Climate of El Salvador — Month by Month
Country-wide average for El Salvador. Part of Central America, America.
Located in Central America, America, El Salvador has a tropical climate. Country-wide average temperatures range from 24.5°C / 76.1°F in January to 27.5°C / 81.5°F in April, with annual rainfall totalling around 1558 mm / 61.3 in — driest in February (3 mm / 0.1 in), wettest in September (325 mm / 12.8 in). These are national averages; regional variation can be substantial, especially in geographically diverse countries. For city-level detail see the cities section below, and for state or province breakdowns follow the subdivisions link if available.
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| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 24.5°C76.1°F | 5 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Warm |
| February | 25.5°C77.9°F | 3 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Hot, Sunny & Warm |
| March | 26.5°C79.7°F | 9 mm0.4″ | Sunny & Hot |
| April | 27.5°C81.5°F | 36 mm1.4″ | Sunny & Hot |
| May | 27°C80.6°F | 152 mm6″ | Tropical |
| June | 26.5°C79.7°F | 285 mm11.2″ | Tropical |
| July | 26°C78.8°F | 240 mm9.4″ | Tropical |
| August | 26.5°C79.7°F | 255 mm10″ | Tropical |
| September | 26°C78.8°F | 325 mm12.8″ | Tropical |
| October | 25.5°C77.9°F | 206 mm8.1″ | Tropical |
| November | 25°C77°F | 35 mm1.4″ | Sunny & Hot, Sunny & Warm |
| December | 24.5°C76.1°F | 7 mm0.3″ | Sunny & Warm |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit El Salvador?
The best months to visit El Salvador for sunny, dry weather are January, February, March, April, November, December. The warmest month is April (27.5°C / 81.5°F average), and the driest is February (~3 mm / 0.1 in rainfall).
What is the climate of El Salvador?
El Salvador has country-wide monthly average temperatures ranging from 24.5°C / 76.1°F in January to 27.5°C / 81.5°F in April. Annual rainfall averages about 1558 mm / 61.3 in, with the wettest month being September (325 mm / 12.8 in) and the driest February (3 mm / 0.1 in). Regional variation within El Salvador can be significant — see subdivision or city pages for detail.
What is the hottest month in El Salvador?
The hottest month in El Salvador is April, with a country-wide average temperature of 27.5°C / 81.5°F.
What is the coldest month in El Salvador?
The coldest month in El Salvador is January, with a country-wide average temperature of 24.5°C / 76.1°F.
When does it rain most in El Salvador?
The wettest month in El Salvador is September, averaging about 325 mm / 12.8 in of rain. The driest is February with about 3 mm / 0.1 in.