La Libertad Department Weather in May

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in La Libertad Department, El Salvador in May.

Planning a trip to La Libertad Department, El Salvador this May? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in La Libertad Department in May

La Libertad Department, El Salvador is a region in El Salvador. May in La Libertad Department generally has very warm temperatures, with heavy precipitation.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are very warm and range 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. The temperatures cited for both day and night represent usual averages, but it's possible some days could be hotter. It's advisable to dress accordingly to handle the heat.

For a closer look at conditions across La Libertad Department, El Salvador, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Santa Ana with an average of 171 mm (6.7 in) to heavy rainfall in San Miguel with 253 mm (10 in).

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in May. La Libertad typically receives 219 hours of sunlight, making it ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Best Places to Visit in La Libertad Department in May

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across La Libertad Department.

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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 La Libertad Department

What is the weather like in May for some of the most popular destinations in La Libertad Department, El Salvador?

Temperature range in La Libertad Department (May)

Precipitation variation in La Libertad Department (May)

La Libertad

In May La Libertad generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
243 hours
219 hours
174 hours
Monthly rainfall
51 mm (2 in)
238 mm (9.4 in)
269 mm (11 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
18 days
26 days
Weather conditions

Santa Ana

In May Santa Ana generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
33°C (91°F)
32°C (90°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
256 hours
253 hours
199 hours
Monthly rainfall
45 mm (1.8 in)
171 mm (6.7 in)
235 mm (9.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
20 days
28 days
Weather conditions

San Miguel

In May San Miguel generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 34°C (93°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
37°C (99°F)
34°C (93°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly rainfall
45 mm (1.8 in)
253 mm (10 in)
295 mm (12 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
16 days
25 days
Weather conditions

El Majahual

In May El Majahual generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
243 hours
219 hours
174 hours
Monthly rainfall
50 mm (2 in)
237 mm (9.3 in)
269 mm (11 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
18 days
26 days
Weather conditions

Barra de Santiago

In May Barra de Santiago generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
263 hours
246 hours
208 hours
Monthly rainfall
31 mm (1.2 in)
182 mm (7.2 in)
272 mm (11 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
18 days
26 days
Weather conditions

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in La Libertad Department, in El Salvador.

Popular cities in May

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in La Libertad Department in May.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
La Libertad 30°C (86°F) 25°C (77°F) 238 mm (9.4 in)
Santa Ana 32°C (90°F) 21°C (70°F) 171 mm (6.7 in)
San Miguel 34°C (93°F) 24°C (75°F) 253 mm (10 in)
El Majahual 30°C (86°F) 25°C (77°F) 237 mm (9.3 in)
Barra de Santiago 30°C (86°F) 26°C (79°F) 182 mm (7.2 in)
El Tunco 30°C (86°F) 24°C (75°F) 175 mm (6.9 in)

La Libertad Department weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in La Libertad Department, El Salvador in May?

Expect poor weather across La Libertad Department, El Salvador in May. The popular destination of La Libertad averages 30°C (86°F) by day and 25°C (77°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in La Libertad Department, El Salvador in May?

La Libertad averages a daytime maximum of 30°C (86°F) in May, with overnight lows close to 25°C (77°F).

Does La Libertad Department, El Salvador get a lot of rain in May?

Expect plenty of rainfall. La Libertad records an average of 238 mm (9.4 in) in May, putting it among the wetter months for La Libertad Department, El Salvador.

Is May a Good Time to Visit La Libertad Department, El Salvador?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in La Libertad, May may not be the ideal time to visit La Libertad Department, El Salvador.

On average, the best time to visit La Libertad Department, El Salvador is in January, February, March and December with generally pleasant weather in La Libertad. The weather in May, June, July, August, September and October, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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