Weather in San Salvador
What's the weather like in San Salvador?
San Salvador has warm year-round and heavy rainfall, especially in the wet season. Average daytime highs range from 30°C (86°F) in January to 29°C (85°F) in July, with overnight lows around 19°C (66°F) and 21°C (70°F) respectively.
For comfortable sightseeing temperatures (18–26°C daytime highs), the best months to visit San Salvador are June, and September through October.
Quick facts
- Country
- 🇸🇻 El Salvador
- Region
- Central America
- Time zone
- America/El_Salvador
- Coordinates
- 13.693, -89.218
Monthly climate
Long-run averages for each month of the year.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rain days | Snow days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30°C / 86°F | 19°C / 66°F | 5 mm | 8 | — |
| February | 31°C / 88°F | 19°C / 67°F | 5 mm | 6 | — |
| March | 31°C / 88°F | 20°C / 69°F | 17 mm | 13 | — |
| April | 31°C / 87°F | 21°C / 70°F | 66 mm | 22 | — |
| May | 29°C / 83°F | 21°C / 70°F | 230 mm | 29 | — |
| June | 28°C / 82°F | 21°C / 70°F | 246 mm | 28 | — |
| July | 29°C / 85°F | 21°C / 70°F | 156 mm | 28 | — |
| August | 28°C / 83°F | 21°C / 70°F | 236 mm | 29 | — |
| September | 27°C / 81°F | 21°C / 69°F | 287 mm | 30 | — |
| October | 27°C / 81°F | 20°C / 69°F | 251 mm | 29 | — |
| November | 28°C / 83°F | 20°C / 68°F | 76 mm | 19 | — |
| December | 30°C / 85°F | 19°C / 67°F | 10 mm | 10 | — |
San Salvador by month
Detailed weather for any specific month:
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Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit San Salvador?
The most comfortable months in San Salvador are usually January, February, December, when average highs sit near 18–26°C (64–79°F) with relatively little rain. See the full month-by-month breakdown for the exact figures.
What is the hottest month in San Salvador?
March is typically the hottest month in San Salvador, averaging a high of 31°C (88°F).
What is the coldest month in San Salvador?
January is usually the coldest, with average lows around 19°C (66°F).
Does it snow in San Salvador?
Snow is rare in San Salvador; the climate data shows essentially no snowfall across the year.
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