San Salvador Weather in December

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

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Are you planning a trip a to San Salvador, El Salvador in December and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in San Salvador in December

San Salvador, El Salvador is a region in El Salvador. December in San Salvador generally has very warm temperatures, with low precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect very warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 32°C (90°F) and nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) in San Salvador. While the given temperatures for day and night are typical, there may be days that feel warmer. Make sure you're dressed in a way that keeps you cool and comfortable.

For specific regional insights in San Salvador, El Salvador, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

December is a dry month with an average rainfall of around 9.8 mm (0.4 in) in San Salvador.

Average sunshine

Most destinations offer generous amounts of sunshine this December. For example, San Salvador gets approximately 292 hours of sunlight, perfect for anyone wanting bright, sunny days.

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January33°C (91°F) February34°C (93°F) March34°C (93°F) April34°C (93°F) May32°C (90°F) June31°C (88°F) This monthJuly32°C (90°F) August32°C (90°F) September31°C (88°F) October31°C (88°F) November32°C (90°F) December32°C (90°F)
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Best Places to Visit in San Salvador in December

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across San 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 San Salvador

What is the weather like in December for the most popular destinonation in San Salvador, El Salvador?

San Salvador

In December San Salvador generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

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32°C (90°F)
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Min temperature
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Monthly sun hours
269 hours
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Monthly rainfall
55 mm (2.2 in)
9.8 mm (0.4 in)
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In our records: El Salvador December extremes

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

  • Based on our data, the coldest December night in El Salvador dropped to 8°C (46°F) in Santa Ana on December 16, 2010.

San Salvador weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in San Salvador, El Salvador in December?

Expect pleasant weather across San Salvador, El Salvador in December. The popular destination of San Salvador averages 32°C (90°F) by day and 20°C (68°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in San Salvador, El Salvador in December?

San Salvador averages a daytime maximum of 32°C (90°F) in December, with overnight lows close to 20°C (68°F).

Does San Salvador, El Salvador get a lot of rain in December?

Rain is generally moderate to light in San Salvador, El Salvador during December, with San Salvador averaging close to 9.8 mm (0.4 in).

Is December a Good Time to Visit San Salvador, El Salvador?

We believe that December is one of the best times to visit San Salvador, El Salvador with overall perfect weather in San Salvador. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

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

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