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When to go · San Salvador

San Salvador in January

Great month. Dry season; warm and clear.

Key facts

Verdict
Great
Temperature
30°C / 17°C
average high / low
Rain days
1
Crowds
Medium
El Salvador overall
Prices
Medium
El Salvador overall

Verdict

GreatVoykit month rating for San Salvador

Dry season; warm and clear.

Weather in January

Long-term averages
  • San SalvadorHighs around 30 °C, lows around 17 °C, rain on about 1 day
  • Highlands, El Salvador · Ruta de las Flores, Santa Ana, Suchitoto, San Salvadorbest weather

    Cooler, especially Apaneca and Ataco at about 1,400 m; afternoon storms May–Oct.

Dry season season

Sunny days, cool nights, clear volcano views.

Watch: Hot and dusty in March and April.

Crowds and prices

Crowds · El Salvador overall
Medium
Prices · El Salvador overall
Medium

El Salvador overall: Dry and clear; smaller surf, good for learners.

What to pack

  • Light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and sunscreen

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