 181 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period (despite it being part of rainy season).If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, September may not be the ideal month to visit El Zonte. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.
El Zonte Temperature in September
Min Temperature
24°C (75°F)
Max Temperature
29°C (84°F)
Chance of Rain
95%
Precipitation
347 mm (14 in)
Rainy days
29 days
Humidity
86% *
Sunshine
181 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
*
* Data from: San Salvador, El Salvador (40 KM, 25 Miles).
El Zonte Weather by Month
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Daily Historical Temperatures
35-year average (1981-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in El Zonte typically stay consistent throughout September, with daily highs averaging around 29°C (84°F). Nights are warm, with lows around 22°C (72°F).
Average temperatures in September
Daily Historical Precipitation
35-year average (1981-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Average precipitation in September
Historical weather records for El Zonte in September
Browse day-by-day weather records for El Zonte spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
El Zonte historical weather extremes in September
Based on 21 years of weather observations in El Zonte between 2005 and 2026, these are the recorded extremes.
- The hottest September day on record in El Zonte reached 35°C (95°F) (September 29, 2023).
- The coldest September day was on September 3, 2010, with a maximum of 25°C (77°F).
- The coldest night in September in El Zonte was on September 14, 2005, with a minimum of 18°C (64°F).
- Peak precipitation in September occurred on September 15, 2016, when 176 mm (6.9 in) of precipitation was measured.
Best Places in El Salvador in September
Find out more about the weather in El Salvador and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of El Salvador in September →
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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).
What to Wear in El Zonte in September
Warm weather calls for comfortable, breathable clothing in September. Cotton t-shirts, shorts, light dresses, and sandals are perfect. You might still want a light layer for evenings or air-conditioned places (for example buses). Also bring a poncho, it will rain a lot! Waterproof everything you can. It won't hurt to bring your sunglasses along, as you'll see some sunny periods.
What To Do in El Zonte in September
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Swimming7/10 -
Cycling7/10 -
Walking7/10 -
Camping6/10 -
Outdoor sports7/10
El Zonte 3-Day Forecast
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Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity
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