Temperature
Warm by day, mild at night.
83°Ftypical Aug high
Typical range
San Salvador
El Salvador · Central America
San Salvador is most comfortable in the drier months around November to February. Typical daytime highs run about 81-88°F year-round. The climate is hot and humid. Rainy season runs roughly May to October.
Best time to go
12 mo · Typical year
Temperature range
66°F to 88°F
Rain
15 days/mo
Sunshine
10.6 h/day
Humidity feel
Humid year-round
When to visit
Month-by-month fit
Precipitation
One of the wettest months.
90%wet-day frequency
AmountWet-day chance
Sunshine
Cloudier spells limit sunshine.
10.4 hAug sunshine
Heat & humidity by month
Hot afternoons occur, with humid air through much of the month.
91%Aug share of humid air hours
Easy airWarm airHot airHumid air
Hourly comfort pattern
In August, afternoons feel about 88° and nights feel near 74°.
ComfortableWarmHotNight shading
More detailIncludes sky, daypart comfort, and wind
Cloud cover
Mostly cloudy skies.
22%Aug clear sky
ClearCloud cover
Typical August day
August late afternoons are around 81°F, easing to about 76°F in early evening.
Avg temp Typical range
Morning79°F
Feels 83°F
Rain19%
Cloud69%
Humid airVery high
Sun intensityModerate
Midday84°F
Feels 88°F
Rain49%
Cloud70%
Humid airHigh
Sun intensityStrong
Late afternoon81°F
Feels 86°F
Rain58%
Cloud79%
Humid airVery high
Sun intensityModerate
Early evening76°F
Feels 82°F
Rain46%
Cloud82%
Humid airVery high
Sun intensityMinimal
Best windowWind pattern
Calm winds are typical in August.
3 mphAug Calm
Typical wind speed (mph)
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Climate data notePlanning guidance, not a forecast
Typical monthly values are based on long-term climate records. Useful for planning, not a forecast. Check the weather before you travel.
Local microclimates can vary by beach, neighborhood, trail, or elevation.
Last updated: Jun 1, 2026
Data & methodology