San Salvador Weather in May

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

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Planning a getaway to San Salvador, El Salvador this May and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in San Salvador in May

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

Temperatures

You can expect very warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 32°C (90°F) and nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°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

May is a very rainy month with an average rainfall of around 242 mm (9.5 in) in San Salvador.

Average sunshine

Several destinations enjoy plenty of sunshine this month. San Salvador sees close to 219 hours of sunlight, making it great for sun lovers.

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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 May

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

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
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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 May for the most popular destinonation in San Salvador, El Salvador?

San Salvador

In May San Salvador generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

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April
May
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Max temperature
34°C (93°F)
32°C (90°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly sun hours
243 hours
219 hours
174 hours
Monthly rainfall
60 mm (2.4 in)
242 mm (9.5 in)
273 mm (11 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
18 days
27 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
poor
poor
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San Salvador weather in May: frequently asked questions

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

San Salvador, El Salvador typically experiences poor weather in May, part of the season. Daytime highs in San Salvador average around 32°C (90°F), and temperatures drop to about 23°C (73°F) at night.

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

San Salvador averages a daytime maximum of 32°C (90°F) in May, with overnight lows close to 23°C (73°F).

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

Yes. May brings heavy rainfall to San Salvador, El Salvador, with San Salvador averaging around 242 mm (9.5 in). Expect frequent showers and pack accordingly.

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

In our opinion, May may not be the ideal time to visit San Salvador, El Salvador due to the typically poor weather in San Salvador.

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

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