Beach town in La Libertad, El Salvador
El Tunco weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to El Tunco
Nov–Apr is dry with calmer weather; the best surf is Apr–Oct on bigger southern swells. May–Oct is rainy with afternoon storms and rough surf.
El Tunco weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan32°4 mm
- Feb32°5 mm
- Mar33°8 mm
- Apr33°39 mm
- May32°193 mm
- Jun31°232 mm
- Jul31°197 mm
- Aug31°246 mm
- Sep30°283 mm
- Oct30°226 mm
- Nov30°48 mm
- Dec31°10 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 32°C89°F | 24°C75°F | 4 mm | 65% | Pleasant |
| February | 32°C90°F | 25°C77°F | 5 mm | 63% | Pleasant |
| March | 33°C91°F | 26°C78°F | 8 mm | 61% | Hot |
| April | 33°C91°F | 27°C81°F | 39 mm | 65% | Hot |
| May | 32°C89°F | 27°C81°F | 193 mm | 74% | Rainy |
| June | 31°C87°F | 27°C80°F | 232 mm | 79% | Rainy |
| July | 31°C88°F | 27°C80°F | 197 mm | 76% | Rainy |
| August | 31°C88°F | 27°C80°F | 246 mm | 78% | Rainy |
| September | 30°C86°F | 26°C79°F | 283 mm | 82% | Rainy |
| October | 30°C86°F | 26°C78°F | 226 mm | 81% | Rainy |
| November | 30°C87°F | 25°C76°F | 48 mm | 75% | Pleasant |
| December | 31°C88°F | 24°C75°F | 10 mm | 70% | Pleasant |
Best months across El Salvador
| Place | Best months | Warmest month |
|---|---|---|
| El Tunco | Nov–Apr | Mar (33°C) |
| El Zonte | Nov–Apr | Mar (33°C) |
| San Salvador | Nov–Apr | Mar (29°C) |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit El Tunco?
Nov–Apr. Nov–Apr is dry with calmer weather; the best surf is Apr–Oct on bigger southern swells. May–Oct is rainy with afternoon storms and rough surf.
When is the rainy season in El Tunco?
Rain peaks in September with about 283 mm. Months with 150 mm or more: May–Oct.
What is the hottest month in El Tunco?
March, with average highs of 33°C (91°F).
How cold does El Tunco get?
The coolest nights are in January, averaging 24°C (75°F).
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Sources
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Temperatures are adjusted by 1.7°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.