May Rainfall and Precipitation in Sonsonate Department

Average rainfall, rainy days and the driest cities in Sonsonate Department, El Salvador in May.

Sonsonate Department, El Salvador, a region in El Salvador, experiences precipitation in May ranging from heavy in Los Cóbanos (204 mm (8 in)) to heavy in Los Naranjos (232 mm (9.1 in)).

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Monthly precipitation 0 mm (0 in) dry → 150 mm (5.9 in) wet

Marker color shows total monthly precipitation in May: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.

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Sonsonate Department precipitation in May: frequently asked questions

How much rainfall does Sonsonate Department, El Salvador receive in May?

In Sonsonate Department, El Salvador, May is a prominent month within the rainy season. It might not be the ideal month to visit. Los Naranjos often receives substantial rainfall, averaging approximately 232 mm (9.1 in). The frequent showers make the weather unpredictable, with conditions shifting rapidly.

How many days does it rain in Sonsonate Department, El Salvador in May?

On average, Los Naranjos has about 20 days days of rain in May.

Is May part of the rainy season in Sonsonate Department, El Salvador?

May is part of Sonsonate Department, El Salvador's rainy season. Showers are more common this time of year.

What is the wettest city in May in Sonsonate Department, El Salvador?

Based on our records, Los Naranjos receives the most rainfall in Sonsonate Department, El Salvador in May, averaging about 232 mm (9.1 in).

What is the driest city in May in Sonsonate Department, El Salvador?

In our records, Los Cóbanos stands out as the driest city in Sonsonate Department, El Salvador for May, averaging just 204 mm (8 in).

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