Best Time to Visit El Salvador
El Salvador is at its sunniest and driest in January–December.
The best time to visit El Salvador for sunny, dry weather is November–April — 6 months of the year match our sunny profiles at a country-wide average. The drier half of the year covers November–May, while the wetter half runs through June–October. Country-wide monthly temperatures range from 24.5°C / 76.1°F in January to 27.5°C / 81.5°F in April, and monthly rainfall from 3 mm / 0.1 in (February) to 325 mm / 12.8 in (September). El Salvador's climate is broadly tropical. These are national area-weighted averages from long-term climate normals — regional variation within El Salvador can be substantial, especially for large or geographically diverse countries. Below, every month is classified against our five weather profiles so you can match your travel window to your preferred weather.
Recommended months
| Month | Temp | Rain | Feels like |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| 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
When is the best time to visit El Salvador?
The best time to visit El Salvador for sunny, dry weather is January, February, March, April, November, December. The warmest month is April (27.5°C / 81.5°F country-wide average) and the driest is February (about 3 mm / 0.1 in). These months combine warmth with low rainfall based on long-term climate normals.
When is the rainy season in El Salvador?
The rainy season in El Salvador runs through June–October, when monthly rainfall exceeds the national annual median of about 152 mm / 6 in. The wettest single month is September, averaging 325 mm / 12.8 in.
What is the dry season in El Salvador?
The drier half of the year in El Salvador covers November–May, when monthly rainfall stays at or below the annual median of about 152 mm / 6 in. The driest single month is February with about 3 mm / 0.1 in.
What months should I avoid visiting El Salvador?
The least comfortable months for travel in El Salvador — based on our climate data — are January, February, June, August, September, October, November, December. These are El Salvador's wettest or coolest months. Rainfall peaks at 325 mm / 12.8 in in September, and temperatures bottom out at 24.5°C / 76.1°F in January.
Is there a shoulder season in El Salvador?
Shoulder-season months in El Salvador — moderate weather, lower rainfall than the wet season — include May, October. These are typically the quietest and cheapest months for travel, and often deliver decent weather without the peak-season crowd.